ICEYE is a global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite technology, operating the world’s largest SAR satellite constellation and providing persistent Earth observation and monitoring capabilities in any weather, day or night. Its high-revisit radar imaging supports timely detection of change across the globe, enabling applications in defence and intelligence, disaster response, maritime monitoring, infrastructure monitoring, environmental intelligence and insurance. By combining small, agile SAR satellites with rapid tasking and data delivery, ICEYE helps governments, institutions and commercial customers monitor critical areas, improve situational awareness and make faster, evidence-based decisions.

The Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas (FORTH) is by far the most successful experimental research centre in Greece. The Institute of Electronic Structure and Laser (IESL) is the largest (180 personnel) of its six institutes. In a 2014 evaluation of all Greek research institutes, it was ranked at the top, being the only institute to be given the maximum possible score on all criteria evaluated. In the research activities at IESL, particular emphasis is placed on fundamental research and the involvement in high-technology areas. The institute is centred around five subject areas: Lasers and Applications, Materials (polymers, electronic, magnetic, and photonic materials), Microelectronics, Environment, and Theoretical/Computational Physics and Chemistry. Emphasis is placed on both fundamental research and the development of high technology. On the technological side, there is the development of novel industrial and medical applications of lasers and optoelectronic systems. In addition, there is a significant technological expertise in the use of lasers for the preservation of cultural heritage. IESL-FORTH has realised and/or managed more than 500 industrial and/or biomedical projects, including several RTD EC projects. FORTH has successfully concluded several contracts with ESA. The OBST project (OBST-ESA Contract No. 4000112744/14/NL/PA) has been successfully completed in April 2018, where a TRL3 fibre splitting module demonstrator breadboard, as specified by ESA, was successfully manufactured.

INASCO HELLAS has been a pioneer in aerospace innovation, specializing in high-performance CFRP Composites and Metallic structures, for Space and Aeronautical vehicles of all types. As a high-tech SME, the company excels across the full aerospace product lifecycle – from design, manufacturing, and assembly to integration, testing, and space-qualified product assurance. The company plays strategic roles in landmark ESA projects including the PLATO exoplanet hunter, JUICE’s Jupiter exploration, and the EnVi-sion Venus orbiter. It contributes to next-generation EO systems like TRUTHS and Copernicus while driv-ing technological advancements through R&D programs for novel manufacturing methods. Recognized for excellence, INASCO HELLAS earned Airbus’ 2018 award for exceptional work on JUICE’s EM integration and was crowned National Business Champion at the 2015-2016 European Business Awards. As a key partner in the Clean Sky 2 Joint Undertaking, it helps integrate revolutionary technologies in aircraft. The company holds leadership positions in Greece’s space sector through board membership in the Hellenic Association of Space Industry and the si-Cluster.

insighio.io is revolutionizing enterprise IoT adoption through its insigh.io platform – an application-agnostic technology stack transforming fragmented IoT development into streamlined managed services. The solution addresses sector-agnostic challenges through three foundational pillars: a) Intelligent HW Layer: Modular IoT Connectors retrofit existing sensors with intelligent edge capabilities through configu-rable electronics and embedded SW. The devices enable plug-and-play deployment of custom sensing, control logic, and communication without HW redesigns. b) Global Connectivity Fabric: The platform ensures universal device access via hybrid terrestrial/satellite networks, maintaining operations in re-mote areas through low-power direct-to-satellite links. This infrastructure supports real-time data pipe-lines. c) Enterprise Cloud Orchestration: A unified management console lets organizations administer global device fleets, automate data routing to legacy systems, and implement custom analytics workflows through no-code interfaces – eliminating traditional firmware/cloud development cycles. Proven across five verticals – smart waste systems, precision agriculture, infrastructure monitoring, indus-trial equipment optimization, workspace management – the technology now expands to other domains. By abstracting technical complexity, we enable businesses to operationalize IoT strategies within weeks rather than years, shifting focus from implementation challenges to data-driven decision-making.

Integrated Systems Development S.A. (ISD) is an independent organisation developing Integrated Sys-tems of guaranteed quality and performance. The company works with system houses, SW houses, and integrated circuit manufacturers and acts as a broad-based original electronic equipment developer and integrator. ISD is heavily involved in systems design, digital signal processing for embedded/stand-alone applications, as well as PCB design and system integration. ISD is a turnkey solution provider han-dling all aspects of product definition, design, development, documentation, production, and support. The company has its headquarters in Maroussi, with branches in Glyka Nera and Heraklion (Greece). Interna-tionally, ISD has a presence in Grenoble (France), Torino (Italy), and Cork (Ireland). ISD is active in defence and space applications. ISD has been involved with space activities since 2007.

INTRACOM DEFENSE S.A. (IDE) is one of Greece’s major system providers in the defence, aerospace, and security sectors. IDE designs, develops, and manufactures state-of-the-art communications and electronic systems, encryption devices, command, control, and communication systems (C3), unmanned systems, hybrid energy systems, missile electronics, testing equipment, and advanced software applica-tions. IDE participates in joint multinational development and production programmes in cooperation with major international defense system manufacturers and research organisations. IDE operates sophisticated R&D Laboratories within its facilities. The company’s products are designed to meet very high standards in terms of quality, environmental protection, EMI/EMC, QoS, interference security (TRANSEC and COMSEC), and cybersecurity. IDE extends its application area to the space sector and already invests in people, equipment, and facilities in this direction.

The Industrial Systems Institute (ISI) is a leading R&D institute of excellence conducting basic research and exploratory development on ICT. ISI was established in Patras, Greece, as a non-profit research organisation, operating today under the auspices of the General Secretariat for Research & Innovation. Since 2003, ISI has been part of the Athena Research Centre (ARC) as one of its four core research institutes. Its main research areas are: Intelligent Systems & Robotics, Networked Embedded Systems and Real-Time Systems, Production Systems, Processes, and Enterprise Interoperability, Enterprise Information Systems, Security and Protection of Systems, Networks, and Infrastructures, Advanced Materials & Structures.

KENOTOM focuses on providing embedded engineering services. KENOTOM is active in sectors such as automotive, industrial automation, biomedical, aviation, and space. Its main clients come from the auto-motive sector. For a decade now, the company has been working with some of the biggest Tier-1 automo-tive suppliers and, more recently, with one OEM. Its approach to innovation and quality is centred on con-tinuous improvement and adherence to industry standards. KENOTOM is committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that meet the highest benchmarks.

The Laboratory of Atmospheric Physics—University of Patras (LAPUP) undertakes educational and research activities related to Physics of the Atmosphere, Meteorology, Climatology, and Environmental Physics. It offers a postgraduate program in applied meteorology and environmental physics with the main purpose of providing its graduates the knowledge and practical tools for their future professional occupation. LAPUP is active on the following basic research axes: Solar energy resource and forecasting, Aerosol and cloud optical properties, Weather and atmospheric pollution monitoring and modelling, Weather extremes/climate effects and early warning for epidemics, Air pollution models, particulate matter measurements. LAPUP is a member of the Copernicus Academy network. LAPUP is a member of SPACE4GEO, the Large-scale Skills Partnership for the downstream segment of the space economy dedicated to data, services, and applications promoted under the EC initiative Pact for Skills, aiming to promote the upskilling and reskilling of the workforce while also attracting new talent to the downstream space and geoinformation sector .LAPUP is an associate member of NEREUS, aiming to promote the use of space and its applications for European regions and their citizens. LAPUP activities include the use of satellite remote sensing in the implementation of international and national research programs and the provision of services for the estimation and forecasting of weather, solar resources, and air pollution in high spatial and temporal scales.

LÈΩ Space Photonics R&D (LEO-SPRD) is a fabless designer and developer of high-performance optical interconnect solutions, predominantly for space as well as diverse harsh environment applications. The company’s optical interconnect transceiver chipsets are designed according to radiation-hardened IC de-sign processes and fabricated within high-end European semiconductor foundries. The products are speci-fied to meet stringent system SWaP (size, weight & power) requirements of modern photonics-enabled very high throughput satellite communication payloads.

Lexion is a mechanical and aerospace engineering R&D company, driven by a philosophy of free thinking, creativity, and a deep commitment to redefining what is possible. The company approaches every chal-lenge through the lens of fundamental physics and core engineering logic to create radically innovative designs. While Lexion engages in a broad spectrum of cutting-edge technologies, their primary focus is on developing next-generation hypersonic propulsion systems.

The Libre Space Foundation (LSF) is a non-profit organization based in Greece, founded in 2014 by the creators of the SatNOGS project. It aims to democratize access to space through the development of open-source hardware and software for satellite missions, ground station networks, and other space technologies. One of LSF’s most significant achievements is its contribution to UPSat, the first-ever satellite built entirely with open-source hardware and software. Developed in collaboration with the University of Patras, UP-Sat was launched in 2017 as part of the international QB50 mission. The satellite was designed from scratch with minimal reliance on commercial off-the-shelf components, adhering to open-source principles un-der CERN-OHLv2 and GNU-GPLv3 licenses. LSF has also made strides in other areas of space technology innovation. It developed SatNOGS, the largest open-source satellite ground station network globally, consisting of over 400 stations across more than 50 countries. This network enables affordable satellite tracking and communication for individuals and organizations worldwide. The foundation’s efforts extend beyond technology to education and community building. By collaborating with universities, research institutions, and international organizations such as the European Space Agency (ESA), LSF promotes knowledge sharing and innovation. Educational initiatives like Cronos—a hybrid-fueled sounding rocket project—illustrate its dedication to inspiring future generations of engineers and scientists while fostering inclusivity in space exploration. Through its pioneering projects like UPSat and SatNOGS, LSF has demonstrated how open-source principles can revolutionize access to space. Its work not only advances technological capabilities but also fosters international collaboration and democratization of space exploration. By prioritizing openness and accessibility, LSF continues to pave the way for a more inclusive future in space science and engineering.

Loctio is disrupting the positioning capabilities of IoT devices by combining two technology approach-es. It fuses multiple positioning signals like GNSS, LEO PNT & 5G and migrates the computationally inten-sive calculations to the Cloud or Edge. In this manner, accurate, ubiquitous, secure, and ultra-low power positioning allows the deployment of numerous IoT devices. Now this is not impossible due to power and processing resources limitations. This will be offered as a Location as a Service (LaaS) framework. Loctio’s business pertains to the financially prosperous low-power asset tracking market that yielded €4.5B in rev-enues during 2019 and is projected to reach €30B by 2029. Moreover, the outlook foresees more than 550M low-power asset trackers operating in the field in the same year. Loctio is willing to make available its LaaS framework through subscriptions to logistics, mobility/transportation, surveillance, utilities, and insurance companies deploying millions of IoT devices that need accurate, secure, and ubiquitous outdoor and indoor positioning without sacrificing battery longevity. Hence, recurring revenues from the LaaS comprise the prime revenue stream that is anticipated to bring in tens of millions of revenues after 2024.

The Laboratory of Robotics & Automation of the Democritus University of Thrace (DUTH) focuses on advanced robotics and intelligent systems for industrial and environmental applications. Key areas include: Autonomous robot exploration; Place recognition; SLAM and Semantic mapping; Anomaly and Novelty detection; Human-Robot interaction; Machine learning; Robotic manipulation; UAVs; Embedded systems; Industrial automation.

The Laboratory of Technology and Strength of Material (LTSM) is part of the Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering Department of the University of Patras. LTSM educates undergraduate and postgraduate students in the fields of materials science and technology and analysis and strength of structural components and structures. The laboratory conducts fundamental and technological state-of-the art research. Finally, the laboratory provides specialized services related to the characterization of materials technological properties and mechanical behaviour, as well as their technical certification. Furthermore, Laboratory provides services in resolving technical issues concerning phase analysis, strength evaluation and design of structural components and structures, as well as the analysis of structural failures. LTSM has participated in over 100 EU-funded research projects.

Manteo AI is a pioneering chat-based Earth Observation (EO) platform that integrates artificial intelli-gence with satellite data to deliver real-time geospatial insights. By leveraging a Large Language Model (LLM) specialised in EO data, Manteo AI enables users to interact with maps and chat interfaces to access, process, and analyse EO data effortlessly. Our mission is to democratise access to EO insights for indus-tries such as environmental monitoring, urban planning, agriculture, and disaster response.

Map Ltd. is a geoinformation services company. Its main objective is the production and provision of big geospatial data and smart surveying solutions. The core competence of the company is the know-how, the flexibility, and the innovation that support the quality and on-time delivery of every undertaken pro-ject. The activities of Map are continually expanding. Map has completed many infrastructure projects of significant demand in high technology, expertise, and experience. Map has established a network of per-manent collaborators who provide complementary, supportive services.

The Microprocessors and Digital Systems Laboratory (MicroLab) specialises in the design and implementation of digital and microprocessor systems (ASIC, FPGA, and system level). It is an official laboratory of the School of Electrical & Computer Engineering of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA). MicroLab has extensive background and experience in the fields of hardware/software codesign, DSP systems implementation, high-level synthesis, reconfigurable computing, and computer arithmetic. The laboratory is active in the domains of Embedded Systems Design, Microelectronics—Reliability, Rusted computing—Secure computing, Space, Multimedia, and Biomedical applications.

The Mineralogy-Geology laboratory is one of the best equipped laboratories in Greece for studying natural resources and the physical, chemical, structural, and mechanical properties of earth materials. It has all the necessary equipment, including scientific tools, a PC, and software. Over the last decades, the laboratory participated in more than 30 research projects under private, national, or EU funds. These projects include consulting for major infrastructure works, environmental and hydrogeological studies, water and soil quality inspections, rock mechanics, geotechnical properties, assessment of natural hazards, and remote sensing applications in flood and landslide risks, monitoring erosion, and inspecting drainage and irrigation systems. The lab personnel have more than 60 publications in journals. The main activities of the Mineralogy–Geology Laboratory are: a) Geohazards, Earthquake Geology, Seismic Hazards, Earthquake Environmental Effects, Soil Erosion, Post-Fire Effects, Floods, LiDAR; b) Mineralogy-Petrology-Geochemistry, Martian and Chondrite Meteorites, Asteroid formation processes, Shock dehydration on accreting planets and asteroids, Martian analogue rock sites; c) The remote sensing sector specialises in Earth observation and geospatial applications in the broader fields of environmental monitoring and management of natural resources and natural disasters, geology, agriculture, and forestry; d) Major and trace elements analysis on water and soil samples, physical (e.g., pH, Eh, TDS, electrical conductivity) and biogeochemical (COD, BOD, TOC) parameters in water and soil analyses.

MILTECH HELLAS is one of the leading Greek companies in the defence sector, specialising in the design and manufacturing of high-quality yet cost-effective electronic products for defence applications. Its fa-cilities are located near the Athens International Airport and occupy a space of 10,000m² with modern infrastructure and state-of-the-art equipment. The company is a member of the Registry of the Defence Materiel Manufacturers of the Greek MoD and holds security clearances for its personnel and installations. It is an accredited supplier of the NSPA (NATO procurement organisation).