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Applications for the ESA Phi-Lab UK are now closed. Our next call will open in 2027.

Eligibility Criteria

The application is open to private organisations, research organisations and academia.

Applications must align with the ESA Phi‑Lab UK theme of space‑enabled sustainability technologies and demonstrate the potential to deliver disruptive innovation and high commercial impact. Each application must address one of the following ESA Phi‑Lab UK pillars:

Pillar 1: Environmental Sustainability
Pillar 2: Space Sustainability
Pillar 3: Space Resilience

Application Process

1) Check the requirements

Download the open call documentation and check the FAQ’s and make sure that your project meets the requirements of the call.

2) Expression of interest

Complete the optional expression of interest form and benefit from our feedback.

3) Engage with the ESA Phi-Lab UK partners

Applicants who wish to explore support from ESA Phi‑Lab UK partners should engage with them ahead of the deadline to allow adequate time for discussion of the proposed application and any potential support.

4) Pre-submission draft proposal review

Following completion of the expression of interest, applicants are encouraged to submit a draft proposal for a light‑touch review. This review provides high‑level feedback on areas for improvement and an initial check for obvious non‑compliance with the call requirements.

The pre‑submission review is advisory only and does not constitute an assessment of the proposal, nor does it influence the outcome of the formal evaluation. Applicants remain solely responsible for ensuring the completeness and compliance of their final submission.