1. Network Supporting SMEs in the space applications sector & NAVOBS+ project

4. Ambitions of the ESINET incubators Capitalise on space developments to create economic development Support the creation and growth of SMEs downstream satellite systems Foster domino effects between regional users for the development of new satellite-based services

9. NAVOBS+ project : An EC funded Specific Support Action relying on Esinet Stimulates SME for the search of innovative applications Helps SMEs in submitting R&D projects to EC funding Is an interface with major space players and final users Is fostering multi national partnerships for the building up of European critical mass offers A growing network of more than 250 players

10. Quick look at the European GMES initiative G lobal M onitoring for E nvironment and S ecurity Interoperable, ubiquitous, accessible information relying on space and in situ data Operational services to end users The EC is supporting the development of GMES services by the launch of call for proposals in the frame of 7 th Framework Programme