The Future of Space | Networking Evening on Growth Capital & IPOs for New Space Scaleups
📍 Berlin | 9th June 2026 | 2,5h (incl. networking & food)
Join us in Berlin for an exclusive dialogue exploring the next frontier of Europe’s New Space industry. Hosted by SAP, Deutsche Börse and acitoflux innovation capital with the support of DLR, ESA and BDI New Space are connecting together investors, entrepreneurs, and policy leaders that are shaping the global space economy.
✨ Seats are limited. Secure your seat now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of space.
19:00 Doors Open & Registration
19:45 PANEL 1 — " Ways to Scale: M&A and IPO"
with Deepa Gautam-Nigge (SAP), Niels Tomm (Deutsche Börse), Mika Mänz (acitoflux), Jenny Dreier (The Exploration Company)
20:35 PANEL 2 — "Growing into new Markets"
with Hendrik Brandis (Earlybird), Frank Salzgeber (Nadir Space), Sven Przywarra (Live EO), [more special guests to come]
21:00 Evening Networking & Drinks Reception
About acitoflux | innovation capital
acitoflux is an independent and international venture builder & innovation capital partner located in Stuttgart [HQ] and Hamburg, Germany. Founded in 2018, acitoflux enables startups, investors and corporate ventures in future technology domains to grow and to stay ahead in their markets.
Active in several ecosystems including New Space, Future Mobility and Life Science, the multi-disciplinary crew combines technology, creativity and capital to scale innovative products and services in Germany, Europe and Asia.
About SAP SE
SAP is a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, helping organizations run end-to-end operations on a unified cloud ERP platform. With SAP S/4HANA Cloud, SAP Business AI, and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), SAP enables companies to connect data, automate processes, and make real-time, intelligent decisions across the enterprise.
About Deutsche Börse
Deutsche Börse Group has concentrated all its cash market business in Deutsche Börse. It organizes one of the leading cash markets in Europe and offers companies, brokers and investors access to the German, European and international capital markets.
Our product portfolio and services cover the admission of securities to trading – according to recognized rules and in customized market segments. In the form of Deutsche Börse Xetra® and Deutsche Börse Frankfurt we operate two of the world’s most renowned trading platforms where prices are determined on the exchange and, thanks to the Central Counter Party (CCP), with minimum default risk for stock and bond transactions.
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About ESA
We are the European Space Agency. Our mission is the peaceful exploration and use of space for the benefit of everyone. We watch over Earth, develop and launch inspiring space projects, train astronauts and push the boundaries of science and technology, seeking answers to the big questions about the Universe. We are scientists, engineers and business professionals from all over Europe working together in a diverse and multinational environment. We are dedicated to united space in Europe and united Europe in space.
About Deutsche Raumfahrtagentur im DLR
Wir sind der zentrale Ansprechpartner der Bundesregierung, der Wissenschaft und Industrie für Raumfahrtthemen. Wir entwickeln das Deutsche Raumfahrtprogramm und finanzieren die Raumfahrtaktivitäten Deutschlands. Außerdem managen wir die deutschen Raumfahrttätigkeiten auf europäischer und internationaler Ebene. Wir sind die Deutsche Raumfahrtagentur im DLR. Wir sind 100% Raumfahrt.
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About BDI NewSpace Initiative
We are a cross-sector and cross-industry initiative.
We are start-ups, SMEs, space companies, non-space corporations, industrial groups, tech companies and associations.
We are united by a spirit of optimism and the conviction that NewSpace will make our society more digitally advanced, greener and ever innovative.
We are convinced that NewSpace is part of the solution to the global challenges of our time such as climate change.
We want to actively promote the digital transformation of society and economy via space.
We are committed to strengthening the NewSpace ecosystem in Germany and Europe.
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Disclaimer
This offer is extended to you under the condition that your acceptance does not violate any applicable laws or policies within your organization. If you are unsure of whether your acceptance may violate any such laws or policies, we strongly encourage you to seek advice from your ethics or compliance official. For organizations that are unable to accept all or a portion of this complimentary offer and would like to pay for their own expenses, upon request, SAP will provide a reasonable market value and an invoice or other suitable payment process.
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