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CASSINI Matchmaking connects start-ups, scale-ups and SMEs with corporates and investors, to solve their business challenges and address global needs

Our Matchmaking Events

CASSINI Matchmaking offers a host of in-person and online events - Join our community platform to be eligible to attend.
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European Rover Challenge 2024
6 Sep 2024
Krakow, Poland

European Rover Challenge 2024

The European Rover Challenge brings together leading experts, astronauts and visionaries from all corners of the space industry, to deliver insightful content on themes including Mars, Moon and Earth. With a particular focus on space exploration, sustainability and commercialisation, it is formidable host for one of this year’s CASSINI Matchmaking events.
Upcoming Events
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ERC

European Rover Challenge

06 - 08 September 2024
Krakow, Poland
For the 2024 ERC, leading experts, astronauts, and visionaries will converge to explore the cosmos and its impact on our past, present, and future. Whether you’re passionate about space exploration, sustainability, or the applications of space technologies on Earth, this conference & livestream offer a unique opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of space exploration.
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HTVD

HIGHTECH VENTURE DAYS

08 - 09 October 2024
Dresden, Germany
As one of the leading High Tech venture gatherings in Europe, Dresden will once again host CASSINI Matchmaking. Focusing on matching start-ups, venture capital investors and corporates, HTVD provides an invaluable opportunity to network with more than 170 industry professionals with around 40 of Europe's leading entrepreneurs attending.
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Milan

European Space Investors Days (@ IAC)

15 October 2024
Fondazione Cariplo, Milan, Italy
The IAC is the one place and time of the year where all global space actors come together. CASSINI is co-hosting an exclusive Investor's Day celebration alongside key stakeholders including ESA, SpaceFounders and CNES. This event includes 1 to one matchmaking as well as the Space Finance Lab that highlights core synergies between the finance and space sectors.

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Space Tech Expo

Space Tech Expo

19 - 21 November 2024
Bremen, Germany
Space Tech Bremen stands as the premier B2B gathering for the European space sector. Throughout the event, visitors can anticipate encountering a diverse array of space technologies used in manufacturing processes. The event is recognised as the leading showcase for space manufacturing and testing services, and is regarded as a flagship event in the space industry calendar.
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Slush

Slush

20 - 21 November 2024
Helsinki, Finland
Slush is a global leader in the founder-focused innovation space and for 2024 CASSINI will host its own Matchmaking activities. A dedicated two hour side event includes a cross-vertical panel discussion, an exclusive 'Space Dating' show and 1:1 matchmaking, all whilst surrounded by more than 13k entrepreneurs from all corners of the globe.
Previous Events
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Hello Tomorrow Global Summit

21 Mar 2024
Paris, France
The Hello Tomorrow Global Summit will host the inaugural CASSINI Matchmaking event of 2024. This event as one of Europe’s premier deep-tech destinations, will host an exclusive CASSINI side-event with a start-up pitching competition, 1 to 1 meetings and networking.
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Vytah Space Business Conference

11 Apr 2024
Bratislava, Slovakia
The Vytah Space Business Conference in Bratislava will host the second CASSINI Matchmaking of 2024. Providing a deep-dive into three key focus areas: Software, Hardware and Exploration, this conference highlights the rising stars within the Central and Eastern European region with 1 to 1 Matchmaking to meet them.
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Impact’24

15 May 2024
Poznan, Poland
The Impact’24 Conference in Poznan, featuring Michelle Obama as a keynote speaker, will host the third CASSINI Matchmaking of 2024. This event will unite pioneering leaders across diverse verticals and industries under one roof, with a dedicated 1 to 1 meeting space, in the heart of the CEE region.
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EBAN Congress

EBAN Congress

20 May 2024
Tallin, Estonia
EBAN Congress is one of the most influential angel investing conferences in Europe. It contains a pool of new ideas and trends and brings together the most eminent business angels, entrepreneurs and thought leaders.
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CED

CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days

03 - 04 June 2024
Prague, Czech Republic
The CASSINI Entrepreneurship Days brings together the most promising space start-ups and leading investors in Europe. EUSPA's flagship event hosted this year by La Fabrika in Prague, promises to deliver 2 days of networking and thoughtful discussions about pioneering developments in the sector.

Stellar matches for your business

Whether you are a company, corporate, or investor, CASSINI Matchmaking provides tailored connections to meet your specific needs.
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CASSINI Matchmaking for Companies
For Companies
Are you a growing start-up, scale-up or SME in the European space sector? Gain access to the right people and accelerate your business growth.
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CASSINI Matchmaking for Corporates
For Corporates
Is your organisation seeking fresh insights and innovative perspectives? Collaborate with Europe’s leading space companies and capitalise on your next partnership opportunity.
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CASSINI Matchmaking for Investors
For Investors
Whether you’re new to the sector, a seasoned investor or simply curious about investing in space companies, CASSINI Matchmaking can provide you with tailored deal flow.

How it works?

Our straightforward registration and onboarding process enables seamless integration of your organisation into our online community, offering valuable networking opportunities and the chance to participate in our flagship matchmaking events.
For Companies
Register on our Matchmaking platform
Complete your profile setup and onboarding
Receive training and coaching
Get introduced to corporates and investors
Congratulations, you have a tailor-made match!
For Corporates
Register on our Matchmaking platform
Complete your profile setup and onboarding
Show interest in or be selected to attend a flagship event
Meet with start-ups handpicked to align with your strategic interests
Engage with the online community to stay connected to the CASSINI network
For Investors
Register on our Matchmaking platform
Complete your profile setup and onboarding
Meet your selected companies at our flagship events
Engage with the wider community and attend quarterly investor webinars
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About CASSINI Matchmaking

About CASSINI Matchmaking

The CASSINI Matchmaking offers step-by-step support to start-up, scaleup companies and SMEs in the preparation for matchmaking with investors and corporates, to improve their ability to attract venture capital funding and form industrial partnerships. With this initiative, companies will raise their rate of growth, corporates and institutional partners will find solutions to their needs and investors will obtain a deal-flow of investment-ready companies.