Omega Horizons is developing advanced satellite technology for very low Earth orbit (VLEO), enabling high-resolution imaging, fast revisit rates, and low-latency communication at lower cost. Their phased strategy moves from tech demonstration to platform sales and ultimately to operating own data services—prioritizing sustainability throughout.
Connecting Innovation.
Enabling Internationalisation.
The Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg connects space technologies with real-world challenges. By bringing together innovative organisations with international partners and global market opportunities, we accelerate the transfer of space-based solutions into sustainable applications. Our network strengthens international collaboration and creates new opportunities in Water Management, New Space and Intelligent Systems.
Water Management
Space technologies provide valuable data and insights to address global water challenges. Together with our network, we support innovative solutions for sustainable water management, environmental protection and climate resilience through applications such as:
- Water resources and quality monitoring
- Drinking water management
- Groundwater and hydrogeology
- Flood and drought resilience
- Smart water infrastructure
- Precision agriculture and smart irrigation
- Mining and water resources
- Environmental monitoring
New Space
Our New Space network brings together organisations developing the technologies, components and services that shape the next generation of commercial space activities. Key areas include:
- Commercial space applications
- Space infrastructure
- Satellite technologies
- Space cargo return systems
- Propulsion systems
- Advanced materials and coating technologies
- Additive manufacturing (3D printing)
Intelligent systems
Intelligent systems combine digital technologies, simulation and artificial intelligence to create smarter, more efficient and sustainable solutions across industries. Our network contributes expertise in:
- Artificial intelligence
- Edge computing
- Sensor integration
- Data analytics and decision support
- Digital twins and simulation
- Robotics and automation
- Systems engineering
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Members
The members of the Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg are organisations located in Baden-Württemberg active in the fields of Water Management, New Space and Intelligent Systems through the development or application of space technologies.
HyImpulse Technologies GmbH
HyImpulse develops cost efficient and responsive access to space. The company builds and operates hybrid rocket launch systems for suborbital and orbital missions. Using its proprietary paraffin-based hybrid propulsion technology, HyImpulse aims to provide safe, flexible, and affordable launch and in orbit services, enabling easier access to space for commercial and institutional customers.
ATMOS Space Cargo GmbH
ATMOS is a European space company headquartered in Baden-Württemberg. The company develops and operates space logistics and return capabilities as critical infrastructure. It enables controlled, repeatable access to orbit and the safe return of payloads to Earth, transforming spaceflight from isolated missions into dependable operations.
Preflet GmbH
Preflet is a climate tech start-up developing AI-based solutions for intelligent energy management in buildings. With its AI agent "Leo", the platform analyses energy and operating data from IoT sensors and satellite sources, identifies energy losses, and delivers actionable insights to reduce costs and CO₂ emissions.
ISP Technologies GmbH
ISP Tech specializes in the development of environmentally friendly, high-performance propulsion systems such as the hydrogen peroxide-based HIP_11 engine. As a DLR spin-off, it works internationally - for example with ESA and Australian partners - on solutions for satellite and lunar missions.
Horizon Microtechnologies GmbH
Horizon Microtechnologies develops micro and precision components such as antennas and high-frequency parts using 3D-printed photopolymers combined with a proprietary metal coating technology. This approach combines the electrical conductivity of metal with the precision, surface quality, and lightweight properties of polymers.
betterSoil Global Consulting GmbH
betterSoil is an innovative company that makes a sustainable contribution to improving soil quality by combining scientific findings and traditional knowledge, with a clear focus on climate protection, biodiversity and sustainable agriculture.
HydroGeoTwin UG
HydroGeoTwin is a deep-tech startup developing AI- and satellite-powered digital twins for predictive water and environmental management. Co-founded by TIMGEO, HydroGeoTwin connects Earth Observation, numerical modeling, and IoT technologies to enable real-time, data-driven decision-making for sustainable resource governance.
Etanox Engineering GmbH
Etanox develops innovative and sustainable propulsion systems for satellites. With its specially developed, environmentally friendly fuel solution, Etanox offers a combination of high performance, safety, and easy handling. Together with international partners, the young company works on groundbreaking missions in space.
Black Engine Aerospace GmbH
Black Engine Aerospace develops and manufactures innovative high-performance components for space propulsion systems. The company specialises in high-temperature ceramic structures and engine components based on CMC (ceramic matrix composites), which are used in particular for launch vehicles and orbital propulsion systems.
IMENSUS GmbH
IMENSUS is transforming subsurface seismic exploration for mining, hydrocarbons, construction, and disaster prevention with autonomous, AI-powered rovers - delivering scalable, 24/7 services up to 40% more cost-effective than traditional providers, while achieving attractive profit margins of around 30% per project.
limknow GmbH & Co. KG
limknow is an engineering and consulting company specialized in environmental and water services which operates throughout Europe. Using modern hydrographic and limnological methods, limknow offers services in areas such as bathymetry, water body remediation, hydrography, sediment management, floating PV systems, and environmental monitoring.
StyX Neutronica GmbH
StyX Neutronica specializes in the development, manufacture and maintenance of scientific measuring devices in the field of environmental sensor technology. The company uses innovative technologies for the precise measurement of soil moisture over large areas.
Yugen Space UG
Yugen Space specializes in the development of AI-driven satellite solutions. With their platform, they enable simplified analysis of satellite images, which is particularly important for agriculture and environmental monitoring.
Partners
The Green Space Center Baden-Württembergs's partners complement our network with additional expertise, technologies and international perspectives. They support collaboration across the fields of Water Management, New Space and Intelligent Systems and create valuable synergies through joint projects, knowledge exchange and business development.
Enterprise Europe Network
EEN is the world’s largest support network for SMEs. On behalf of the European Commission, partners from 50 countries support companies with international ambitions and sustainable innovation. The space ecosystem is served by the Aerospace & Defence expert group. EEN offers international networking, partnership building, matchmaking, access to EU projects and tailored advice.
thriveGEO GmbH
thriveGeo is a German-based company empowering organisations to build future-ready geospatial capabilities. Specialising in Earth Observation, cloud-native geospatial technologies, and tailored training programmes, the company enables teams to effectively use satellite and geospatial data in their daily workflows and decision-making.
Big Terra Alpha s.r.o.
Founded in the Czech Republic, Big Terra develops digital solutions that combine Earth observation, weather and climate data with predictive crop modelling. The company's platform supports data driven agricultural decision making by providing insights into crop development, climate conditions, and agricultural risks.
Nature One GmbH
Nature One develops a digital platform which translates ecosystem change into measurable financial risks and value. By combining Earth observation, ecosystem modelling, and financial analysis, Nature One enables businesses and financial institutions to identify nature related risks at an early stage and assess their impact on assets, cash flows, and risk exposure.
German Water Partnership e.V.
German Water Partnership is the only network representing the internationally oriented German water sector, bringing together around 300 organisations. Its members range from university institutes and construction companies to consultants and globally active component manufacturers, reflecting the full value chain of the water industry
Umwelttechnik BW GmbH
Umwelttechnik BW is the state agency for environmental technology, resource efficiency, and industrial climate protection in Baden-Württemberg. It supports companies and research institutions in developing and implementing sustainable technologies, drives transformation processes toward a climate-neutral economy, and promotes the transfer of innovation into industrial practice.
tukom GmbH
tukom is an authorised sales partner of Ansys (Synopsys), specialising in the Systems Tool Kit (STK). The company provides expert consulting, services, and sales support for this platform for Digital Mission Engineering and systems analysis. STK enables the modelling of complex systems in dynamic 3D simulations, integrating terrain, imagery, RF environments and multi-domain assets across land, sea, air and space.
UP42 GmbH
UP42 is a company which provides a platform for geospatial data and Earth Observation. It enables easy access to satellite data and analytics tools and connects international data providers through a centralized platform. UP42 supports data-driven applications in areas such as environmental and climate monitoring, agriculture, as well as infrastructure and urban planning.
CADFEM Germany GmbH
CADFEM is a long-standing and successful sales, service and technology partner of Ansys (part of Synopsys) since 1985 and is one of the pioneers of numerical simulation in product development. As one of the largest providers of digital engineering solutions, the company now supports over 5,000 organisations across industry, research and academia in the professional use of Ansys products.
HNU | Africa Institute
Africa Institute Neu-Ulm is a research and transfer institute dedicated to strengthening academic, economic, and innovation-driven collaboration between Germany and African partner regions. Its activities focus on applied research, entrepreneurship support, capacity building, and the facilitation of cross-continental projects in areas such as sustainable development, digital transformation, public health, and economic resilience.
TRUEBNER GmbH
TRUEBNER is a company specialising in the development, manufacture and distribution of electronic sensors and measurement systems. Its focus is on high-precision soil moisture sensors for agriculture, environmental technology and hydrological research.
FastCast Ceramics GmbH
FastCast Ceramics specializes in adjusting the rheological properties of fluids and manufacturing open-pored, highly porous components made of ceramic and metal. Their water-based materials dry crack-free in thick layers thanks to a microparticle network and produce >50% open porosity with pore sizes between 0.5-50 µm.
TIMGEO GmbH
TIMGEO is a spin-off from the University of Tübingen offering advanced consulting and modeling services in groundwater management, remediation, dewatering, and numerical simulations. As co-founder and strategic partner of HydroGeoTwin, TIMGEO bridges scientific research and applied innovation, leveraging decades of hydrogeological and hydrogeochemical expertise to support high-impact environmental and industrial projects.
Schmidlin Labor + Service GmbH & Co. KG
Schmidlin develops gas generators e.g. for high-purity hydrogen. The patented electrolysis technology enables efficient, low-emission production directly on site. Originally used in space applications for energy and oxygen supply, Schmidlin makes this technology available for laboratory and industrial applications.
DEHOUST GmbH
DEHOUST is a medium-sized company focusing on tank systems and sustainable water solutions. Based in Baden-Württemberg and operating internationally, DEHOUST offers buffer tanks for heating and cooling and builds digitally controllable and environmentally oriented systems such as greywater systems, pressure vessels and customised solutions.
TerraEye/ Remote Sensing Business Solutions Sp. Z O. O.
TerraEye is an innovative Earth observation company from Poland which combines advanced satellite technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and remote sensing to provide accurate analyses for mineral exploration and environmental monitoring.
GeoCodis Ltd.
GeoCodis, a company from Slovenia, specializes in the development and implementation of geographic information systems (GIS) and offers customized solutions for the analysis and processing of spatial data.
FMD Geologia Aplicada Ltda.
FMD Geologia Aplicada is a Brazilian consulting company specialized in geology, hydrogeology, and environmental management. Acting as the operational and regional partner of TIMGEO and HydroGeoTwin, FMD integrates field data, remote sensing, and modeling to deliver sustainable, data-driven solutions for the industry, mining, energy, and agriculture sectors across South and Central America.
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GSC Newsletter November 2025
A new edition of the GSC Newsletter is now available.
Stay informed about the latest developments from the GSC network, including:
- Upcoming events and fairs
- News from our members and partners
- Recent activities
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GSC BW at Space Tech Expo Europe 2025
The Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg participated in this year’s Space Tech Expo Europe, held in Bremen from 18- 20 November 2025. As Europe’s largest trade fair for the space industry, the Expo welcomed more than 10,000 professional visitors and over 950 exhibitors.
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GSC BW at Space Tech Expo Europe 2025
The Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg participated in this year’s Space Tech Expo Europe, held in Bremen from 18- 20 November 2025. As Europe’s largest trade fair for the space industry, the Expo welcomed more than 10,000 professional visitors and over 950 exhibitors. The event once again brought together the entire spectrum of the space-technology supply chain and placed particular emphasis on New Space developments, from sustainable space operations and small-satellite innovations to cost-efficient launch technologies, advanced manufacturing methods and cybersecurity. With over 200 experts speaking across its accompanying conference programme, the Expo offered a comprehensive overview of the technological and strategic trends shaping the future of the space sector.
Within this strong international line-up, we were delighted to be a sponsor of the Expo and also to contribute directly to the programme by providing two 20-minute speaking slots at the Technology Forum to five of our member companies. Their presentations allowed innovations and technologies from Baden-Württemberg to be showcased and to highlight the region’s active role within Europe’s growing New Space ecosystem.
Besides the speaking slots, an interview with our member company betterSoil was conducted by Senkrechtstarter, it is available here.
Reflecting on this year’s Space Tech Expo Europe, we look back on productive discussions, new partnerships and many valuable impulses. The event underlined how essential collaboration, innovation and sustainability are for the future of space activities.
With fresh momentum and strengthened networks, we look forward to continuing our mission: advancing green space technologies from Baden-Württemberg and helping shape a responsible and forward-looking space sector.
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GSC Newsletter October 2025
The first edition of the GSC Newsletter is now available.
Stay informed about the latest developments from the GSC network, including:
- Upcoming events and fairs
- News from our members and partners
- Recent activities
Click here to read the newsletter.
Empowering Innovation for a Sustainable Future: SCEFAB Founders Lab 2025 in Senegal
From October 6th to 12th, 2025, the SCEFAB Founders Lab 2025 took place in Saint Louis, Senegal.
Bringing together students and experts from Hochschule Neu-Ulm (Germany), Université Gaston Berger (Senegal), and Bahir Dar University (Ethiopia), the week-long workshop focused on developing innovative business ideas which promote circular economy principles in the agribusiness sector.
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Empowering Innovation for a Sustainable Future: SCEFAB Founders Lab 2025 in Senegal
From October 6th to 12th, 2025, the SCEFAB Founders Lab 2025 took place in Saint Louis, Senegal.
Bringing together students and experts from Hochschule Neu-Ulm (Germany), Université Gaston Berger (Senegal), and Bahir Dar University (Ethiopia), the week-long workshop focused on developing innovative business ideas which promote circular economy principles in the agribusiness sector.
Among professors and researchers from the three universities, betterSoil, one of our member companies, participated on-site to provided hands-on mentoring and shared practical insights from the field. The Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg (GSC) contributed with a virtual expert lecture, showcasing how satellite data and earth observation (EO) technologies can empower sustainable agricultural solutions. The session demonstrated the growing relevance of geospatial tools in tackling environmental and economic challenges across the African continent and beyond. Throughout the workshop, students developed a range of promising business concepts. Four of these were selected for further development during the current semester, bringing theory closer to practice, and vision closer to impact.
The SCEFAB Founders Lab 2025 is a powerful example of how cross-border collaboration and knowledge-sharing can equip the next generation to build a more resilient and sustainable future.
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Review of the fair Living Planet Symposium 2025
The Living Planet Symposium of the European Space Agency (ESA) is one of the largest international conferences on Earth observation. This year, under the topic “From Observation to Climate Action and Sustainability for Earth”, over 7,000 participants from 120 countries took part in the event. The focus was on the use of satellite-based data to tackle global environmental and climate challenges.
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Review of the fair Living Planet Symposium 2025
From 22 to 27 June 2025, we had the privilege to participate in the European Space Agency - ESA Living Planet Symposium 2025 in Vienna — one of the most prominent events showcasing advancements in Earth Observation.
The Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg was represented by Marcin Bielecki with support by Dr. Elisabeth Musch from IHK Reutlingen, who presented our work in Water Management, New Space, and Intelligent Systems.
Our booth primarily served as a platform for startups to shine. We were proud to host:
- Yugen Space
- StyX Neutronica GmbH
- betterSoil for a better world
- HydroGeoTwin
They showcased innovative products and solutions — and took full advantage of networking with fellow Earth Observation experts, industry leaders, and researchers.
A huge thank you to our partners for their support:
- FMD Geologia Aplicada
- GeoCodis Ltd.
- TerraEye
We’re grateful for the collaboration and the conversations, and we’re looking forward to building on this momentum for future projects.
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Review of the South Africa Delegation Trip: Exploring Business Opportunities in Water and Space Technologies
The business potential for Baden-Württemberg companies in South Africa is vast and diverse and particularly promising in the area of water management. To explore this opportunity on-site, Baden-Württemberg International (BW_i) organized a delegation trip to Johannesburg and Durban from May 4 to 9, 2025. The Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg took part in this delegation and represented pioneering technologies of Baden-Württemberg companies.
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Review of the South Africa Delegation Trip: Exploring Business Opportunities in Water and Space Technologies
The business potential for Baden-Württemberg companies in South Africa is vast and diverse. One topic of particular relevance and urgency is the country’s water supply—a critical issue for South Africa as an industrial hub.
To explore this opportunity on-site, Baden-Württemberg International (BW_i) organized a delegation trip to Johannesburg and Durban from May 4 to 9, 2025. Nine innovative companies from Baden-Württemberg participated in the visit, aiming to identify market opportunities in South Africa’s water sector, establish strategic contacts, and initiate local business collaborations. Key elements of the delegation trip included site visits to leading companies in Johannesburg and KwaZulu-Natal, as well as participation in a dedicated expert conference.
The company visits showcased a broad spectrum of potential cooperation—from state-owned enterprises such as the Trans-Caledon Tunnel Authority (TCTA) and Umgeni-Uthukela Water, to public-private partnerships like Siza Water, and international firms such as Interwaste and Alpla Packaging. This diversity highlighted the wide range of business and technology exchange possibilities between Baden-Württemberg and South Africa.
At the conference, Dr. Tobias Adamczyk from the Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg (GSC) presented pioneering technologies from leading Baden-Württemberg companies at the intersection of space and water management.
Key technologies highlighted included:
- Land surface temperature and humidity data provided by satellite constellations (e.g., constellr)—an essential tool for water management and agricultural planning.
- Hyperspectral imaging (e.g., yugen space) to analyze soil nutrient levels and support precision agriculture and crop rotation.
- Multispectral image fusion from various satellite sources (e.g., HelioPas AI), supporting field management with a focus on water content.
- Soil moisture measurements using reflected neutron data from space (e.g., StyxNeutronica), providing insights up to 50 cm depth—relevant for crop root zones.
- Groundwater monitoring using twin satellite systems (e.g., HydroGeoTwin), capable of detecting fluctuations with 1 cm precision.
- Sediment monitoring in water bodies, important for infrastructure such as hydropower plants (e.g., limknow GmbH & Co. KG).
- Intelligent irrigation systems (e.g., HideandGrow), alongside technologies promoting holistic soil management and regenerative agriculture (betterSoil for a better world).
- Vertical farming, urban greening, and CO₂ reduction solutions (e.g., Visioverdis, TREEO 🌱 Cooling the Planet), all leveraging space-based data.
Beyond water-focused applications, the GSC also showcased disruptive transportation and space technologies developed in Baden-Württemberg, including:
- Reusable orbital transport systems (ATMOS Space Cargo),
- Eco-friendly launch systems (HyImpulse),
- Green satellite propulsion technologies (ISPTechnologies),
- And sustainable green fuel production from synthetic methanol, extracted from wastewater (ICODOS).
The delegation trip underlined how innovative Baden-Württemberg technologies—from space data analytics to sustainable water and agricultural solutions—can make a meaningful contribution to South Africa’s infrastructure and climate resilience goals. Moreover, it fostered international cooperation and laid the foundation for long-term partnerships between both regions.
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About us
Why Space? |
Space technologies have become part of everyday life. From navigation and telecommunications to environmental monitoring and disaster response, they provide essential services that modern societies increasingly rely on. Advances in launch systems, space infrastructure, materials and manufacturing expand the capabilities of space technologies, while satellite-based applications create value across industries. Today, space technologies drive innovation, sustainability and economic competitiveness far beyond the space sector. |
Why the Green Space Center? |
Recognising the growing importance of space technologies for innovation, sustainability and economic competitiveness, the Green Space Center Baden-Württemberg was established to support organisations in translating space-based innovation into real-world impact. Through international trade fairs, delegation trips, business matchmaking and strategic partnerships, we strengthen international visibility and facilitate market access. We also support the development of strong consortia for collaborative innovation and public funding initiatives, creating new opportunities for organisations while strengthening Baden-Württemberg's position as an internationally connected hub for space-enabled innovation. |
Why Baden-Württemberg? |
Baden-Württemberg is one of Europe's leading innovation regions, combining world-class research, engineering excellence and a strong industrial ecosystem. Recognising space as a strategic key technology for innovation, sustainability and economic competitiveness, the state actively promotes the transfer of space technologies into commercial and societal applications. This unique combination of technological expertise, entrepreneurial strength and cross-sector collaboration creates an ideal environment for Green Space innovation and international partnerships. |
