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European space strategy calling for boost in innovation procurement

  • NEWS ARTICLE
  • Публикация 24 януари 2017

In the recently adopted Space Strategy for Europe the European Commission announces that it will strengthen the use of innovation procurement schemes to stimulate the demand-side of innovation.

The use of Innovative procurement schemes such as pre-commercial procurement and public procurement of innovative solutions will be strengthened to stimulate the demand-side of innovation.

The European Commission, together with the European Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Agency and others will also organise awareness-raising campaigns and support networks (e.g. Copernicus Relays and the Copernicus Academy) and provide technical support in using innovative and cross-border procurement for space solutions.

Further information: Space Strategy for Europe