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Representatives of esc Aerospace participated in the Czech–French Space Day in Prague, a key event focused on deepening cooperation between the Czech and French space sectors. The company’s experts, led by CEO Richard Sysala, introduced presentation showcasing esc Aerospace’s advanced capabilities and its role in current space missions.
This platform allowed the team to engage in high-level discussions with the French Ambassador to the Czech Republic and the Director of EUSPA, exploring future synergies in space technologies and applications. The event was instrumental in building industrial ties with major French institutions, including CNES and GIFAS, as well as representatives from Alliance NewSpace and Aerospace Valley.
Representatives of esc Aerospace (from left): Petr Česák, Richard Sysala and Petr Suchánek
Prague recently welcomed NASA veteran Stephen Bowen, an astronaut who has spent 227 days in orbit across four space missions. His visit during the 250th anniversary of the USA, serves as a powerful reflection of the growing significance of the Czech space sector.
Stephen explored several Czech space projects, focusing on the experiments recently selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) for orbital implementation. During the discussions, he highlighted the strategic importance of the upcoming Czech astronaut mission for the country’s scientific and industrial growth.
Richard Sysala, CEO of esc Aerospace, met with Stephen Bowen during a professional panel discussion, where they discussed Czech technologies and experiments currently being prepared for Aleš Svoboda’s mission to the ISS.
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PRAGUE, January 27th, 2026 – Within the framework of the prestigious international conference “Bridging the Gap: Central Europe’s Silicon Future,” organized by the CEIAS institute in cooperation with the CHIPDIPLO project partners, Richard Sysala, CEO of ESC Aerospace, appeared as a keynote speaker.
The conference has been focused on strengthening the European semiconductor industry and enhancing its resilience against geopolitical risks. Richard Sysala participated in the panel discussion titled “Serving Europe’s Strategic Sectors,” where he addressed the critical role of semiconductors in maintaining technological sovereignty in our Space and Defence domain.
The CHIPDIPLO project unites leading analytical centers and policy institutes (including Institut Montaigne and CEIAS) to provide the European Commission with the necessary framework for managing geopolitical risks in technology. Simultaneously, it aims to strengthen the resilience of the European semiconductor market against global disruptions by fostering collaboration between the private sector and research institutions.
The Ministry of Transport and the European Space Agency (ESA) held a high-level workshop focused on the GSTP and C3PFP programs on January 22nd. The session aimed to boost the quality of Czech project proposals by analyzing “lessons learned” from previous tenders.
esc Aerospace, a leader in on-board software and satellite systems, participated in 1-on-1 consultations with ESA delegates to refine the company’s upcoming strategic projects.
The event marks a significant step in elevating the Czech Republic’s role within the European space industry.
esc Aerospace, represented by CEO Richard Sysala, participated in an important delegation led by the Czech Republic Ministry of Transport (specifically Mr. Ondřej Šváb and Mr. Patrik Zapletal) and coordinated by the Czech Republic Embassy in Abu Dhabi (Mr. Jakub Jaroš and Ambassador H.E. Josef Koutský). As part of the mission, which aimed to explore opportunities for international cooperation in space activities, the delegation visited key entities in the UAE, including the UAE Space Agency, MBRSC, Orbitalworks, and Space42. During the visit to Space42, their satellite communication products, the GIQ geospatial intelligence platform, and intelligent AI services were showcased. These presentations culminated in an active discussion on potential future cooperation opportunities. esc Aerospace extends its gratitude for the warm welcome received.
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esc Aerospace attended the 2025 Space Tech Expo in Bremen, held from 18–20thNovember. The company was represented by CEO Richard Sysala. The event remains one of Europe’s key technology platforms focused on systems for space missions, satellite infrastructure, and advanced aerospace solutions.
Space Tech Expo consistently brings together major industry players—from satellite and launch system manufacturers to developers of software platforms, navigation technologies, and critical communication systems. For esc Aerospace, the event serves as an essential environment for technical knowledge exchange, trend validation, and building partnerships across the domains in which we operate.
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Czech Space Week 2025 took place — the largest national festival celebrating innovation and collaboration in the space sector. Running from October 20–26, it brought together companies, researchers, startups, and the public through events such as Space2Business, the Copernicus User Forum, and the prestigious Czech Space Gala. The opening ceremony was attended by the President of the Czech Republic, General Petr Pavel, who delivered the opening remarks and highlighted the importance of Czech activities in space.
The week highlights Czechia’s growing role in global space activities, showcasing advances in satellite technologies, Earth observation, and space-based services. With more than 100 participants from industry and academia, CSW 2025 fosters new partnerships, investment opportunities, and knowledge exchange.
At the event, esc Aerospace was represented by CEO Richard Sysala and Petr Suchánek. The company showcased its capabilities through demonstrations of manufactured hardware, printed materials, and original corporate posters within its exhibition space at the Liechtenstein Palace.
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The Czech Space Alliance (ČVA), a long-standing partner of the Czech space ecosystem, is becoming a partner of Czech Space Week. During the week, the Alliance will present its activities to both professionals and the general public, including an exhibition at Space2Business and the Space Pavilion at Gaudeamus in Brno.
The partnership with the festival is an opportunity for the ČVA to showcase the contribution of the Czech space sector to the economy and society, and to promote its importance to the public and state institutions. Stop by booths 7 and 8 at the Liechtenstein Palace during Space2Business to meet representatives of the Alliance as well as the company esc Aerospace.
