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Harnessing space technologies for regional innovation

A driver of performance for public action

Space solutions have great potential for multiple uses in regions of all types and sizes, as they can tackle issues from mobility or risk management to environmental needs and the climate emergency, planning, precision agriculture, e-health and more.

At a time when the space sector is undergoing major change, a growing number of institutions are taking advantage of this momentum to integrate these new techniques into their operations and optimize certain processes. Why not join them?

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Regions and major cities are the main beneficiaries of solutions derived from the space sector

Our specific offer for local authorities

  • technical expertise
  • INFORMATION AND AWARENESS-RAISING
  • PARTNERSHIPS WITH FRENCH REGIONS
  • DEMONSTRATORS FOR MAJOR CITIES
  • Training
  • Promotion & coordination
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