The 50th anniversary of ESA, 2025 in Florence

The 50th anniversary of ESA Basic R&D activities event will be held in Florence, Italy from Tuesday 20th May to Thursday 22nd May 2025.

This celebration will highlight the significant achievements and contributions of ESA’s research and development efforts over the past five decades. The event will feature panels with top management from ESA and the Italian Space Agency (ASI), as well as panels with mission project managers and other experts. This gathering will provide a unique opportunity to discuss future investments in basic research and development activities, as well as the General Support Technology Programme (GSTP).

Sandi Habinc, the General Manager of Frontgrade Gaisler, will speak during the session "The role of ESA technology programmes for industrial innovation competitiveness", to be held on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 at 2:45 PM - 3:45 PM.

For more information, please visit: https://esa50innovation.eu/