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The HORIZON-CL4-SPACE-2025-01-23 funding call focuses on developing capabilities to 'Act in Space' through the detailed design of the logistics component for the ISOS Pilot Mission. The objective is to enable a pioneering European space infrastructure that supports cargo and propellant transportation to enhance the in-space ecosystem. Activities aim to strengthen EU autonomy, mitigate technological dependencies, and prepare for a future in-space economy with sustainable and modular technologies. The call encourages collaboration between various actors and leverages synergies with existing European technologies and initiatives to achieve TRL 6. Proposals should contribute to the EU’s strategic space ambitions, aligning with governmental and commercial use cases.
Opening: 03 Jun 2025
Deadline(s): 13 Nov 2025
Expected Outcome
• Development of a sustainable and automated space infrastructure
• Preparation of ISOS Pilot Mission logistics to a detailed design level
• Defined interfaces for seamless integration with mission components
• Maturation of innovative technologies for logistics and operations
• Clear use cases and business models for governmental and commercial applications
Scope
• Detailed design of logistics components for the ISOS Pilot Mission
• Research and development of key technologies enabling modular and reusable logistics
• Development of docking interfaces for logistics components with the platform (HOST)
• Advancement of propellant transfer technologies
• Collaboration with EU Member States and relevant stakeholders to align with strategic goals