Way4Space

Way4Space
Description: Way4Space is a French innovation center dedicated to fostering and accelerating the development of groundbreaking products and services in the space sector. Located in Saint-Médard-en-Jalles, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, it serves as a collaborative hub connecting regional, national, and European space entities with various economic, academic, and territorial actors.
Vision:
To lead in the emergence of new uses in space mobility and missions, addressing scientific, environmental, commercial, and security challenges by leveraging interdisciplinary collaboration and collective intelligence.
Mission:
To create and transform innovative ideas in the field of space mobility and missions into technological and entrepreneurial successes. Way4Space aims to be a catalyst for open innovation, project maturation, and risk mitigation, serving as a central point for the space ecosystem in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region.
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Key Milestones:
  • 2021: Inauguration of Way4Space in Saint-Médard-en-Jalles, marking the establishment of a unique innovation center uniting public and private partners to explore new avenues in space.
  • 2021: Formal creation of the Way4Space association, with the Nouvelle-Aquitaine Region becoming a founding member, solidifying the center's organizational structure.
  • 2023: Election of Hélène Huby, founder and CEO of The Exploration Company, as the new president of Way4Space, succeeding Alain Rousset, who became the honorary president.
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  • Think Tank (Centre d’Inspiration): Acts as the core of Way4Space, attracting intellectual resources and serving as a space for innovation and value creation. It is a laboratory for prospective and disruptive projects, fostering interdisciplinary and imaginative approaches.
  • Exploration Center (Centre d’Exploration): Functions as a hub for disruptive projects, coordinating collaborative efforts in an agile and cross-disciplinary manner. It provides access to seasoned experts to explore and accelerate complex projects.
  • Annual Symposium (NextSpace): An inspiring annual event aimed at establishing the region as a major contributor to a cultural model of space. It serves to consolidate, open, and disseminate space-related knowledge, inviting external perspectives and enhancing the region's visibility to attract new talent.
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