Non-Space Companies and the LEO Economy: Making Business with Microgravity

This panel will explore how non-space companies can access and leverage microgravity environments to develop innovative products, processes and services. Representatives from ESA, ASI, industry and Commercial Service Providers will present concrete opportunities enabled by the programmes made available by the European Space Agency and the Italian Space Agency. 
The discussion will highlight the main benefits of microgravity for research and commercial applications, including accelerated R&D cycles, novel material properties, and unique biological processes. Practical aspects such as access conditions and support mechanisms will be addressed, alongside real use cases and emerging business models. Particular attention will be given to high-potential sectors such as agrifood, advanced materials, and life sciences, showcasing how companies can translate microgravity-based experimentation into viable market opportunities on Earth and in orbit.