Seville has established itself as one of the leading space hubs in Europe and the world, positioning itself not only as a centre for technology and research, but also as a strategic leader in the space economy. The “Seville: Spain’s Space Capital” project, spearheaded by Seville City Council, represents a firm commitment to positioning the city as a centre of excellence in space development, innovation and knowledge.
This initiative is organised through the Seville Space Forum, a public-private coordination platform that brings together more than 50 organisations from the sector, including technology companies, research centres, universities and public authorities.
Thanks to this collaborative model, Seville has significantly increased its presence at national and international forums, forging closer partnerships and showcasing the talent and industrial capacity of its Space sector.
The vibrancy of Seville’s Space ecosystem is evident on a daily basis in the many advances and projects currently underway. For example, the company INTEGRASYS has been selected by NASA to monitor the Artemis II mission, which will carry the Orion spacecraft and a crew of four astronauts around the Moon, contributing its own technology and a 2.4-metre-diameter antenna operating in the S-band, which is installed on the roof of the Higher Technical School of Engineering at the University of Seville. Furthermore, six new start-ups in the aerospace sector have been selected to receive financial support to boost their innovative activities, thereby strengthening the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Furthermore, other Seville-based companies such as Alter Technology, a subsidiary of TÜV Nord, are experiencing significant international growth, having opened a state-of-the-art semiconductor testing centre in Plymouth (Minnesota) to meet the growing demand for OSAT services in the US market.
Similarly, the Seville-based company Solar Mems has just launched the Moses (Modular Optical Scalable Equipment for Space Cameras) project to develop a modular optical model with dual Star Tracker and SSA functionality, with the aim of facilitating satellite orientation, demonstrating the technical excellence being developed in Seville, the capital of Andalucia.
The initiative also has a significant educational and social dimension. Seville was the Spanish city that organised the most activities to mark World Space Week 2025,with over 40 events open to all members of the public—ranging from workshops and lectures to hands-on experiences and planetarium sessions—consolidating the city’s position as the national hub for this international celebration promoted by the United Nations.
These activities are carried out in collaboration with a wide range of organisations, such as the Spanish Space Agency (based in Seville), which has just launched the pilot call for applications for the ‘Astronaut for a Day’ programme, which will allow students to experience aspects of microgravity, bringing space science closer to the younger generation.
Sevilla Capital Espacial Española is an example of a well-defined institutional communication strategy aimed at positioning the city within the space sector, as this municipal initiative has successfully crafted a coherent narrative that drives the local ecosystem and fosters a sense of pride in belonging. Coordination between Seville City Council, businesses, the university and research centres has been essential in enabling the city not only to communicate effectively, but also to demonstrate leadership and long-term vision.
With the Spanish Space Agency based in the city, collaboration on European projects, technological diversification and the ability to bring together public and private sector stakeholders, Seville is establishing itself not only as Spain’s Space capital, but also as a competitive hub on the European Space map. To keep up to date with its latest projects and news, visit https://espacial.sevilla.
