E-Mobility Spacelink is the winning project of ESA "Space for Electromobility" call for proposals.
E-Mobility Spacelink, developed by Archimede, Planetek, and Arthur D. Little, is the winning project of the ESA “Space for Electromobility” call for proposals. An innovative proposal that contributes to the global transition to electric mobility through the integrated use of space technologies, confirming the growing importance of the sector in the development of sustainable and high-impact solutions for the electric mobility ecosystem.
ESA "Space for Electromobility"
The “Space for Electromobility” program, promoted by the European Space Agency (ESA), aims to support projects that integrate space technologies and data into electric mobility. The call for proposals offers funding and technical support to startups and companies that intend to develop services and applications based on Earth observation, satellite communication, and innovative infrastructure capable of responding to the challenges associated with the electric mobility ecosystem.
The winning project: E-Mobility Spacelink
E-Mobility Spacelink proposes the development and installation of a modular charging solution for electric vehicles, which uses EO data to identify the most suitable areas for installing charging stations or strategically repositioning them.
The project aims to assess the feasibility of a comprehensive service dedicated to electric mobility, including the sale, installation, and management of smart charging infrastructure. The solution supports ESA’s objectives in enhancing and expanding charging networks, contributing to the global process of transport decarbonization.
E-Mobility Spacelink aims to offer an autonomous, efficient, and technologically advanced solution capable of guaranteeing access even in remote or disadvantaged areas. Its primary goals include:
– ensuring access to charging stations in rural and isolated areas;
– reducing electric vehicle charging downtime;
– ensuring autonomous and sustainable infrastructure;
– enabling remote monitoring and management;
– supporting strategic decision-making to improve logistical planning and operational efficiency for end users.
The companies involved
E-Mobility Spacelink is a project developed by Archimede, in collaboration with Planetek and Arthur D. Little. It is a synergistic partnership between companies with complementary skills, each playing a key role in the project’s development and success.
The Sicilian startup Archimede is the main technological partner, with expertise in the development of autonomous charging platforms, remote monitoring applications, and energy optimization. The company will develop a modular satellite kit and a platform for the remote control and management of critical infrastructure.
Planetek, a company specialized in geomatics and space technologies, will provide EO data analysis to identify optimal sites for installing charging stations, providing indicators such as ground stability, solar irradiation, and settlement patterns.
Arthur D. Little, a leading strategic consulting company, will contribute to defining the business model and developing a commercially solid and scalable service.
This synergy has made it possible to combine technical expertise, data analysis capabilities, and strategic know-how, creating a solution capable of meeting the challenges of electric mobility in the future.
Acknowledgements
Companies would like to express their sincere gratitude to ESA for its trust and support, as well as to all partners and collaborators who contributed to the development of the project.
The collaboration between Archimede, Planetek, and Arthur D. Little marks a significant step forward in technological and sustainable innovation with a project that represents a concrete solution for a smarter, more connected, and more sustainable mobility ecosystem.