Space technology landing in Hanover at largest trade fair

Space technology landing in Hanover at largest trade fair Propelling the Ariane 5 rocket into space, the Vulcain engine truly reflects Europe's impressive aerospace achievements. The giant engine will flag 'ESA Space Apps' at this year's Hannover Messe trade fair showcasing impressive space technology spin-offs and their terrestrial potential. Organised by ESA's Technology Transfer Programme Office and German MST Aerospace, the ESA Space Apps stand will illustrate how striking product developments and innovative advances are possible in a variety of fields through the transfer of ready available space technologies. On the opening day - 23 April - the winner of this year's ESA Space Spin-off Award will be announced. It goes to individuals or an organisation that have carried out a space technology transfer of extraordinary success with significant economic impact and remarkable results in a non-space sector. ESA Space Apps visitors can discuss with MST and ESA representatives how space technologies can be employed in their fields. Spin-offs on display by companies ESA's Technology Transfer Programme Office has invited several industrial partners to present their products and services, all based on space spin-offs.