Join us for the Wrocław edition of TEK.day, where this year’s lecture block focuses on space and aerospace technologies. Participants will explore practical applications of innovations in the aerospace sector and learn how technology transfer from space projects can support business and industry. Speakers include experts from ESA Broker and ABGi Poland, who will showcase how space-developed technologies are applied in non-space sectors, as well as representatives from SuperCluster and Blue Dot Solutions, sharing their experience in implementing innovative solutions.

Attendees will also see real engineering projects in action – Scanway will present the development of a telescope for the Intuitive Machines mission and Europe’s first lunar data processing center, Creotech Instruments will showcase its microsatellite platforms and satellite constellation projects, and SatRev (soon Sky Vision) will explain the planning and execution of low Earth orbit satellite missions. SpaceForest will highlight high-reliability electronics for rocket and space systems, while Hamamatsu Photonics will demonstrate the role of advanced sensors and optical technologies in space research and industrial applications.

Practical insights for engineers and electronics designers are also on the agenda. Würth Elektronik will cover PCB design and certification for space systems, and experts from Renex Electronics Education Center will explain key soldering standards and quality requirements in the aerospace industry. This is a unique opportunity to combine inspiration with technical knowledge, meet industry leaders, and discover how Polish engineers are creating technologies that literally and figuratively take us to space.

Kawiarnia Antresola is a new, unique space at TEK.day – a place where technology meets inspiration. You won’t find random conversations here – it’s a hub for exchanging knowledge, experience, and ideas born among people passionate about engineering and modern technologies.

You’ll hear about innovative solutions, ask experts for details, and meet those who are truly shaping the future of the space and aerospace sectors. Coffee? It’s just an excuse to pause for a moment and talk about what really drives progress.

This year, we have planned three exceptional meetings with representatives of the space and aerospace industries – and this is only the beginning of the surprises.

Ahead of us: 3 meetings:

10:30 - 11:15 - Space technologies between economy and security – the role of dual-use solutions, launch systems, and experiments implemented in the IGNIS project. The discussion will be moderated by Monika Brokking (tek.info.pl), and her guest will be Andrzej Piątkowski, an expert from the R&D Department and Delegate to the ESA Program Council for Space Transportation at the Polish Space Agency.

11:20 - 12:05 - From Precision Optics to Space – How Polish Deep Tech Scales Advanced Imaging Technologies. The discussion will be hosted by Ewa Załupska (KROK), and her guest will be Mikołaj Podgórski, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Scanway.

12:10 - 12:45 - Engineering and Business Challenges Related to Designing Cutting-Edge Solutions for the Space Sector and Delivering Pioneering Missions for Polish and European Clients. The discussion will be hosted by Mardoniusz Maćkowiak (CC Group), and the guest will be Sergiusz Sawin, CEO of PIAP Space.

Drop by, listen, get inspired.

In this zone, you will meet experts and event partners with whom you can discuss your ideas, projects, and collaboration opportunities in Wrocław. You will learn how the space and aerospace sectors are developing and see fascinating constructions and models that will spark your engineering imagination. This is a space for knowledge exchange, inspiration, and new connections – a place where technology meets passion and partnership.

Wrocław Agglomeration Development Agency (ARAW), StartUp Wrocław, Invest in Wrocław – business and startup development partners providing valuable contacts and support for new ventures.

Polish Space Agency (POLSA) – the national space agency offering support in the implementation of satellite projects and collaboration within the space sector.

ESA Broker – facilitates international cooperation within the European Space Agency framework and commercial space projects.

Wrocław University of Science and Technology Alumni Association “Absolwent” – supports the engineering community and the development of technological projects among alumni and students.

tryVinci is a project that combines core and hip girdle muscle training with an app that uses maps and 3D models to motivate users to exercise regularly.

SatRev (soon Sky Vision) will present the SN-10 Nanosatellite – a 10 kg-class platform for Earth observation with a resolution of 4.75 m GSD, enabling rapid deployment of payloads up to 3U and efficient data generation. It is based on the flight-proven Raccoon platform, combining precision, flexibility, and efficiency. The company provides full mission support – from integration and on-orbit operations to data delivery – as well as rideshare options reducing launch costs.

ESA PHI-LAB and Poznan University of Technology support the development of innovative space and research projects in the academic environment. At the booth, visitors will see advanced perception algorithms for mobile robots and planetary rovers, demonstrating how robots “understand” their surroundings and make decisions using advanced sensors and high-performance computing platforms. Guests will explore deep learning-based systems designed to operate quickly and reliably even with limited hardware resources.

PWr in Space will present the R6 Aether rocket, fully designed and built by the team, powered by a proprietary hybrid engine using nitrous oxide (oxidizer) and epoxy resin with aluminum additive (fuel). The rocket weighs approx. 30 kg, measures just under 4 m in length, and generates about 2400 N of thrust. It won 2nd place at Spaceport America Cup 2024 (10,000 ft Hybrid/Liquid) and 2nd place at European Rocketry Challenge 2024 (H3).

BZB UAS will present ekoSKY 2.0 – a proprietary Polish-made vertical take-off aircraft built from advanced composite materials and equipped with state-of-the-art electronics. Powered exclusively by electric motors, it enables flights of up to 150 minutes, while the Plug&Play system and VTOL capability simplify operation. It is designed for monitoring critical infrastructure (pipelines, power lines, fuel terminals) and complies with RED Directive 2014/53/EU and EMC Directive 2014/30/EU.

Njord Energy develops a power generation system based on autonomous kites operating at altitudes of 200–500 m. It achieves efficiency of up to 70% (about 50% higher than small wind turbines), while AWES Njord 50 kW generates approx. 360,600 kWh annually, supplying 100–120 homes. The kites operate 10–1000 m from the launch platform, and the system can be deployed within 48 hours without major investment costs.

TOPIC: 4 leadership tools that support people management: how to build engagement, responsibility, high effectiveness and clarity of action in a team?
How can you ensure that a team works cohesively, responsibly, and with full engagement—not only in moments of mobilisation, but every single day? In a world overloaded with priorities, information, and tasks, a leader needs not theory, but practical tools that organise team work and keep people focused on what truly matters.

During this workshop, we will discuss and practically apply 4 effective leadership tools that immediately improve team performance. We will take a detailed look at:

• 1:1 conversations that strengthen responsibility, help identify risks before they grow into problems, and genuinely increase employee engagement.
• Meetings that make sense—so they can be short, specific, and lead to decisions. We will stop the “meeting overload” phenomenon and show how to reclaim hours of productive working time.
• Clear roles, priorities, and goals, based on OKRs and a scorecard, which give the team clarity of direction and a measurable picture of progress.
• Consistent enforcement by the leader of employee routines, ensuring that agreements are followed through and responsibility does not fall on the shoulders of a single person.

Participants will learn how to implement these tools in daily practice and how to combine them so that they create a coherent culture of engagement and high effectiveness—without micromanagement, chaos, or firefighting.

This is a workshop-style session designed to help leaders and project-based professionals build a team that works consciously, responsibly, and in the right direction—with an energy that is truly visible in both results and team atmosphere. An additional advantage is gaining ready-to-use frameworks and descriptions of the tools discussed, enabling quick practical application of the presented material. You are warmly invited—registration is required due to the need to prepare the appropriate amount of materials.

Facilitator: Ewa Załupska, Business trainer and consultant. Owner of the KROK training brand, founder and vice-president of the European Institute of Brainology. Cyprian Lemiech, Dyrektor R&D LUXON

In addition to inspiring lectures, you'll be able to build interesting relationships in the exhibitor area. Over 1,500 interesting industry professionals meet during TEK.day. You'll easily make new contacts and exchange experiences. There will also be a contest with attractive prizes – get ready for some excitement and fun starting at 3:00 PM!

And as always, a delicious lunch awaits you from 11:00 AM (top floor - Diamond Room), providing a great opportunity for casual conversations. It will be a day full of knowledge, connections, and positive energy – you can't miss it!

On the eve of the trade fair, there will also be an inspiring meeting at the Polish Electronics Forum.

In addition to a brief overview of the global and local economic situation, with a focus on the electronics industry—which is a regular feature of the Polish Electronics Forum—I will concentrate on the EMS sector in Poland in the years 2019–2025. I will attempt to draw conclusions from the impact of the pandemic on this market. I will also share my observations on the electronic components supply market from the perspective of a practitioner, based on the activities of my company, Best Supply.

You are warmly invited, Jacek Małecki

The meeting will take place on Wednesday, March 18 at Tarczyński Arena Stadium at 4:00 PM. The registration link is provided below.