Switzerland

SGAC Switzerland

National Points of Contact Switzerland

Welcome to the country page of SGAC Switzerland ! 

Although small in size, our country has been geographically, politically, and technologically at the centre of international cooperation on space science and technology.

In 1960, the first multilateral and intergovernmental meeting on space cooperation took place in Meyrin (Geneva). This led to the creation of the ESRO (European Space Research Organisation) in 1964, which later merged with the ELDO (European Launcher Development Organisation) to form the European Space Agency (ESA).

Switzerland’s technological sector is rife with technological and scientific contributions to space exploration: from the design of the first human-conducted experiment on the Moon with a solar sail meant to study solar wind (Apollo 11), to the use of Velcro in aerospace, or the NAGRA audio recorder.

At SGAC Switzerland, we aim to connect, inform, and inspire students and young professionals to become the next generation of space leaders while fostering  networks with actors in Switzerland and worldwide.

Young Space Activities Overview in Switzerland

Switzerland is a small country with a global outlook, where precision, innovation, and collaboration shape our contributions to science and space. Nestled in the heart of Europe, we bring together diverse cultures, strong research institutions, and a spirit of neutrality that fosters international cooperation. From pioneering technologies to supporting emerging talent, Switzerland is committed to advancing space exploration for the benefit of all. We warmly welcome you to our community and look forward to building connections that reach far beyond our borders.

National Events in 2026

Interesting Web Links

National Authority

• Swiss Space Office
• Space Exchange Switzerland, SXS

Academic Institutions and Research and Technology Organizations

• EPFL Space Innovation
• EPFL eSpace
• EPFL Laboratory of Astrophysics
• ETHZ Space
• ESA BIC Switzerland
• International Space Studies Institute, ISSI

Swiss Associations

• Swiss Space Association, SRV
• Committee on Space Research, CSR, of the Swiss Academy of Sciences
• Swiss Committee on Remote Sensing, SCRS, of the Swiss Academy of Sciences
• Swiss Space Industries Group
• Swiss Society for Astrophysics and Astronomy, SGAA/SSAA
• Space Exchange Switzerland

Student space teams

• EPFL Rocket Team
• EPFL Spacecraft Team
• EPFL Xplore
• Space Situational Awareness EPFL Team
• Asclepios
• Space@yourService
• ETH ARIS (Academic Space Initiative Switzerland)
• Gruyère Space Program