Nine Start-Ups Selected for Takeoff Initiative in Turin's Space Economy

The fourth edition of the Takeoff initiative in Turin introduces nine start-ups focused on the New Space Economy, including Evolunar with its LuNaDrone for lunar exploration. The program, supported by CDP Venture Capital and Plug and Play, aims to accelerate the growth of aerospace ventures and has previously supported 27 companies. Notable participants include Intella and SatEnlight, among others, contributing to advancements in satellite technology and autonomous systems.

Published Mar 25, 2026

The Takeoff initiative in Turin has selected nine start-ups for its fourth edition, focusing on the New Space Economy. The program, organized by CDP Venture Capital and managed by Plug and Play, aims to accelerate start-up growth in aerospace.

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Evolunar is notable for its LuNaDrone, designed for lunar exploration with autonomous flight capabilities. The initiative has previously supported 27 companies and provides access to training and pilot projects with partners including Leonardo and Avio.

Among the new start-ups are Intella, which offers predictive monitoring software, and Saturn Dynamics, which develops AI models for system design. The program has created jobs for approximately 80 professionals.