This document discusses Horizon 2020 funding for GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) applications and services. It argues that EU public funding is necessary for Europe to develop GNSS technologies and applications, remain competitive globally, and realize economic and societal benefits. Specifically, it recommends dedicating at least €100-200 million annually to GNSS applications research under Horizon 2020. This level of funding is critical to support the European industry and maximize returns for European citizens from Galileo and EGNOS satellite navigation systems.

1. Horizon 2020 & Space Research
Panel 2 : Implementing Aspects
and Services
by Axelle Pomies
GS Permanent Representative
5th June 2012, Brussels
European Parliament

2. 2
Focus: GNSS Downstream Segment
Applications, Services, Equipment
Space
Segment
Ground
Segment
User
Segment
Galileo/EGNOS
Infrastructure
Applications / Downstream Segment
Other GNSS
Upstream Segment

3. 3
Bigger GNSS Market Share
Jobs & Wealth Creation
ROI in EU GNSS
Space
Segment
Ground
Segment
User Segment
Galileo/EGNOS Infrastructure
Other GNSS
Galileo Full Success
Independence / Autonomy
with regard to other GNSS
(GPS, GLONASS…)
In Europe
Applications /
Downstream Segment

4. Some key GNSS Applications
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5. GNSS market capacity
vs. Public R&D Funding (1/2)
* GSA estimates
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6. GNSS market capacity
vs. Public R&D Funding (2/2)
* GSA estimates
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+ 400 000 Jobs
in Europe

7. Galileo Services Position Paper
1. Challenges & Ambitions for Europe
2. The necessity of EU public funding for GNSS
applications R&D
EU public funding is necessary for Europe to reach
excellence, be competitive in a global market and expect
future commercial and societal benefits
GNSS applications constitute one of the most promising
markets for Europe
3. EU public funding level required for maximizing the
benefits for Europe
4. The critical GNSS technologies, applications &
services
5. Crucial importance of users’ involvement in EU
projects
6. Horizon 2020 - “Galileo Services” Recommendations
GNSS technologies and services
Enabling Activities to support market penetration and
development
Other support activities from European InstitutionsAvailable at: www.galileo-services.org
SATELLITE NAVIGATION APPLICATIONS REALIZING THE AMBITIONS OF EU2020
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8. Horizon 2020 - Galileo Services Recommendations
Galileo Services Position Paper
Need for dedicated budget line within Horizon 2020 for GNSS applications R&D
To provide the European GNSS downstream Industry with the means to
reach excellence, remain competitive in a global market and expect
future commercial and societal benefits
To guarantee the use of Galileo and EGNOS by securing substantial EU public
investments in their applications development
To dramatically and quickly increase the level of EU public funding in
GNSS applications R&D to a minimum of EUR 100-200 M per year to
optimize EU benefits and not miss the window of opportunity for Europe
To support the European industry in investing and developing critical GNSS
technologies, applications and services
GNSS technologies and services
Enabling Activities to support market penetration and development
Other support activities from European Institutions
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9. Conclusion
GNSS application industry can act :
to take up EU challenges
to reach EU2020 ambitions
Public funding for GNSS Applications R&D is
crucial to maximize the socioeconomic
benefits for European citizens !!!
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Thank you for your attention
We would be delighted to provide
the European Parliament with any further support
Axelle Pomies, Permanent Representative
axelle.pomies@galileo-services.org

11. Spares
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Galileo Services Overview (1/2)
Non-profit Making Association aiming at developing, promoting
and maximizing the potential of the GNSS applications’ market
Comprising key GNSS Downstream Industry players
Representing all elements of the value chain and covering the different
application sectors (aviation, maritime, road, rail, telecom…)
Missions:
Voice Industry concerns & expectations toward the institutions
Share market experience and knowledge of user needs
Support the implementation of the Galileo and EGNOS Programmes

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Galileo Services Overview (2/2)
Network (160 Members – 20 countries)