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SWAN expands corporate coalition, demystifies deals at Space-Comm Europe

Paris, France — 11 February 2026 – Space Women Alliance (SWAN) announces the expansion of its corporate membership, bringing together 15+ corporate members and a community of 250+ professionals committed to building a more inclusive, high-performing, and sustainable space industry.

As Europe’s space economy scales, gender imbalance in leadership and decision-making remains a structural challenge. SWAN’s growing coalition reflects a shared conviction: inclusion is not only a social responsibility, but a strategic lever for innovation, resilience, and long-term competitiveness.

A coalition across the ecosystem

SWAN’s corporate members span satellite operations and services, platforms and access to space, critical technologies, investment and advisory, and mission-driven partners—aligning commercial priorities with measurable inclusion goals.

Program lens: from commitment to action

Through SWANRise and SWANElevate (mentorship), SWANSpace (talent visibility), and SWANChampion (industry presence), SWAN turns visibility into leadership and leadership into impact. In 2025, SWAN supported 15 mentees, delivered 10 speaking opportunities, and partnered with 7 organizations on inclusive programming.

Meet SWAN at Space-Comm Europe (London, March 4-5)

SWAN and corporate members will host “Before the Pitch: How Space Deals Really Get to ‘Yes’,” a 30-minute panel offering a practical lens on what drives investment decisions and how teams can position well before a formal raise.
Session: March 5, 15:40 - 16:10 • SWAN stand: L16

“Before a great pitch, there is great preparation. This session shows in plain English the signals that build credibility and momentum long before fundraising so teams can convert technical ambition into real investor confidence” - Pamela Meuleye, Co-Founding Member, Space Women Alliance.

Industry leaders, institutions, startups, and investors are invited to meet the SWAN team and partners to soar together for a more inclusive and impactful space sector.

About Space Women Alliance (SWAN)

Founded in October 2024 under France’s 1901 Association Law, SWAN accelerates gender equity in the space sector by connecting, empowering, and elevating women and allies across the industry. Learn more at spacewomenalliance.com.