DSSC Insight Series - European Data Spaces Awards kick-off and Sector Orchestrators focus

Join us for the second webinar in our Insight Series.

The Data Spaces Support Centre (DSSC) brings together the community for an extended 75-minute session — packed with announcements, first-hand guidance and open Q&A.

Project news We open with the latest from the DSSC: where the project stands and what is coming next.

European Data Spaces Awards 2027 — Official Launch The European Data Spaces Awards are back. The first edition attracted more than 60 applications from across Europe. On 21 September, we open the next round, live on this webinar.

We will walk you through everything you need to know:

• The award categories

• Eligibility criteria

• What evaluators look for

• How to build a compelling application

Bring your questions. Our team will answer them on the call.

Winners will take the stage at the Data Spaces Symposium 2027 in Brussels and this webinar is where it all begins.

A first look at the Data Spaces Symposium 2027 Two days in Brussels. 9 and 10 March 2027. Theme: Value at Scale, Trust by Design. We will give you a first impression of the programme direction, the format and what to expect from the event.

Meet the Sector Orchestrators We introduce the named experts now covering each of the 14 industrial sectors recognised by the European Commission and explain what their role means for you and your sector.

Legal Labs — Insights A closer look at the Legal Labs: what they are working on and how their outputs feed into the broader data spaces ecosystem.

This session is relevant for organisations building or joining data spaces, sector initiatives, research and innovation actors, legal and policy experts and anyone planning to apply for the European Data Spaces Awards. Secure your place and be part of the launch!