GTD SISTEMAS DE INFORMACION SA

Their core work

GTD is a Barcelona-based technology SME specializing in space systems engineering, air traffic management simulation, and marine environmental monitoring platforms. They design and integrate IT solutions for demanding sectors — from microlauncher infrastructure and launch pad services to Mediterranean ocean observation networks. Their work bridges data systems integration with physical infrastructure, making them a versatile technical partner for projects requiring both software platforms and systems-level engineering.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

GTD's early H2020 work (2015–2017) centered on research infrastructure support (ASTERICS) and initial aerospace involvement (ALTAIR air-launch system, R-WAKE air traffic simulation). From 2020 onward, they shifted decisively toward space launch services — coordinating SAMMBA on modular microlauncher infrastructure and joining ENVOL for vertical orbital launchers. The trajectory shows a company consolidating around the European NewSpace ecosystem, moving from participant roles in diverse projects to leadership positions in space launch technology.

GTD is positioning itself as a key player in Europe's emerging small launcher and NewSpace services market, with growing coordination capability.

How they like to work

GTD operates primarily as a participant (4 of 7 entries) but has stepped into coordination roles for their strongest expertise areas — both coordinated projects (R-WAKE, SAMMBA) align with their core aerospace and space launch work. With 77 unique partners across 19 countries, they maintain a broad European network rather than relying on a small circle of repeat collaborators. This makes them an accessible partner: experienced enough to lead when the topic fits, flexible enough to contribute specialized technical components in larger consortia.

GTD has built a wide collaborative network of 77 partners across 19 countries, reflecting genuine pan-European reach. Their partnerships span astronomy, marine science, aviation, and space — indicating they are well-connected across multiple technical communities, not siloed in one domain.

What sets them apart

GTD combines IT systems integration expertise with deep domain knowledge in space launch infrastructure — an unusual combination for a Barcelona-based SME. While many small companies in the European space sector focus narrowly on components or software, GTD works across the full stack from data platforms to launch pad design. Their dual capability in both coordination and technical delivery, proven across aviation safety, marine monitoring, and NewSpace, makes them a versatile consortium partner who can take on systems integration roles that typically go to larger firms.

Highlights from their portfolio

• SAMMBA
  Their largest funded project (EUR 685K) and a coordinator role, focused on standardized modular microlauncher services — directly in the NewSpace growth area.
• ALTAIR
  Significant funding (EUR 565K) for air-launch space transportation using automated aircraft, representing an innovative approach to small satellite launch.
• ODYSSEA
  Demonstrates cross-sector versatility — a Mediterranean ocean observation network project showing GTD's data integration capabilities beyond aerospace.