QASCOM SRL

Their core work

QASCOM is an Italian SME specializing in satellite navigation security, GNSS signal authentication, and navigation system integrity. They develop software-based security simulators and monitoring tools that protect critical applications relying on GNSS positioning — such as transport, defense, and infrastructure. Their work spans from threat simulation (spoofing, jamming detection) to high-speed satellite data processing chains, making them a niche security provider in the European space ecosystem.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

QASCOM's early H2020 work (2015-2016) centered on GNSS vulnerability assessment and monitoring — understanding how satellite navigation signals can be compromised and building tools to detect threats. By 2017-2022, they shifted toward enhanced space navigation and scalable satellite processing, suggesting a move from defensive monitoring toward more ambitious space-grade systems. The progression shows a company maturing from security analysis tools to operational space technology components.

QASCOM is moving upstream from GNSS security testing toward building operational satellite navigation and processing systems, positioning them for roles in Europe's growing space infrastructure programs.

How they like to work

QASCOM splits evenly between leading and joining consortia (2 coordinator, 2 participant), showing confidence to drive projects while remaining flexible as a partner. With 14 unique partners across 8 countries from just 4 projects, they build broad European networks rather than repeating with the same partners. This pattern suggests a well-connected SME that brings specialized expertise to diverse teams and is comfortable working with new organizations.

QASCOM has built a network of 14 partners across 8 European countries through only 4 projects, indicating strong connectivity for their size. Their partnerships span the European space and navigation community rather than concentrating in any single geography.

What sets them apart

QASCOM occupies a rare niche at the intersection of cybersecurity and satellite navigation — a domain where few European SMEs have deep expertise. While many space companies focus on hardware or launch services, QASCOM brings software-defined security and simulation capabilities that are increasingly critical as GNSS-dependent infrastructure grows. For consortium builders, they offer a specialized security perspective that complements larger space primes and navigation system developers.

Highlights from their portfolio

• ENSPACE
  Largest coordinated project (€223k), representing QASCOM's ambition to move from ground-based GNSS monitoring to space-grade navigation systems.
• SoN3S
  SME Instrument Phase 1 feasibility study that likely validated their core product concept — a software-defined satellite navigation security simulator.
• S4Pro
  Largest single EC contribution (€229k) and their most recent project, focused on scalable satellite processing — signals a strategic expansion beyond pure security.