The NextGEOSS project will present the beta release of the next generation European data hub and cloud platform. The user centric approach with 10 pilots representing user communities in the Earth sciences and applications will also be presented describing key components such as a User Feedback System, Community Enhancements, and Advanced Discovery Tools. The EGU participants are invited to engage with the NextGEOSS project. Ideas for future pilots in Earth sciences are welcome as are feedback on the beta version of the data hub.