Your chance to expand into one of the largest industrial hubs in Germany. This event is all about meeting your next investor, partner or customer. 10 startups from 10 different countries will be invited to pitch their unique ideas to the biggest players in Hamburg's startup ecosystem and make a lasting impression. Join us again from March 24-26, 2025, when the ideas and innovations of Northern Europe come together in Hamburg.
We are kicking off a new season of the Nordic Startup Challenge. Are you a startup in the field of circular economy and new materials? Apply now to represent your Northern European country! A 3-day program awaits you with workshops, business contacts, and a pitch event in Hamburg.
Workshops & Insights: Gain valuable knowledge about Hamburg's innovation ecosystem, legal requirements, and funding opportunities.
Pitch Event: Present your business idea to strategic partners, investors, and industry leaders.
Networking: Connect with leading companies, startups, and research institutions in Hamburg.
Exclusive Visits: Tour renowned institutions such as DESY and Science City Bahrenfeld.
Why Participate?
The Nordic Startup Challenge is your gateway to Hamburg’s vibrant business and innovation community. This unique program is designed to help startups connect with key players in Hamburg, explore business opportunities, and lay the groundwork for long-term success in Germany’s second-largest city.
Additionally, you will benefit from personalized pitch training, insights into the local funding landscape, and valuable introductions to industry leaders. Hamburg offers the perfect environment to turn innovative ideas into global success stories.
Who Can Apply?
Startups and scaleups with market-ready products or completed prototypes
Companies focused on growth and establishing partnerships in Hamburg
Industries: Manufacturing, raw materials, waste management, construction, consumer goods, packaging, and chemicals
Last Years Competitors
During the “Nordic Startup Challenge 2023” we invited one start-up from each of the following countries to participate in an three-day event in Hamburg to connect with the local economy. The focus last year was on the industry complex "Coastal Economy & Logistics".
