Can your solution in AI, MedTech, or digital health transform how hospitals deliver and manage care? Whether it’s predictive analytics, robotic surgery, digital therapeutics, or smart hospital systems—join EWG’s Health Scale-up Challenge and tap into their Market Entry Program, offering funding, clinical networks, and business support to expand into the German and European markets, with Essen as your launchpad. Who can take part? International Scale-ups in AI, MedTech, and digital health with market-ready solutions or advanced prototypes, an existing customer base, and clear ambitions to enter the German market by opening a branch or relocating to Essen. #Health#DigitalHealth#EssenHealth#MarketEntry #VentureScaling#InnovateTogether

Scale your GreenTech solution in Europe’s energy hub! Essen, in the heart of the Rhine-Ruhr region, offers unmatched access to industry, infrastructure, and partners—perfect for growth and market entry. EWG’s Market Entry Program (EWG - Essen Economic Development Agency) supports you with mentoring, networking, funding (up to 10.000 €), and hands-on guidance. Whether your innovation is in hydrogen, energy security, industrial decarbonization, resource efficiency, water management, or environmental protection, the GreenTech Scale-Up Challenge welcomes solutions driving a sustainable future. Who can take part? We are looking for GreenTech Scale-ups with innovative solutions across all sub-sectors—hydrogen, clean energy, industrial decarbonization, resource efficiency, water management, and environmental protection technologies. If you are actively expanding into new markets and open to establishing operations in Essen, this is your chance to join a thriving ecosystem, gain access to industry leaders, funding opportunities, and the support of EWG’s Market Entry Program. #EssenGreenTech #GreenTechInnovation #SustainableEnerg#IndustrialDecarbonization #ResourceEfficiency #WaterTech #EnvironmentalTech #FutureOfEnergy #ScaleUpSuccess

Im SIG Push Track machen wir dich Impact-Venture-Client-ready: mit gezieltem Coaching von ekipa und Porsche Consulting, individuellem Sparring und Innovation-Know-how aus über 150 Projekten. Gleichzeitig öffnen wir dir die Tür zu unserem Unternehmensnetzwerk – mit dem klaren Ziel: Proof of Concept für Impact Venturing mit einem passenden Partner. Als exklusiver Programmpartner begleitet Porsche Consulting die teilnehmenden Impact Start-ups in der Boost Phase. Die erfahrenen Berater unterstützen mit Mentoring, Sparring und praxisnahen Workshops – damit du optimal auf die Zusammenarbeit mit Corporates vorbereitet bist.  #SIGPushTrack #SocialInnovation #ImpactVentureClienting #PorscheConsulting

STRABAG sucht Innovator:innen, die neue Use Cases für gebrauchte Geotextilien aus großen Infrastrukturprojekten entwickeln. Ziel ist es, heute entsorgtes Material in nachhaltigere Anwendungen zu überführen und gemeinsam im Rahmen eines PoC zu validieren – mit Perspektive auf Skalierung und Partnerschaft. Beim Ausbau der europäischen Energie- und Verkehrsinfrastruktur fallen jährlich tausende Tonnen Geotextilien an, die nach kurzer Nutzungsdauer entsorgt oder verbrannt werden. Für diese Materialströme existiert bislang kein überzeugendes Kreislaufmodell. STRABAG möchte dieses systemische Problem gemeinsam mit externen Innovator:innen angehen und neue Wege für Wiederverwendung, Recycling oder alternative Nutzung erschließen #CircularEconomy #Infrastructure #SocialInnovation #VenturePartnership

Caritas sucht Impact Startups und Tech-Unternehmen, die eingehende E-Mails und Newsletter automatisiert klassifizieren und in einem zentralen Informationsportal strukturiert bereitstellen. Ziel ist eine effiziente Filterung und Bereitstellung relevanter Informationen sowie, manuelle Weiterleitung zu reduzieren und eine skalierbare Wissensstruktur im gemeinwohlorientierten Kontext im Rahmen eines PoC zu validieren.  #KnowledgeManagement #AI #DigitalTransformation #SocialInnovation

Build your prototype with BatteryOne – and don't start from scratch. Wacker Neuson is searching for partners to co-develop new applications powered by its robust, swappable BatteryOne system. The goal is to validate a real-world use case, build a working prototype and explore commercially scalable partnership opportunities. Wacker Neuson supports partners with BatteryOne hardware, engineering expertise and access to its industrial network - enabling rapid prototyping and a clear pathway toward joint commercialization. Who can participate? All innovators capable of developing functional hardware prototypes - including start-ups, scaleups, established product companies, research labs, technical university teams or independent engineering groups. #BatteryInnovation #VenturePartnership #Electrification

DFL is looking for innovators to develop new applications powered by Bundesliga’s new 3D tracking system. The goal is to validate real-world use cases, leverage completely new data depth and explore partnership opportunities that can scale across the DFL ecosystem.  Selected teams collaborate directly with DFL and club experts, validate their ideas on real match data, and get the opportunity to take part in the SportsInnovation 2026.   Who can participate?  Startups, tech companies, researchers and innovators from any field who can create data-driven concepts using 3D tracking data.  #SportsTech #FootballData #3DTracking #VenturePartnership

ebm-papst is seeking solution providers that can digitize shopfloor data capture and create a clear, timely KPI view for its HighSpeed PilotPlant. The goal is to replace manual, fragmented data flows with a reliable operational dashboard that supports both operators and team leads. Selected teams gain the opportunity to run a PoC and enter a long-term partnership.  Who can participate?  Innovators working in manufacturing data capture, shopfloor digitalization, KPI monitoring or lightweight MES approaches — including startups, scaleups and technology companies with relevant industrial experience.  #ManufacturingInnovation #ShopfloorData #KPIMonitoring #VentureClienting

ebm papst is looking for partners to co-develop next-generation chip cooling solutions that set new benchmarks in thermal performance and energy efficiency for AI workloads. Selected innovators get access to engineering expertise and lab environments — enabling rapid PoCs and a clear path toward scalable venture clienting partnerships. Who can participate? All innovators working on advanced chip cooling systems with a functional or testable solution — including startups, scaleups, established technology companies, research teams, and independent engineering groups If your cooling concept uses a liquid cooling medium and targets high-performance computing or AI data centers, it is in scope. #ChipCooling#VentureClienting#DeepTech#InnovateTogether

ebm-papst is looking for partners to develop next-generation silencing solutions for large axial fan installations—delivering strong noise reduction while keeping efficiency impacts low. Selected innovators gain access to ebm-papst’s test environment and acoustic measurement capabilities for rapid PoCs and a clear path toward scalable collaboration.  Who can participate?  All innovators working on advanced silencer systems with a functional or testable approach— including startups, scaleups, established technology companies, research teams, and independent engineering groups.  If your concept can be validated with measurable data (noise reduction and efficiency impact) and is suitable for outdoor, real-world installations, it is in scope. #AdvancedSilencing #Acoustics #VentureClienting #DeepTech #InnovateTogether

EDEKA Südwest is searching for external partners that can help reduce errors in order picking within its large, high-volume logistics center. The aim is to validate a solution in a first pilot and demonstrate its potential for a broader roll-out. The focus is on increasing accuracy, supporting employees and ensuring consistent delivery of goods across sites.  Who can participate?  All innovators working at the intersection of logistics, AI, computer vision, sensor technology, process automation or warehouse operations — including startups, scaleups and technology companies.  #LogisticsInnovation #OrderPicking #WarehouseAutomation

BayernLB / BayernLabo is looking for innovative partners to design a future-oriented ESG/KPI dashboard that makes the impact of funding for social housing and communities transparent, comparable and forward-looking. The goal: better indicators, better visualisation and a clearer understanding of how funding contributes to sustainability from different stakeholder perspectives. Both conceptual and technical approaches are welcome.  Who can participate?  This challenge is open to a broad range of innovators, including:  startups & scaleups working on ESG, analytics, data modelling or visualization  research teams in sustainability, data science, public policy or impact measurement  specialised consultancies with experience in ESG/SDG logic, indicators or dashboard design  tech providers capable of building adaptable prototypes or data structures  #SDGAnalytics #ESGAnalytics #PublicSectorInnovation #ImpactReporting

Smart Standards sind vom VDE DKE digitalisierte Normen, die erhebliche Vorteile bieten. Doch viele KMUs wissen nicht, wie sie diese verstehen und anwenden können. Gesucht werden Start-ups und Tech-Teams, die praxisnahe Tools für Assessments, Micro-Learning und Feedback-Loops entwickeln – um gemeinsam mit VDE DKE in einem Proof of Concept zu zeigen, wie Smart Standards für KMUs echten Mehrwert schaffen.  Wer kann teilnehmen? Start-ups, Scale-ups, Technologieanbieter, Forschungsteams sowie Tech Entwickler:innen/Tech-Consultancies – und weitere Akteur:innen mit relevantem Beitrag zur Zielerreichung. #SmartStandards #KMUs #ToolDevelopment #Smartifizierung #Normung #Microlearning

Hast du ein smartes, prädiktives Tool zur Risikoanalyse und Prävention? Die BarmeniaGothaer Group sucht innovative Lösungen, die Naturgefahren individualisiert auf die Immobilie des Kunden vorhersagen, Risiken visuell verständlich darstellen und konkrete Präventionsmöglichkeiten aufzeigen. Gesucht werden Lösungen, die innerhalb von 6–12 Monaten pilotierbar und anschlussfähig für weitere Nutzungsszenarien sind.  Wer kann teilnehmen? Start-ups, Scale-ups, Forscher:innen & Universitäten, Branchenexpert:innen, Technologieanbieter & IT-Dienstleister  #InsurTech #Risikomanagement #ClimateAdaptation #PredictiveAnalytics #Prävention #Sustainability #DataVisualization #Kundenerlebnis

Can you make hidden expertise visible? Help Steag Iqony uncover and connect internal digital competencies with an engaging, scalable solution. Show how your idea fosters knowledge sharing among employees — and gain the chance for a real-world pilot partnership!    #KnowledgeManagement #DigitalCompetencies #InternalExpertise #KnowledgeSharing #FutureOfWork

Shape IKK classic’s “insurance app of the future”—without big marketing or massive rebuilds! Cut down on phone calls, face-to-face visits, and paperwork through clever app enhancements. Let’s simplify workflows, boost engagement, improve app analytics, or deliver a “tour guide” tailored to the needs of IKK’s customers, ensuring frequent reuse.    #HealthTech  #DigitalHealth  #InnovateTogether #ShapingHealthOfTomorrow

Calling all innovators! Ready to reimagine the future of sports with technology? Samsung Solve for Tomorrow "Sport & Tech" invites you to explore how groundbreaking tech can transform sports and fitness. From AI-driven training programs and immersive VR experiences to sustainable sports equipment, the possibilities are endless. Whether you're enhancing athlete performance or revolutionizing fan engagement, this is your chance to make a real impact. Join us and be part of a global movement that will shape the future of sports! #SolveforTomorrow #SfT_Europe_2025 #TogetherForTomorrow #EnablingPeople

NORD/LB is exploring how internal & digital enterprise interaction should evolve as chat-based interfaces and AI assistants become a primary entry point to work. NORD/LB invites selected partners to contribute strategic frameworks, interaction models, or platform and technology-layer approaches to shape the future interplay of chat, bots and classical enterprise software in a regulated banking environment. Who can participate? This project is open to partners who work on enterprise interaction, experience, architecture or AI-driven systems. Different organisational sizes and maturity levels are explicitly welcome. A fully developed product is not required. #EnterpriseInteraction #BotFirst #AIinEnterprise #EnterpriseUX #RegulatedIT

Power the next generation of reliable vehicles. A leading battery manufacturer seeks a non-destructive, inline post-weld inspection that delivers fast, trustworthy pass/fail decisions at line speed. Help future-proof lead-acid batteries for functional-safety programs—and turn proven physics into a compact, production-ready solution with a clear path to pilot and scale. Who can participate? Startups, scale-ups, research labs, and industrial NDT providers with non-destructive inspection expertise (e.g., ultrasound), inline automation, and quality assurance.  Applicants must be able to validate on supplied samples and run a prototype-line pilot in the EU, with a clear path to EU Machinery Directive conformity and production integration or show when and how this will be possible in the future. #NonDestructiveTesting #InlineInspection #BatteryManufacturing #QualityAssurance #FunctionalSafety

Die SDK sucht innovative Startups und Scaleups, um gemeinsam ein ganzheitliches FemTech-Angebot für ihre weiblichen Vollversicherten zu etablieren. Ziel ist es, mit digitalen Innovationen schnell ein attraktives Pilotangebot live zu bringen, das Versicherten einen echten Mehrwert bietet.  Zeigt uns, wie eure Lösungen Frauen in mehreren Lebensphasen unterstützen können! Nutzt die Chance euer Produkt im Rahmen einer Kooperation mit einem etablierten Krankenversicherer zu skalieren.  Wer kann teilnehmen?  Alle Innovatoren an der Schnittstelle Frauen-Gesundheit & Tech; egal ob bspw. Start-ups, Scaleups oder (Technologie-)Unternehmen. #GesundheitsInnovation #FrauenGesundheit #FemTech #Ökosystem

Venture Clienting trifft Venture Capital. Die Plattform für Startups mit validierten Anwendungsfällen – aus dem Herzen Europas. Zeigt, was ihr leisten könnt: Wir suchen Startups & Scaleups mit echten Use Cases, nachgewiesener Marktrelevanz und klarer Skalierungsperspektive. Gemeinsam mit dem Land Hessen bringen wir Venture Capital und Venture Clienting zusammen – und schaffen so ein gezieltes Ökosystem aus Startups, Corporates und Investoren wie HTGF, Earlybird, Capnamic und viele weitere. #HessenInvestorSummit #StartupHessen

Du hast eine starke Lösung – wir helfen dir durch Corporate-Partnerschaften zu skalieren. Im VCI Push Track machen wir dich Venture-Client-ready: mit gezieltem Coaching, individuellem Sparring und Startup-Know-how aus über 150 Projekten. Gleichzeitig öffnen wir dir die Tür zu unserem Unternehmensnetzwerk – mit dem klaren Ziel: Pilotierung mit einem passenden Partner. #VCIPushTrack #StartupHessen #VentureClienting

Do you have an AI-driven tool that enhances communication or decision-making? Join this venture clienting challenge and bring your solution to life — with dedicated budgets and the chance to scale within a leading home solutions provider.  Who can participate? Start-ups, Scale-ups, Tech Companies and Consultancies #AIRecommendation #WhatsAppCommunication #VentureClienting

Can you rethink packaging for a world beyond plastic? Prym Consumer is searching scalable, eco-friendly packaging solutions for its sewing and knitting products that unify design, sustainability, and practicality, offering an easy packing process. Share your concept and help redefine how consumer goods are packaged for the future! Who can participate? Start-ups, Scale-ups, Researchers & Universities, Industry Experts #SustainablePackaging #CircularEconomy #MaterialInnovation #InnovateTogether #ValueAddingPackaging #ConsumerPackedGoods

Gestalte mit der EAM die Zukunft der Energieversorgung! Reiche deine Lösung in einem von zwei Schlüsselbereichen ein — KI-gestütztes Anlagenmonitoring oder automatisierte Bohrkurven-Analyse — und baue eine langfristige Kooperation mit einem der führenden regionalen Energiepartner in Deutschland auf. Wer kann teilnehmen? Startups, Scaleups und Tech-Unternehmen, die maximal 10 Jahre alt sind #VentureClienting #DigitalesAnlagenmonitoring #BohrkurvenKlassifizierung

Caritas sucht innovative Startups und Scaleups, um gemeinsam an digitalen Innovationen für mehr digital gestützte Betreuung in internationalen Pflegeverhältnissen sowie Transparenz in der Berechnung der Ausbildungsentgelte zu arbeiten. Zeigt uns, wie eure Lösungen die Digitalisierung und Prozessoptimierung bei Caritas vorantreiben können. Nutzt diese einzigartige Chance, werdet Teil des Venture Client Inkubators und skaliert euer Unternehmen mit einem der weltweit größten Wohlfahrtsverbände. Wer kann teilnehmen? Startups, Scaleups und Tech-Unternehmen, die maximal 10 Jahre alt sind #VentureClient #DigitalControlling #DigitalCare

Join MTU Aero Engines in shaping the future of energy and aviation! Submit your solution in one of three focus areas —Fast-Start Battery Systems, Climate Risk Analysis, or Pin Point Damage Mapping Solutions — and build a long-term partnership with a global aero engine technology leader.  Who can participate? Startups, Scaleups and Tech-companies, not older than 10 years  #VentureClient #ClimateRiskAnalysis #AutomizedInspection #Fast-Start Battery Systems #MTU-Innovation

Join TRUMPF in shaping the future of industrial manufacturing! Submit your solution in one of three key areas — Quality Data Platform for Production Lines, Enhanced Customer Portals, or Advanced Demand Forecasting — and build a long-term partnership with a global technology leader. Who can participate? Startups, Scaleups and Tech-Unternehmen, who are not older then 10 years #VentureClient #QualityinProduction #CustomerPortal #DemandForcasting

Collaborate with MAHLE to boost digital customer services & internal process efficiency! Submit your solution in one of three key areas — After Sales, Purchasing and Process Automation — and build a long-term partnership with a global technology leader in the automotive supplier industry.  Who can take part? Start-ups, Scale-ups and Tech-companies, not older than 10 years #VentureClient #AfterSales #AfterMarketService #DigitalMobility #Purchasing #Process Automation #WorkflowEfficiency

Scale your GreenTech solution in one of Europe’s leading energy hubs! How can your innovation in hydrogen, energy security, or industrial decarbonization drive the transition to a more sustainable future? Join EWG's GreenTech scale-Up Challenge to become part of the Market Entry Program and gain access to industry leaders, funding opportunities, and a thriving ecosystem ready to support your expansion. Who can take part? We are seeking GreenTech Scale-ups with innovative solutions in hydrogen, clean energy, and decarbonization technologies that are actively expanding into new markets and willing to establish operations in Essen. #EssenGreenTech  #HydrogenEconomy #FutureOfEnergy #InnovateTogether

Can your solution in AI, MedTech, or digital health transform how hospitals deliver and manage care? Whether it’s predictive analytics, robotic surgery, digital therapeutics, or smart hospital systems—join EWG’s Health Scale-Up Challenge and tap into their Market Entry Program, offering funding, clinical networks, and business support to expand into the German and European markets, with Essen as your launchpad.   Who can take part? This challenge is open only to scale-ups that are planning to relocate to Essen or open a branch in the region. #Health  #DigitalHealth #EssenHealth #VentureScaling #InnovateTogether #AIinHealth #E-Health

Unlock the full potential of recycled leather! Salamander produces high-quality recycled leather and seeks partners to scale its use across industries. Co-create sustainable products or develop certification & traceability systems that add value and boost market adoption. Join us to drive innovation and establish a long-term business partnership. Who can take part? Open to product innovators, sustainability experts, technology providers, and startups or scaleups. #SustainableLeather #ProductInnovation #Traceability

Die Gesundheitsversorgung steht vor großen Veränderungen. Werde Teil unserer Challenge und zeige, wie die Zukunft der Gesundheitsversorgung verantwortungsvoll gestaltet werden kann! Erforsche mit uns die ethischen Auswirkungen von digitalen Technologien wie Künstlicher Intelligenz, Gesundheits-Apps und Robotik auf die medizinische, therapeutische und pflegerische Praxis und die Gesellschaft. Deadline: 16. Februar 2025, 23:59 Uhr (CET)

Partner with Wanzl, a leader in retail solutions, to develop smart hardware solutions that tackle labor shortages and reduce operational strain in the Food & Near Food sectors. #SmartRetail #RetailAutomation #InnovateWithWanzl

Your ideas can be more than just theory! In the Deutsche Telekom IT Challenge, we are looking for innovative concepts that advance the digitalization and networking of students with Deutsche Telekom IT. #DeutscheTelekomIT #ITInnovation #FutureMakers

Drive the future with your ideas! How can you harness Hyundai's technologies and products to forge a greener, more sustainable world? Join Hyundai's Innovation Award to turn your visionary ideas into reality. #ProgressForHumanity #FutureOfMobility #HyundaiInnovationAward

Ein führendes Unternehmen im Bereich nachhaltiger Konsumgüter sucht innovative Partner, um den Einstieg in die strategische Nutzung von GenAI zu gestalten. Entwickelt KI-basierte Lösungen zur Optimierung von HR-Prozessen und Wissensmanagement, die als Grundlage für eine langfristige KI-Integration und Partnerschaft dienen können. Zeigt uns eure Expertise & Ansätze und gewinnt einen renommierten Partner, um eure Lösungen zu skalieren!

Join us in a groundbreaking innovation challenge with RWE, where you’ll develop solutions to shape biodiversity credit standards and market strategies for RWE’s onshore renewables business. #BiodiversityCredits #GreenEnergyFuture #RWEChallenge

Die AOK Hessen sucht innovative Partner, um ihre Omnikanalmanagement-Strategie und ihr operatives Omnikanal-Management auf das nächste Level zu bringen. Zeigt uns eure Ansätze und gewinnt die AOK Hessen als Partner, um eure Lösungen bei einer der größten Krankenkassen Deutschlands zu skalieren! #Omnichannel #ProcessOptimization #InsurTech