Apply for the TECHARENA Challenge at Almedalen, June 23–25, 2026 Applications and nominations are now open. We’re looking for the most exciting Nordic and Baltic startups and scaleups to join us in Almedalen this June. Selected companies will: - Join the Entrepreneurs’ Village and live alongside other top founders - Pitch in front of investors - Get an exhibition booth in the Techarena venue - Pitch on the Arena stage as finalists - Compete for 7 category awards Almedalen is Sweden's biggest political week, taking place June 23-25 on the island of Gotland. This week gathers Swedish politicians, government representatives, and enterprises executive directors. Registration link: https://techarena.se/growth-and-innovation/challenge

EU Business Hub @ Korea Electronics Show 2026 (70,000+ visitors, 530+ exhibitors)
Topics include: AX (AI transformation), Electronic parts & materials, Advanced Mobility, Robotics, WEB 3.0/XR

· Dates: 12–16 October 2026
· Application deadline: 12 June 2026
· Who can apply: SMEs and startups

What's covered for selected companies:

· Exhibitor fee at KES
· 4 nights hotel (up to €1,000)
· 80% of booth decoration/translation/printing costs (up to €1,000)
· Business matchmaking, market intelligence briefings, interpreters on-site

More info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r7COKus5-OE

Registration HERE

Repsol is a global, multi‑energy company operating across the entire energy value chain, with a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and safety. As part of its open innovation strategy, Repsol continuously collaborates with external technology partners to accelerate the adoption of advanced solutions in industrial and energy environments. In collaboration with BAT B Accelerator Tower, the leading innovation and entrepreneurship hub in Southern Europe, Repsol is launching an Open Innovation Challenge focused on robotics and automation for the inspection, maintenance, and operation of energy assets. The challenge seeks autonomous and robotic solutions applicable to high‑value and high‑risk environments, with priority use cases including: Cleaning, inspection, and coating of atmospheric storage tanks Subsea inspection, particularly focused on welds Robotic welding of pipes and isometrics, both in workshop and on‑site environments The objective is to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability in critical operations by reducing human exposure, improving inspection quality, and increasing the automation of complex industrial tasks in real operating conditions. Registration link: https://bacceleratortower.com/en/repsol-open-innovation-challenge/

Arin Technologies is a newly established company developing advanced software solutions for the electrical sector. Created through the alliance between Arteche and Elewit (Redeia’s technology platform), Arin aims to accelerate the digitalization of electrical infrastructures, enabling smarter, more efficient, and more resilient grid operations in the context of the energy transition. In collaboration with BAT B Accelerator Tower, the leading innovation and entrepreneurship hub in Southern Europe, Arin Technologies is launching the Arin Open Innovation Challenge to engage with startups and technology-driven companies. The challenge focuses on electrical asset management, with the goal of shifting from reactive maintenance toward a proactive, lifecycle‑based approach. Arin is seeking innovative solutions applicable to critical grid assets that improve monitoring, predictive maintenance, decision‑making, operational efficiency, and the cybersecurity of digital infrastructure. Selected startups will have the opportunity to validate their solutions in real industrial environments and explore long‑term collaboration and deployment opportunities with Arin Technologies. Registration link: https://bacceleratortower.com/en/arin-open-innovation-challenge/

Elecnor is an international engineering, infrastructure, and services group with operations across Europe, the Americas, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Founded in 1958, the company has built a strong global reputation for delivering complex projects in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, telecommunications, and industrial services. Safety and health are core values at Elecnor. The prevention of workplace accidents—especially in high‑risk operational environments—has been embedded in the company’s DNA since its inception, guiding its culture, processes, and continuous improvement efforts. Elecnor is firmly committed to achieving its zero‑accident objective across all activities and geographies. In collaboration with BAT B Accelerator Tower, the innovation and entrepreneurship hub in Southern Europe, Elecnor is launching a Safety 4.0 Challenge aimed at transforming the way high‑risk operations are supervised and supported. Through this initiative, the company seeks to incorporate advanced digital technologies that enable continuous, intelligent, and real‑time monitoring and alert systems for workers in the field. The challenge focuses on advancing toward a Safety 4.0 model, where technology acts as an active support layer for workers by monitoring tasks, detecting unsafe behaviors, identifying deviations from established safety procedures, and anticipating risks before incidents occur. The ultimate goal is to leverage digital innovation to enhance decision‑making, improve on‑site safety, and protect people in demanding operational environments—turning prevention into a predictive, data‑driven capability. Elecnor aims to connect with startups and technology-driven companies capable of delivering scalable, real‑world solutions with the potential to redefine safety standards across the industry. Registration link: https://bacceleratortower.com/en/elecnor-open-innovation-challenge/

Arteche is an internationally operating industrial group specializing in solutions for the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical energy. With more than 75 years of experience, the company has become a global reference in the design and development of equipment and technologies that ensure the quality, efficiency, and reliability of electrical networks worldwide. Innovation and sustainability are fundamental pillars of Arteche’s strategy. The company follows a responsible business model focused on continuous improvement and the creation of shared value for its customers, partners, and society at large. In a context defined by the energy transition and the digital transformation of the power sector, Arteche actively drives projects that incorporate advanced technologies, enhance energy efficiency, and support decarbonization goals. In collaboration with BAT B Accelerator Tower, the most powerful innovation and entrepreneurship hub in Southern Europe, Arteche is launching this challenge to engage with startups and technology-driven companies capable of delivering a qualitative step forward in products and services that enable modern grid operation—particularly in areas such as voltage transformers and other field equipment. The objective of the challenge is to progress toward a smarter, more resilient, and self-recovering electrical distribution network: one that seamlessly integrates distributed energy resources, anticipates failures, enables fast and effective responses, and operates on robust, secure, and digital communications infrastructures. Through BAT’s international innovation ecosystem, this challenge is positioned to attract cutting-edge solutions with real-world applicability and global scalability. Registration link: https://bacceleratortower.com/en/arteche-open-innovation-challenge-2026

Altuna y Uria, a well-established Spanish construction company with over 60 years of experience, is launching an Advanced Materials Challenge for Residential Building Construction in collaboration with BAT B Accelerator Tower, the leading innovation and entrepreneurship hub in Southern Europe.

This open challenge aims to identify startups, scaleups, and technology-driven organizations capable of transforming residential construction through the development and application of advanced materials and enabling technologies that can be implemented in real, industrial construction environments.
Altuna y Uria is seeking solutions that contribute to faster construction timelines, enhanced technical and structural performance, and a reduced environmental footprint, while remaining fully compatible with industrialized construction processes and scalable for real-world deployment.

Through this collaboration, BAT B Accelerator Tower brings its strong international innovation ecosystem, connecting corporates with cutting-edge startups and technologies, and positioning the challenge within a global landscape of construction and materials innovation.

Registration link: https://bacceleratortower.com/en/2026_altunay_uria_open_innovation_challenge/

Ready to build something massive? If you’re a founder developing a science- or technology-based venture with the potential for massive scale, this is your opportunity to work with world-class mentors, serial entrepreneurs, investors, scientists, and operators who’ve built and backed industry-defining companies. CDL charges no fees and takes no equity. Companies from around the world can apply to any of CDL’s 16 locations across 10 countries. Since its launch in 2012, more than 7,500 founders representing over 4,000 ventures have participated in CDL’s mentorship program. Over 1,700 companies have graduated from CDL and generated over CAD $60B in equity value. Applications for the 2026/27 program year are now open. What You’ll Get Focused mentorship from accomplished entrepreneurs and investors Technical guidance from leading scientists and engineers Personalized 8-week objectives to sharpen your strategy and drive execution Access to CDL’s global network of founders, funders, and researchers No fees. No equity taken. Application Deadlines Applications close on July 24, 2026 at 11:59PM ET. A few programs have earlier deadlines: CDL Defence Nurture eligibility deadline: May 10, 2026 CDL Defence final deadline: June 15, 2026 CDL Quantum Bootcamp final deadline: June 21, 2026 Registration link: https://creativedestructionlab.com/application-triage/

Innovation Agency Lithuania invites Lithuanian startups to participate in the national selection for Nordic Singapore Innovation Days 2026 (NSID) – an international program designed to foster collaboration between Nordic and Singaporean innovation ecosystems and accelerate the global growth of deeptech solutions. Nordic Singapore Innovation Days is an established initiative that brings together startups, corporates, investors, and ecosystem players to develop solutions addressing sustainability and resilience challenges. In 2026, Lithuania joins the initiative for the first time, opening new opportunities for Lithuanian startups to become part of this international collaboration. The program will take place October 26–30, 2026, in Singapore. About the program NSID is a platform focused on collaboration, co-creation, and concrete business opportunities. It connects Nordic innovation with Southeast Asian market demand and enables startups to validate and scale their solutions internationally. During the program, participants will: • engage in targeted meetings with potential business partners • take part in roundtables and collaborative formats • gain insights into the Singaporean innovation and technology ecosystem • participate in SWITCH, one of the leading innovation and tech events in the region What kind of startups we are looking for The 2026 program focuses on solutions that can be applied in real-world settings across infrastructure, industry, and cities. We are looking for startups working in areas such as: • advanced materials • carbon capture and emissions reduction solutions • energy systems • construction and infrastructure technologies • synthetic biology • artificial intelligence • logistics and mobility Startups with solutions that can be tested or piloted in real environments are especially relevant. Selection process The selection will take place in two stages: 1. National selection in Lithuania Innovation Agency Lithuania will select a limited number of startups with strong potential for international collaboration and alignment with the program focus. 2. International selection and matchmaking Selected startups will be introduced to the program organizers and evaluated together with international partners based on specific business needs. A group of startups will be selected for targeted matchmaking with pre-arranged meetings, while others will join the broader delegation and gain access to the full program and ecosystem. What selected startups gain • curated, pre-arranged meetings with potential partners and clients • access to the Asia-Pacific market and innovation ecosystem • exposure to concrete business cases • opportunities for pilot projects and real-world validation • connections with investors and ecosystem stakeholders Requirements • scalable, technology-driven solution • working product (MVP or beyond) • clear application in business or public sector • readiness to collaborate with international partners • ambition to scale globally Participation conditions Participation in the program is free of charge. Travel and accommodation costs are to be covered by participants. Startups may apply separately for travel cost reimbursement through Innovation Agency Lithuania funding programmes (subject to eligibility and a separate application process). Please follow updates on their and Startup Lithuania’s channels. We invite Lithuanian startups that are ready to engage with global partners and expand into international markets to take part in the national selection. Register here. For questions, please contact: [email protected]