EIT Manufacturing launches the “BoostUp! South East 2023” call and competition aiming at selecting and supporting early-stage and mature startups from the South East region of Europe (namely Albania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Moldova, North Macedonia, Romania, and Türkiye) willing to internationalize and scale up their business in Europe.
The call consists two phases:
Finalist applicants shortlisted from the 1st phase, will receive a “growth package” service support of up to four months duration that is offered by the Business Creation team of EIT Manufacturing.
The top 3 winning applicants selected during the 2nd phase, will receive a “prize award” to support their go-to-European-market strategy.
First prize: 7,500 EUR
Second prize: 5,000 EUR
Third prize: 2,500 EUR
Focus areas of the Call:
In particular, submissions need to fit one of the following EIT Manufacturing focus areas as well as the following manufacturing technology domains:
- Simulation & Advanced Engineering Tools
- Virtual/ Augmented Reality based solutions for industrial applications
- Logistics Technologies
- Advanced Additive Manufacturing solutions
- Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
- Industrial Robotics
- Connectivity and Internet of Things (IoT) Infrastructure
- Advanced Sensors (Industrial IoT) & Drones, Industrial Cybersecurity
- Data analytics/ Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twins
- Environmental and Social Sustainability
Who can apply?
The applying startup must be registered in one of Albania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Moldova, North Macedonia, Romania, and Türkiye;
Please refer to the Terms and Regulations document of the call for the detailed information.
Application Deadline:
The applications will be received until the end of the day on 16th of October, 23:59 EEST
For application and more information regarding the call, please follow the call website.