UK Tech Accelerator - Stuttgart

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Supercharge your entry into the German market as part of a new UK Tech Accelerator

The Department for Business and Trade is inviting applications from UK technology companies looking to grow their business in Germany.

Six businesses will be selected to join the new accelerator and participate in an intensive five-month exchange based out of Code_­­N, a German government-backed future industries hub.

Successful applicants will get:

  • office space in the accelerator
  • access to Code_N ecosystem and hub network
  • corporate and venture capital introductions and on-site visits
  • access to support packages with key stakeholders
  • a place on the accelerator mentoring programme
  • pitching opportunities
  • guidance on establishing an entity in Germany

This is a unique opportunity for businesses to supercharge their entry into the German market and establish a corporate network in Stuttgart, the capital city of Germany's largest exporting state, Baden-Wuerttemberg.

Eligibility

This opportunity is open to businesses that:

  • are headquartered in the UK
  • have an exciting emerging tech solution (ideally in AI, cyber, quantum, IoT, digital transformation)
  • are ready to sell its service and product
  • already have market entry in Germany or significant development plans in this area

An existing customer base in Germany and some German language skills are desirable.

The deadline for applications is 1 March 2024.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to pitch for their place on the accelerator in front of a senior jury on 25 March 2024.

Find out more about this UK Tech Accelerator – Stuttgart.

First published 15 February 2024