BPD Start-up Challenge 2026

About

A competition designed for startups focusing on innovative technologies and solutions in battery manufacturing, offering finalists the chance to present their ideas to industry experts and network with key players in the sector.

Benefits

• 🎤Live Pitch Opportunity
  Finalists will present their solutions through live pitches at the event
• 🌐Industry Networking
  Access to an expert audience from the battery industry, manufacturing, and applied research
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Networking opportunities with over 250 participants and more than 15 hours of sessions.

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups must be developing technologies and solutions for future battery manufacturing
• Applications must include an online form and a pitch deck
• Open to young companies in the battery production sector.

Participation Commitments

• Finalists must present their solutions live on stage
• Participation in the exhibition area is encouraged
• Attendance at the event on October 20-21, 2026, in Aachen is required.

Target Region

Global

Target Sector

Battery Production