EBK Start-up Challenge 2026

About

The EBK Start-up Challenge 2026 offers hardware startups with a working prototype the opportunity to transform their product into a market-ready solution through six months of free production support, expert guidance, and access to a collaborative workspace in Berlin.

Benefits

• 🏭Free production access — Six months of free production power at EBK Krüger in Berlin
• 🤝Expert support — Access to experts in production, business development, and data analytics
• 🏢Co-working space — On-site office workspace in Berlin Adlershof
• 🌐Network access — Visibility in a strong innovation environment
• 💰No fees — No participation fee or surrender of company shares

Eligibility Criteria

• Startups with a working prototype or proof of concept
• Startups with a clear vision and real market need
• Startups in the process of being founded or newly founded
• Startups located in Berlin during the funding period
• Focus on hardware, IoT, sensors, robotics, automation, or similar areas

Participation Commitments

• 🗓️ Six-month challenge phase — Participants must engage for the full duration
• 📅 Pitch Day — Selected startups must present on Pitch Day at EBK Berlin-Adlershof

Target Region

Berlin, Germany

Target Sector

Hardware, IoT, sensors, robotics, automation