German Accelerator

Expanding into any new market can be challenging, but some may be more than others. Countries like Japan have unique cultural quirks to understand and language barriers to overcome, causing some businesses to hesitate to explore the market. We spoke to the startups from our most recent Japan Market Discovery cohort to hear what they had to say about their recent experience in Japan with us. If you're interested in experiencing Japan for yourself, find out more and apply for the next cohort here https://lnkd.in/gSGQjdvy Application deadline: 30 August 2024 PL BioScience GmbH | POROUS | Sciospec Scientific Instruments GmbH | uVida DYNOSTICS | xemX | Jungsoo Park | Julia Eschenbrenner | Jonas Massmann | Sebastian Wegner | Benjamin Said | Lars Banko | Sven Maihöfer

📣 Introducing the incoming cohort of our U.S. Market Access program! We’re excited to welcome these 10 incredible startups to German Accelerator: Blockhütte GmbH | BURNHARD | EcoG | Honeysales | Mango Medical | Miss Moneypenny Technologies | ninepoint GmbH | QuantumDiamonds | uVida DYNOSTICS | Workist Disrupting areas from sales tech, healthcare, and infrastructure to BBQs and lunch boxes, we can’t wait to support these startups bring their innovative solutions to the U.S. 🇺🇸 As they embark on their journey, they'll land in the heart of Silicon Valley next week for an action-packed immersion week, where they'll connect with fellow founders and the local ecosystem. Stay tuned for updates, success stories, and behind-the-scenes adventures of our amazing new cohort! #GoFarGrowFast #USmarket #internationalexpansion #siliconvalley

🌟 Discover the Future of Climate Tech in South America! We're thrilled to spotlight the immense opportunities for German startups in the climate tech sector across South America. As highlighted by Andres Labbe, an expert from our network, the region is ripe for innovation in renewable hydrogen production, sustainable mining practices, and more. Why South America? 🇨🇱 With countries like Chile leading the way in copper and lithium production, the potential for sustainable solutions is vast. This is your chance to make a significant impact and drive global sustainability efforts. ⏳ Don't miss out! The deadline to apply for the South America Market Discovery program is July 22. Join us to explore, innovate, and succeed in one of the world's most dynamic and promising markets. 📅 Apply now and be part of the climate tech revolution: https://lnkd.in/dPpKPdRb #ClimateTech #Innovation #Sustainability #GermanStartups #SouthAmerica #RenewableEnergy #StartupGrowth #Decarbonization

Congratulations COMPREDICT! We are thrilled to share the incredible news that one of our South Korea Market Discovery Alumnus, COMPREDICT has successfully raised US$15million in their Series B funding. What a testament to their innovation and dedication! COMPREDICT is a German automotive startup that uses artificial intelligence to predict failures of automotive components, optimizing the vehicle maintenance and development process. We’re proud to have been part of their journey and can’t wait to see what they achieve next! #GoFarGrowFast

🇮🇳India’s manufacturing market is poised to reach $1 trillion by 2025-26📈. According to a recent report, India’s automobile, electronics, and textile sectors have seen a surge in investment, driving the growth of the manufacturing sector. This growth is attributed to increased spending on innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation, which provide a competitive edge for these companies on the global stage. Hear from Bharat Jakati, India’s Growth Lead for intelligent fluids, on what makes India an attractive market for innovative and sustainable solutions. Intelligent Fluids enable manufacturing companies to achieve cleaner, faster, and greener operations with high-performance, eco-friendly cleaning agents. Join our upcoming India Market Discovery program to explore the Indian business landscape for your products and connect with potential customers. Secure your spot today! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gk5U5sQY Shivi Jain | Harie Naarayanan | Akhil Madav | Sreelakshmi Ajith

🇰🇷 South Korea is a hidden gem for startups, waiting to be discovered and offering a wealth of opportunities and support for innovation. With continuous and increasing support from the Korean government and leading corporates, the country has been ramping up its efforts to attract foreign startups. In addition, the strong bilateral relations between South Korea and Germany are paving the way for a fruitful exchange of ideas and innovation.🤝🏻 We are honored by the shoutout from Dr. Anna Christmann, and ongoing support the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. Thank you for supporting German startups to thrive in Germany and beyond through German Accelerator. 🚀 Want to discover South Korea and be part of the ecosystem? Join us for the upcoming South Korea Market Discovery program here: https://lnkd.in/gDzt8H6H

📣 Save the date! Startup Pitch Night in Silicon Valley will be back at HanaHaus on July 17! Get ready for a spectacular night of pitches from 11 top German startups in the heart of Palo Alto. Hear about the latest innovations from Germany in areas covering AI, consumer goods, digital health, fintech, SaaS, and sustainable energy and immerse yourself into the local ecosystem. Check out the lineup of the German Accelerator companies that'll be rocking the stage: Ariadne | FlowShare | hema.to GmbH | Imprintec GmbH | INERATEC | Innoloft | Leverest | Mindfuel | This Place | VesselSens | Wellcosan Come for the exciting pitches. Stay for the networking with the founders, fellow movers and shakers, investors, and industry leaders in Palo Alto. To secure your spot, please sign up via: https://lnkd.in/eyatXhhX #startupnight #pitchnight #scaleglobally #startups

Climate Challenges in South America: A Call to Action for German Startups: South America faces unique climate challenges that require innovative solutions. Here’s why your climate tech startup should consider expanding to this dynamic region: 💧 High Impact Areas: Address water scarcity, glacial melt, and urban flooding with cutting-edge technologies tailored to diverse climate conditions. 🔋 Renewable Energy Potential: Harness abundant solar, wind, and green hydrogen resources across varied ecosystems. 🤝 Collaborative Innovation: Work with research institutions, NGOs, and local innovators to create impactful climate solutions. 📈 Growing Demand: Increasing awareness and urgency around climate issues drive demand for sustainable solutions in agriculture, energy, and urban development. Join the South America Market Discovery program to gain insights, resources, and partnerships to drive change. Be part of the solution to pressing climate challenges. 📅 Deadline to apply: July 22 🔗 Apply Here: https://lnkd.in/dPs72tgD #ClimateTech #Startups #Innovation #SouthAmerica #GermanAccelerator

Last week we connected with key stakeholders from Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay in Germany. It was an exciting and enriching experience to welcome three South American countries, all within just one week, and build strong connections. 🇨🇱 We had the pleasure of witnessing the first visit of Chile’s president H.E. Gabriel Boric to Munich. He was accompanied by an esteemed delegation of government officials and impressive entrepreneurs from Chile and Germany, including COLIPI, Flix, Global66, Hydrogenious LOHC, NeoSensing, Berking Biotechnology and Strong by Form. 🇦🇷 In Berlin, Dr. Stefan Drews, representative of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action and project manager for German Accelerator, welcomed Diana Mondino and Fernando Brun during Argentinian President Milei's visit to Germany. President Milei and Diana Mondino also met with Chancellor Olaf Scholz in a meeting that emphasized the importance of collaboration in areas such as AI, the knowledge economy, and technological innovation. We also caught up with Tomas Villalba and the team at the Embassy of Argentina in Berlin to learn about Globant’s new hub in the city, led by Sophie Lelarge. 🇺🇾 Beyond that, German Accelerator and Dr. Stefan Drews were thrilled to host Sabrina Sauksteliskis and Ines Bonicelli from the Uruguay Innovation Hub. This initiative is key in strengthening Uruguay’s biotech, deep tech, and climate tech scene and expanding its international network, including a strategic partnership with German Accelerator for South America. We look forward to further strengthening the ties between Germany and our partner countries in South America. Applications are now open for German startups to join us and explore these thriving hubs! #InternationalCollaboration #GermanAccelerator #SouthAmerica #TechInnovation #Germany

A recap on the incredible week our startups spent in South Korea, fully immersing ourselves in the vibrant and dynamic culture! 🇰🇷 From insightful meetings with the local network to exploring innovative tech hubs, their journey was inspiring and fruitful. We delved deep into understanding the unique market dynamics, and how to foster meaningful connections, and gained invaluable insights into the market. Our startups are returning home with a wealth of knowledge and a greater understanding of their position for cross-border expansion.🚀🤝 Interested in South Korea? Apply for our next South Korea Market Discovery program here https://lnkd.in/gDzt8H6H apoQlar medical | Lanora Brustkissen | MAGNWALL | Semanux | SE3 Labs | uVida DYNOSTICS | Yannick Wahler | Benjamin Said | Florian Lerch | Timothy Davis | Christoph Bonik | Marta Allina | Ji-hyun Park | Anton Scholz