This September, Carve Startup Labs, supported by City of Düsseldorf, office of Economic Development – Government of Düsseldorf, NRW Global Business, invites Indian startups to apply for the official startup delegation to Startup Week Düsseldorf 2025 — Germany’s largest celebration of entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology.

As part of this week-long ecosystem immersion, selected startups will get the exclusive opportunity to exhibit at FutureTechFest — the flagship innovation expo and highlight event of Startup Week Düsseldorf.

Held in the heart of Düsseldorf, FutureTechFest brings together global startups, investors, corporates, and policymakers from Asia and Europe to drive cross-border collaboration and shape the future of tech.

📅 Dates: September 8–12, 2025

📍 Location: Düsseldorf, Germany

🚀 FutureTechFest is Germany’s premier B2B Startup Expo & Conference — attracting over 5,000 participants and offering one of Europe’s most dynamic platforms for innovation and international expansion.

The 2025 edition will feature:

✅ 300+ exhibiting startups from across Europe and Asia

✅ 120+ international investors and venture capitalists

✅ 90+ global speakers across 6 curated stages

✅ 10,000+ sqm of expo space, live pitches, and B2B networking

Who can apply?

Startups in the sectors of Artificial Intelligence, Industry 4.0 / Advanced Manufacturing, Sustainability and Green Tech, Digital Health / Life Sciences, Mobility and Smart Cities, Cybersecurity, Creative Tech / Gaming

Agenda at a Glance:

September 8: Arrival in Düsseldorf

September 9: Day sessions at Startup Week Düsseldorf, followed by an exclusive evening reception with international startups, investors, ecosystem leaders, and city officials.

September 10: Market Entry Day – workshops on Germany business setup, legal/compliance, expert panels, startup case studies, site visit to innovation hub and networking events

September 11: Future Tech Fest – startup exhibitions, investor & corporate pitching, curated B2B meetings, ecosystem tours, networking dinners

September 12: Optional ecosystem day or cultural tour, return travel or extended stay

💼 What Awaits Selected Startups?

✅ Be part of the Indian delegation to Startup Week Düsseldorf

✅ Exhibit at FutureTechFest with a dedicated Startup Pod

✅ Pitch to global investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders

✅ Curated B2B meetings with government bodies, accelerators & VCs

✅ Market access insights and ecosystem briefings

✅ Visits to top innovation hubs and startup spaces in Düsseldorf

✅ 6-month post-program support for scaling and follow-ups

🌐 Why Carve Startup Labs?

Carve Startup Labs is closely associated with partners across 20+ countries, supporting startups in exploring international opportunities. Joining this delegation connects you to a wider network, with potential access to future programs and markets beyond Germany.

⏳ Limited seats available. Submit your application at the earliest by filling in the details below.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

*** The shortlisting process aligns with market demand, and selected startups will need to pay a delegation fee (excluding visa, air tickets, and accommodation). We will arrange all your end to end meetings and allow you to focus on forging impactful connections.