INNOVATE-EU launches training program to empower deeptech startups across Europe
A new international acceleration program – INNOVATE-EU has officially launched, aiming to bridge the innovation gap between Europe’s leading and emerging regions. Funded by the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA), INNOVATE-EU supports deeptech startups in Greentech, Agrifood, ICT, and Medtech to scale their innovations and connect with key actors in Europe’s dynamic innovation ecosystems.
🚀 What is INNOVATE-EU?
INNOVATE-EU is a two-year EU-funded initiative that brings together eight partners from five countries – Germany, Romania, Spain, Latvia, and Lithuania – to strengthen regional innovation capacity and build a pan-European startup support community.
📚 The Offer: Acceleration for deeptech startups
Between October and December 2025, following with 2nd round of program in 2026 INNOVATE-EU will deliver a series of specialized training modules and events designed to fast-track startup growth:
- Accelerate (🇩🇪Germany) ↖️ About program & apply here
- Play Class: Business Model Canvas (🇩🇪Germany) ↖️ About program & apply here
- RAISE VC Masterclass (🇩🇪Germany) ↖️ About program & apply here
- Medtech Accelerator MVP ready (🇷🇴Romania) About program & Pre-register here
- Medtech Accelerator pre MVP (🇷🇴Romania) About program & Pre-register here
- Agrifood Accelerator (🇱🇹Lithuania) About program & apply here
- One-on-one mentorship (🇪🇸🇩🇪🇷🇴🇱🇻🇱🇹Spain, Germany, Romania, Latvia, Lithuania). Apply with your problem via
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The modules are tailored to startups in key sectors and regions, combining online and on-site formats with opportunities for travel cost reimbursement.
🚀 Who Can Apply?
Startups and scaleups of:
- ✅ Greentech
- ✅ ICT
- ✅ Agrifood
- ✅ Health / Medtech
Priority is given to applicants from Latvia, Lithuania, Northeast Romania, Spain (Aragon), and Germany (Baden-Württemberg). However, startups from all EU regions are welcome.
Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. Each module has its own application link and timeline, so interested startups should apply early.
🔗 Why It Matters
Europe’s innovation landscape suffers from fragmentation, often leaving startups in moderate or emerging innovator regions without the support they need to scale. INNOVATE-EU tackles this head-on by:
- Building cross-border connections
- Providing hands-on support and training
- Giving startups access to investors and pilot customers
- Creating an inclusive European startup community
📣 Join Us!
Are you a deeptech startup ready to scale across Europe?
💡 Learn more and apply: www.innovateeu.eu
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