Budget
Startups selected to participate in the programme will be able to do so free of charge (the overall programme value is estimated at 10 000 Euro per startup). Travel and accommodation reimbursement is offered by EIT Global Outreach for the first in-person session that will take place in a European capital, up to the amount of €1,000 per startup, subject to signing a financial support agreement with EIT Global Outreach.
Key dates and deadline
1 May 2025 Applications Open 12 June 2025 PROGRAMME EXCLUSIVE LAUNCH EVENT: VIVA TECH PARIS SIDE EVENT 7 July 2025 APPLICATION closes 7 July - 31 July 2025 SCREENING PROCESS: INTERVIEWS AND IN-DEPTH EVALUATION 1 August 2025 announcement of SELECTED STARTUPS September 2025 Q2SCALE in-person PoC Design lab September – November 2025 Q2SCALE Bootcamp November 2025 Q2SCALE in-person final event
Details
What we offer Real-world validation: Get the opportunity to validate your technology in an industry setting to attract interest and fast-track entry into global markets. Streamlined PoC Processes: Equip yourself with the tools and expertise needed to efficiently conduct PoCs with corporations. Ensure a fast-track approach by bypassing red tape and iterating quickly to meet industry needs. Exposure to global industry leaders: Forge connections with global industry leaders, unlocking collaboration opportunities. Open doors to potential partnerships and collaborations by networking with global influential industry figures. Access to expert mentorship: Connect with experienced global mentors and technological experts who provide tailored guidance to navigate the complexities of innovation around the world. Continual opportunities for collaboration and connection: Encounter ongoing opportunities for collaboration and connection, ensuring lasting relationships beyond the programme's conclusion. Global market insights: Gain targeted insights from leading international players into pressing trends in the global market.
Eligibility
The call is open to startups founders resident of the EU or legally registered in one of the countries associated with Horizon EuropeI, who have a solution in the Automotive, Energy, Supply Chain or Sustainability fields and a working product that is ready for beta testing and release and are seeking to enter a new market in Europe or beyond.
Additional information
The programme has a wide array of mentors and experts available to support participating startups based on your needs. The process will be structured as follows: 1:1 meeting with the domain expert team to support your scaling process and provide resources to help execute your plan. These meetings will result in introductions to specific experts, advisers, and mentors on an as-needed basis. On-demand access to our pre-vetted pool of mentors and industry experts. The Bootcamp team will make the first introduction, and after the acquaintance takes place, the startups can take it from there.
How to apply?
https://go-eit.eu/q2scale/