Are you running a growing startup and looking to scale your innovation? The BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Programme is now accepting proposals, offering startups the chance to collaborate with top-tier companies and expand their market reach.
BIND connects high-potential startups with established industry leaders to co-develop solutions for digital transformation challenges. The programme fosters commercial growth, startup immersion in a thriving ecosystem and real-world market validation.
Why Apply?
Startups selected for the programme gain access to:
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Proof of Concept (PoC) Development and Market Validation
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Collaboration with Over 70 Corporate Clients
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Startup Acceleration Support
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€43,000 Average Contract Value
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Introductions to Leading Industry Investors
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High-Impact Mentorship
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Cross-Vertical Networking Opportunities
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Business Workshops and Strategic Support
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Equity-Free Participation – You retain full ownership of your startup
Who Should Apply?
You’re encouraged to apply if your startup offers innovative solutions in the following areas:
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Sectors: Healthtech, Energy, Food Tech, and more
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Technologies:
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Connectivity and IoT (e.g., smart sensors, geolocation, traceability)
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Artificial Intelligence (including Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Intelligent Document Processing, Adaptive AI, and Artificial Vision)
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Immersive Tech (Augmented Reality, Mixed Reality, Virtual Reality, Digital Twins)
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How to Apply
Visit the official BIND programme page for full details and to submit your application.
Application Deadline: September 5, 2025
The BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Programme is inviting startups to submit proposals for collaboration with leading companies to enhance their market reach and assist in digital transformation. This programme provides startups with opportunities such as Proof of Concept development, partnerships with over 70 corporate clients, and startup acceleration with an average contract value of €43,000. Participants also benefit from networking with industry investors, high-impact mentorship, and an array of business workshops, while maintaining full ownership of their startup since participation is equity-free.
Startups with innovative solutions in sectors like Healthtech, Energy, and Food Tech, and those utilizing technologies such as Connectivity and IoT, Artificial Intelligence, and Immersive Tech, are encouraged to apply. Full details and application submissions can be found on the BIND programme's official page, with a deadline of September 5, 2025.
