BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Program 2026

Applications are invited for BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Program 2026. It connects startups and teams with well-established companies for provision of solutions for their internal digital transformation challenges.

BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Program 2026 Details

BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Program helps in development of commercial skills and catalyzes new business opportunities. Zero-equity approach to investing and active acceleration allows startups to maintain ownership and get reference customers for implementing solutions in real environments.

Timeline for the Current Edition

Call for Applications: July 3 – September 4, 2026

Application Shortlisting: September 4 – October 2, 2026

Startup Pitches: October 20 – 22, 2026

Partner Negotiations: November 11, 2026 – April 5, 2027

Immersion Programme: April – July 1, 2027

BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Program Benefits

Startup Acceleration
POC, Market Validation
Introduction with Industry Investor
High Impact Mentoring and Network Immersion
Retaining Ownership without Equity Taken
Key Business Workshops

Eligibility

You can Apply if you have developed any technologies listed below or solutions that address these challenges.

Additive Manufacturing: Metallic and plastic additive manufacturing
Artificial Intelligence: Artificial vision, machine learning, adaptive AI, NLP, IDPs…
Big Data: Advanced analytics, advanced graphics representation…
Computing: Edge and quantum, cloud solutions, virtual and physical servers…
Connectivity and IoT: Smart sensors, geolocation and traceability…
Cybersecurity: Digital immune systems, securitization of industrial assets…
Energy Tech: Hydrogen technologies, smart grids, cleantech…

Immersive Technologies: Augmented reality, mixed reality, virtual reality, digital twin
Robotics and Electronics: Collaborative robotics, exoskeletons, power electronics, nanotechnology…
Software: Content management platforms, document management systems…
Sustainability and Circular Economy: Recycling, renewable energy, sustainable materials…
Other disruptive technologies