In Germany’s core, a specialized program is reopening to global entrepreneurs, now concentrating more on IT hardware. The Stuttgart Region’s Startup Welcome Package provides an exceptional entry for startups and young tech firms seeking to engage with one of Europe’s leading innovation ecosystems. For its 9th cohort, the program focuses on semiconductors, microchips, sensors, cognitive robotics, quantum technology, and related IT hardware areas.
**Programme Overview**
The Startup Welcome Package is a segment of the Stuttgart Region’s global marketing campaign, Hi Tech!, which markets the region as a prime destination for technology professionals and entrepreneurs worldwide.
The program unfolds in two phases: initially, participants join a five-week online course focused on market discovery and validation, followed by an in-person immersion in the Stuttgart Region, granting startups access to regional networks, potential collaborators, and the expansive innovation ecosystem.
**Batch #9 Timeline**
– **Online programme:** Starts 9 September 2025
Includes weekly 1.5-hour peer sessions and 1.5 hours of independent work
– **On-site phase:** 10 to 19 November 2025
Organized by the Stuttgart Region Economic Development Corporation with operational help from Pioniergeist.
**Focus and Eligibility**
Batch #9 is aimed at early-stage tech companies in the IT hardware field. Areas of interest include:
– Semiconductors and microchips
– Sensors
– Cognitive robotics
– Quantum technology
– Other areas tied to IT hardware development
Applicants must already have initial clients in their home country. Selected participants get flight, accommodation, and coaching support for one team member, covering both online and on-site program stages.
**Global Reach and Proven Impact**
Launched in 2022, the Startup Welcome Package has hosted over 40 startups from Europe, the Americas, and Asia. These companies have utilized the opportunity to explore the German market, connect with local players, and enhance their international strategies.
Bruno Eisinger, Infinite Foundry Co-founder, stated: “The program offered invaluable insights into the Stuttgart market and introduced me to a wide range of open-minded individuals eager to advance technology in their businesses. Connecting with small and medium-sized firms that are relatively unknown in Brazil but align perfectly with our business was extremely valuable.”
Eymard from Melvin also noted: “Being physically present and interacting with others (both Germans and foreigners) along with understanding the nuances of doing business in Germany was crucial to our internationalization efforts.”
More Information: The Stuttgart Region hosts industrial giants like Bosch, Porsche, and Daimler and continues to foster innovation through a vibrant ecosystem of startups, corporates, and research entities. For IT hardware startups aiming to enter the European market, this program offers a unique chance to acquire market insights, build connections, and explore potential partnerships in a region renowned for precision engineering and technical excellence.
To apply and find out more about the Startup Welcome Package, visit the official website!