Applications open for Nexus Luxembourg Startups & Scaleups Awards

240 startups and scaleups. 12 technology categories. One international stage. Applications are open until 16 November 2026.

30/10/2026

Open call

The Nexus Luxembourg Startups & Scaleups Awards are back for their fourth edition, taking place on 9-10 March 2027 at Luxexpo The Box, Luxembourg.

Under the theme “Building AI, Sovereignty & Growth”, Nexus Luxembourg 2027 will bring together entrepreneurs, investors, corporate decision-makers, technology leaders and policymakers to explore the innovations shaping Europe’s future.

At the heart of the event, the Startups & Scaleups Awards will showcase 240 promising companies from Luxembourg, Europe and beyond, offering them a platform to present their innovations, connect with key industry players and accelerate their international growth.

A launchpad for ambitious startups and scaleups

The Startups & Scaleups Awards are designed to give emerging technology companies more than just visibility.

• Free exhibition space: A dedicated space in the Launchpad Arena throughout both days of Nexus Luxembourg 2027.

• On-stage pitching opportunity: A 3-minute pitch to present their solution before a jury of investors, industry experts and decision-makers.

• International exposure: Opportunities to connect with investors, corporate representatives, potential customers and innovation ecosystem leaders.

• Access to the Nexus Luxembourg ecosystem: Networking opportunities with international participants and potential business partners.

• A Grand Prize worth over €125,000: Including €25,000 in cash and €100,000 in in-kind support to accelerate the winning company’s development.

Whether developing a breakthrough technology, transforming an established industry or addressing a major societal challenge, selected startups and scaleups will have the opportunity to showcase their potential on an international stage.

12 categories reflecting Europe’s technology priorities

The 2027 competition covers 12 technology categories:

RegTech & LegTech - Regulatory compliance, legal innovation and automation.
FinTech & InsurTech - Financial services, payments, banking and insurance technologies.
Cybersecurity & Data Sovereignty - Digital security, critical infrastructure protection and data sovereignty.
Digital Society & GovTech - Public-sector digitalisation, digital identity and citizen services.
Enterprise AI & Workflow Automation - AI-powered business applications and intelligent automation.
SpaceTech - Space technologies, satellite applications and related innovations.
Industrial AI & Smart Logistics - Intelligent manufacturing, industrial automation and supply chain innovation. 1 NEXUS LUXEMBOURG 2027 | STARTUPS & SCALEUPS AWARDS
Smart Mobility - Connected, intelligent and sustainable mobility solutions.
GreenTech & ClimateTech - Clean technologies, energy transition and climate innovation.
Digital Health & Platforms - Digital healthcare solutions and health technology platforms.
Clinical & MedTech Innovation - Medical devices, clinical technologies and healthcare innovation.
EdTech & Future of Work - Education technologies, skills development and workplace transformation.

With up to 20 startups and scaleups selected per category, the Awards aim to bring together a diverse range of innovative companies addressing some of Europe’s most pressing technological, economic and societal challenges.