WELCOME TO EUROPE’S LARGEST ACCELERATION PROGRAMME FOR CLEAN MOBILITY STARTUPS!
Applications for the 7th edition from 14.4.2026 to 13.6.2026
WHY APPLY?
Access to the main acceleration and investment programme, for European mobility TOP 10 startups. Benefit from:
VISIBILITY
Boost your visibility and international recognition with our prestigious winner label, an Award Ceremony (hundreds of thousands of views in our last editions), media coverage and more!
INVESTMENT
Access a one-stop-shop for multiple financing opportunities with institutional, private investors, VCs and CVCs
BUSINESS CONSULTANCY AND MENTORING
Top 10 startups will join a dedicated acceleration and incubation programme delivered by the TUM Venture Labs through full active membership in the TUM Venture Lab Mobility.
PARTNERSHIP
Fast track to multinational companies’ open innovation departments
ADVOCACY
Present ideas to EU leaders on how to better support European startups in clean mobility.
Hear it from them
Maroš Šefčovič
HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco
Teresa Czerwińska
Younous Omarjee
Nicolas Manuelli
Solveig Honoré Hatton
Vanessa Govi
Jehan de Thé
Eloy Flipo
Giorgio Travaini
Guy Hudson
Przemek Ben Paczek
Karima Deli
David Schwarz
Ana Almeida Simões
Damien Garot
Danielle Walsh
Mikko Ampuja
7th EDITION SPECIAL PRIZES
In addition to our Top 10 winning startups, we will award 8 special category awards, each in collaboration with one of this edition’s partners:
Scale-ups
Your solution
is at the forefront of reducing carbon emissions in the mobility sector, whether through low-emission vehicles, energy-efficient infrastructure, sustainable logistics, or other pioneering approaches. This prize recognizes startups that have transitioned from initial stages to significant growth, demonstrating impactful solutions for cleaner mobility. The award highlights the EIB’s commitment to fostering innovative projects that contribute to Europe’s climate goals and advance the green transition in transportation.
Your Prize
Will be awarded by one of the leadership of the the European Investment Bank and the European Innovation Council, offering increased visibility, strategic connections, and access. More on the specific programme will be shared soon.
Future mobility
Your solution
Builds clean, resilient and future-ready transport infrastructure, supporting the decarbonisation of mobility through smart, digital and robust systems.
Your Prize
Will be awarded by the French Minister for Transport during the Award Ceremony in Luxembourg in October 2026. The winning startup will be invited to Paris to present its solution to the Ministry, with potential opportunities for deployment in France and high-level visibility within the European mobility ecosystem.
River Mobility
Your solution
Contributes to a more sustainable future of inland waterways transportation by innovating in the fields of decarbonation, digitization, charging, green engines, logistics, autonomous boats and solutions that speed up the modal shift to blue sustainable mobility alternatives.
Your Prize
Will be awarded by Cécile Avezard, CEO at VNF. In addition to meeting with experts, VNF will offer visibility (exhibition during key professional events), and POC opportunities (with funding up to €500K through the PAMI).
Rail Mobility
Your solution
Contributes to the digitalisation and sustainability of the passenger and/or freight rail sector. Your startup ties in with at least one of Europe’s Rail Flagship Areas, namely: Network management planning and control & Mobility Management in a multimodal environment; Digital & Automated up to Autonomous Train Operations; Intelligent and integrated asset management; A sustainable and green rail system; Sustainable Competitive Digital Green Rail Freight Services; Regional Rail Services / Innovative rail services to revitalise capillary lines; Innovation on new approaches for guided transport modes.
Your Prize
Will be awarded by Giorgio Travaini, Executive Director of Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking. The awarded startup will gain visibility within Europe’s Rail broad network and will be invited to showcase their product/innovation at relevant occasions.
Female Entrepreneur
Your solution
Was initiated, founded, or led by a female leader who is still bringing it forward today. It’s time we showcase feminine leadership and role models!
Your Prize
Your Prize will be awarded to you by Tillly Metz, Member of the European Parliament during the Award Ceremony in Luxembourg in October 2026. The winner will also be invited to present their technology in the European Parliament.
Academic Venture
Your solution
Was founded or co-founded by a researcher, doctoral candidate, postdoctoral researcher, or faculty member of a university or public research institution, whose core technology or business model derives directly from research conducted within an academic setting (e.g., university chair, laboratory, or affiliated research group, in a technical or engineering domain). The venture must operate as an independent legal entity, regardless of any licensing or collaboration agreements still in place with the originating institution.
Your Prize
Will be awarded to by TUM Venture Labs during the Award Ceremony in Luxembouerg in October. You will be granted full membership to TUM Venture Labs, including priority access to its exceptional investor network, as well as a place in the acceleration program offered by TUM Venture Lab Mobility.
Carbon Super-Saver
Your solution
Clearly demonstrates a strong climate impact through CO₂ avoidance or removal.
Your Prize
Will be awarded to you by the leadership of the European Climate Foundation during the Award Ceremony in Luxembourg in October 2026.
Maritime Mobility
Your solution
Aims to reduce the environmental impact of maritime activities while promoting sustainable, efficient, and connected maritime transport systems. Startups competing for this award will be those developing cutting-edge technologies such as smart ports, which integrate IoT and AI to optimize port operations, to enhance cargo management, automate docking procedures, enable real-time monitoring of vessels, and promote green port initiatives. Additionally, innovations focused on alternative propulsion technologies for ships, such as hydrogen, wind-assisted propulsion, or electric vessels, are also encouraged.
Your Prize
Will be awarded on behalf of HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco at the Closing Ceremony. The winner will also be invited to present its solution to the government of Monaco (for potential business collaboration) and to the Prince Albert II Foundation (for potential investment).
ELIGIBILITY
EU countriesAustria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden |
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Horizon Europe associated countries (past, present, and transitional arrangements)Albania, Armenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Faroe Islands, Georgia, Iceland, Israel, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Morocco, New Zealand, Norway, Serbia, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom |
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7th EDITION TIMELINE
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EUROPEAN PARTNERS
ECOSYSTEM PARTNERS
Media and Ceremony Partners
From applicants to winners
The EUSP has one goal, accelerate the international expansion of the best European mobility startups!
Based on a very selective evaluation process with the best mobility experts:
- The TOP 30 will benefit from visibility and access to a private Demo Day with EU institutions 50+ European VCs and CVCs.
- The TOP 10 startups will be supported by our team, and benefit from an acceleration programme, powered by TUM Venture Labs.
- In addition to the EUSP acceleration and investment program, our Special Prizes can offer access to expertise, POCs, visibility through events, and funding opportunities.
6th edition highlights
Meet the winners of the 6th edition
The Award Ceremony of the 6th edition of the European Startup Prize for Mobility took place in Rzeszów, Poland,
as an official partner event of the European Commission’s EU Industry Days and under the patronage
of the Polish Presidency of the EU.