Deep Tech Startup Pitch Competition
Showcase your deep tech startup at Deep Tech Atelier 2026 – the largest deep tech conference in the Baltics!
Applications Open: 10 March – 6 April 2026
Join the Deep Tech Startup Pitch Competition 2026 and pitch live to international investors, corporations and innovation leaders. Gain visibility, funding opportunities and strategic partnerships.
14–15 May 2026 | Fantadroms, Riga, Latvia
In-person | English
Connect with key industry players, attract investment and unlock new business opportunities.
Who can apply?
Startup Pitch Competition is aimed at early-stage deep tech startups worldwide across all deep tech industries – including defence, medtech, AI, ICT, biotech, materials science, energy and others.
DTA Pitch 26 Terms and Conditions
Startup Pitch Competition is aimed at early-stage deep tech startups worldwide across all deep tech industries – including defence, medtech, AI, ICT, biotech, materials science, energy and others.
Deep tech – intellectual property-rich science or engineering behind the startup
Early stage – pre-revenue or early revenue stage
Balanced team – the team includes both scientist(s) and entrepreneur(s)
Technology readiness – lab-scale prototype completed, minimum TRL 4 (TRL 3 for AI startups)
Scalability – strong potential for growth and international expansion
Legal entity is not mandatory
Start-up Pitch Competition format:
Training Sessions:
2 online webinars (exact dates to be confirmed)
Training Bootcamp with present investors as jury:
May 13, 2026
Semi-finals:
May 14, 2026
Finals & Award ceremony:
May 15, 2026
Semi-finals: 3-minute pitch + 2-minute jury Q&A
Finals: 3-minute pitch + 3-minute jury Q&A
Selected participants will receive prizes
Why should you participate?
Pitch to Investors & Industry Leaders – Showcase your startup live
Professional Pitch Training – Online workshops + in-person Bootcamp for selected startups
Boost Your Visibility – Media exposure and international partner recognition
B2B Networking – Connect with industry representatives and potential collaborators
Win Partner Prizes – Compete for exclusive awards and recognition