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Together with you and our partners, we aim to promote innovative ideas and establish a strong
start-up ecosystem in the north. That is why we, as Technology Center Lübeck (TZL), have
launched the startup accelerator GATEWAY49 in cooperation with the Lübeck Chamber of Commerce
and Industry and Glocal Consult. The focus of the GATEWAY49 accelerator is on the targeted
support of so-called early stage startups that pursue business models in the fields of life
science, food, smart city, logistics or new digital technologies. Our goal is to support
outstanding entrepreneurs - like you - in putting their ideas into practice and building
successful companies together!
From 64 submitted proposals, our expert jury selected 15 winning teams on February 17. Of these, 10 teams will participate in the Early Stage program and 5 teams in the Later Stage program.
BalticMaterials is developing an insulation material made from native seaweed as a sustainable and circular alternative to conventional insulation materials.
moreBoomerang aims to turn online retail around and save packaging waste with recyclable reusable shipping bags combined with a deposit system.
moreCoher Sense is developing a new optical sensor for the fields of building structure monitoring, renewable energies (especially wind energy) and laser technology.
moreEchoScout develops ultrasound imaging software for musculoskeletal (MSK) diagnoses and interventions.
moreGrannycall makes video telephony possible with the TV and just the push of a button − ideal for seniors.
morenomi develops and distributes sustainable, vegan food products. The first product is an oat milk powder as an alternative to plant milk in beverage cartons.
morePflegeNebenan creates an app/platform that enables direct networking of caregivers and patients by matching location, time, qualifications and needs.
moreSustomer facilitates sustainable shopping by providing customers with detailed and descriptive food information through an app and website.
moreSymvopath ensures that every patient at every location receives a correct diagnosis from proven experts − without time delay for the best possible therapy.
moreEnergieDock brings electricity consumers and grid operators together with an innovative platform to use more renewable electricity and solve bottlenecks in the power grid.
moreeSiprint enables hearing care businesses to step into the digital age with the help of a digital platform and a 3D printing process for elastic silicone.
moreKONVOI offers a mobile security solution for parked trucks that completely prevents cargo theft and damage to the vehicle.
morePolySole is the intelligent shoe insole with associated app for diabetic technologies, for the prevention of wounds and amputations.
morescreenable connects people and brands by using public screens as interactive playgrounds.
moreTogether with our partners, we offer you not only an extensive infrastructure for the development of innovative products, but also a differentiated workshop and training program.
We work with innovative institutes, well-known companies and all North German clusters to give your idea quick access to potential customers.
Our startups receive up to 30,000 euro per team per year. You do not have to give up any equity, it remains remain 100% with you, the entrepreneur. We also support our teams in securing follow-up financing.
We support entrepreneurs especially in the early stage of their startup. The ideal time to participate in the GATEWAY49 program is therefore, when you have an initial concept or a prototype in mind. Together with our network partners, mentors and coaches, we will bring you and your team in nine months as close to market maturity as possible and prepare you for the next round of financing. We do this with a lot of passion and experience.
Unlike many other accelerators, startups participating in the GATEWAY49 program do not have to give up any equity. This will keep you completely independent! We are at your side with financial support so that you can focus 100% on your startup. In addition, we offer an extensive and practical workshop and training program, which gives you the necessary tools and methodological knowledge to start and grow your business.
In order to provide you with the best possible know-how and experience and to give you really quick access to potential customers, we focus on the key economic sectors - food, life science, smart city and logistics - where we see the greatest potential for your idea. In addition to these focus areas, we are open to many other ideas, e.g. from the areas of 3D printing, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, internet of things, big data or robotics.
Each team receives up to 30,000 euro in financial support during the 9-month program period. And the best thing: At GATEWAY49 you keep 100% of the equity. We do not take any equity so as to give you the greatest possible freedom. Participation in the program is of course free of charge for all participants.
The selected teams go through a 9-month structured workshop and training program. The majority of our mentors and coaches that support you intensively during that time are experienced founders themselves or managers of large corporations.
Your team will have access to an attractive office space with modern office infrastructure on the Campus Lübeck. You will have 24/7 access to your desk, super-fast internet and - of course - a coffee flat for long nights.
We offer access to our large pool of companies and clusters to gain first pilot customers. We work closely with industry leaders in various areas, including Dräger AG, VisiConsult, Spedition Bode, Mach AG and Stadtwerke Holding Lübeck.
Our program includes much more than simple financial and legal advice. We support you in all questions related to the topic of entrepreneurship and help you find new team members in our flirt camps.
The GATEWAY49 program gives teams access to great prototyping opportunities. For example, you can benefit from e. g. support in the areas of 3d printing, laser cutting, milling or circuit board production by dedicated makers and a supportive FabLab community.
Mentors from different disciplines support your startup with their expertise
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(regional economy program to promote growth and employment in all regions of Schleswig-Holstein through targeted investments)