2027 START-UP CITY

Start-Up City

Tech in Gov Europe is the unmissable event of the year, connecting thousands of govtech professionals from across Member States, local governments, technology providers, and European institutions. Tech in Gov Europe is the #1 exhibition to find solutions for AI and quantum tech, critical infrastructure, digital transformation, identity and trust, digital policy, e-government, and more.

The Start-up City is the ultimate platform for emerging innovators in the govtech industry. It’s a dedicated space where the most exciting start-ups showcase their groundbreaking solutions, connect with industry leaders, and gain exposure to investors, partners, and customers. Whether you’re revolutionising AI, quantum tech, critical infrastructure, data, risk management, digital transformation, or identity and trust, this is where your journey begins.

If you are a genuine start-up and less than 5 years old and have less than €5million in revenue and funding then you may qualify.

JOIN OUR START-UP PITCHING COMPETITION.

10 start-ups will be selected to pitch their ideas to a panel of expert judges, chosen from our end-user speakers, in the onfloor seminar theatre. The winning start-up will receive a full booth at Tech in Gov Europe 2028 and an exclusive interview with the Tech in Gov Europe Content Hub.

Join the Start-up City and shape the future of government technology! complete the form here!

START-UP CITY
PODS

1m sq pods are available to genuine start-ups upon application.

*SELECTED START-UPS ONLY

Start-up PITCHING
COMPETITION

We have a limited number of slots available for confirmed start-ups to speak at Tech in Gov Europe. Start-ups will be chosen to pitch their innovative solutions to a panel of industry professionals and investors! The winner will then be selected by the judges to become the Tech in Gov Europe 2026 Start-up of the year.

*SELECTED START-UPS ONLY

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Investors come to the Tech in Gov Europe Start-up City to find their next unicorn. As the day winds down, the networking heats up with the Tech in Gov Europe afterparty at a riverside location.

APPLY TODAY!

 

WHY APPLY?

BRAND AWARENESS

With over 1,500 government and technology professionals from across Europe, Tech in Gov Europe is the perfect platform to showcase your innovation on our dedicated stage. Tech in Gov Europe is where the future of govtech is reimagined.

FUNDING

Meet VCs looking for early-stage opportunities as well as companies looking for partnerships and acquisitions.

NETWORKING

Our approach is simple: we connect people. Your networking journey begins the moment you sign up for the Tech in Gov Europe app– chat with potential leads, schedule meetings, and build valuable relationships.

APPLY NOW

Contact us

Sponsorship Enquiries
James.Wartnaby@terrapinn.com

 

Start-Up Enquiries
Olivia.Davies@terrapinn.com

 

Speaking Enquiries
Matty.Shafran@terrapinn.com

 

Marketing Enquiries
Robert.Arrenberg@terrapinn.com

 

General Enquiries
Janine.Bill@terrapinn.com