Science- and engineering-led startups can apply for the 2027 Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge. The international competition connects selected deep-tech companies with investors, corporate partners, industry leaders, and the wider Hello Tomorrow ecosystem.
Overview
The Global Challenge is designed for startups whose core advantage comes from a significant scientific discovery, new technology, or complex engineering process. The programme is open across multiple deep-tech sectors and supports companies from early development through the beginning of scale-up.
Applicants are evaluated on the strength of the technology, the problem being solved, market potential, team, and the startup’s ability to turn a technically difficult innovation into a viable company.
Benefits
- Deep Tech Pioneer Status: Selected startups can receive recognition as Hello Tomorrow Deep Tech Pioneers and access associated ecosystem support.
- Investor Access: Selected companies can connect with investors through Hello Tomorrow’s investor network and dedicated investor activities.
- Corporate Connections: Startups gain opportunities to meet corporate partners, potential customers, and industry decision-makers.
- Investor Day: Eligible selected companies may take part in Investor Day, which brings together hundreds of venture and corporate investors.
- Equity Investment Opportunity: The current challenge includes an opportunity for a €200,000 equity investment prize from DeepBright Ventures, subject to the competition’s selection terms.
- Global Exposure: Finalists receive visibility through the Hello Tomorrow network and its international deep-tech events.
Eligibility
- Stage: Startups may apply from early stage through the beginning of scale-up, up to and including Series B.
- Technology: The company’s core product or service must rely on new technology, scientific discovery, or a complex engineering process.
- Problem: The innovation should address a significant industrial, societal, or environmental need, or create a meaningful new market.
- Team: The startup must have at least two team members.
- Independence: The applicant should not be a subsidiary or internal spin-off of an established company.
- Geography: Applications are open globally.
How to Apply
- Deadline: Applications close on November 30, 2026.
- Create an Account: Start the application through the official Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge platform.
- Describe the Technology: Explain the underlying scientific or engineering innovation and why it is difficult to reproduce.
- Show the Market: Provide evidence of the problem, target market, business model, progress, and commercial potential.
- Submit: Complete all required application sections before the closing date.
