TechBBQ 2025
TechBBQ returns to Copenhagen in 2025. This annual conference brings together the Nordic startup ecosystem, including entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policymakers and tech professionals from across the Nordics and beyond. What began in 2013 as a small barbecue for entrepreneurs and technology enthusiasts has since evolved into a major event attracting attendees from around the world. […]
EIT Urban Mobility supported companies win big at European Startup Prize for Mobility
On 5 June 2025, the sixth edition of the European Startup Prize for Mobility (EUSP) was held during the European Commission’s EU Industry Days in Rzeszów, Poland — unveiling Europe’s 10 most promising startups in clean mobility. Winners contributing to a greener future Within the TOP 10, four startups have been supported by EIT Urban […]
Request for proposals: Project Clinic 2025
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, (hereby being referred to as “EIT UM”) is seeking for an External Consultant Expert (hereby being referred to as “Expert”), who will deliver the ‘Project Clinic’ consultations to EIT Urban Mobility partners. EIT Urban Mobility has 5 Innovation Hubs based in strategic locations across Europe. Innovation Hub […]
Request for proposals: Tailored assessment and training development for startups
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, hereinafter being referred to as “EIT UM”, is aiming to identify one supplier (hereinafter being referred to as “Supplier” or “Provider”) capable of providing an assessment of the training needs of startups within the EIT UM ecosystem and, at a later stage, subject to alignment with EIT […]
Request for proposals: Digital private platform for urban mobility startups add-ons
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, hereinafter being referred to as “EIT UM”, is seeking professional support to work closely with the Growth Lab team at the Impact Ventures Department on a digital and private platform for urban mobility startups, by appointing a community platform (hereinafter being referred to as “Provider”). This document, […]
34 startups selected for EIT Urban Mobility’s 2025 Market Readiness Accelerator programmes
The startups for the 2025 Market Readiness Accelerators have been chosen. The objective of these programmes is to equip early-stage mobility startups with the expertise to validate their business models, achieve product-market fit and build a solid foundation for fundraising and scalable growth. EIT Urban Mobility’s accelerators are designed with a variety of startups’ […]
Nudgd reach final of Toyota’s Sustainable Cities Challenge 2025
Katharina Paoli, CEO of Nudgd. Finalist in Sustainable Cities Challenge 2025.
UITP Summit 2025
EIT Urban Mobility will be at the UITP Summit 2025, a key event dedicated to sustainable mobility, bringing together all transport modes, industry authorities, operators, and exhibitors. The 2025 edition will take place in Hamburg, Germany, from 15 to 18 June 2025. EIT Urban Mobility will be at booth A1440 in HALL A1 and will be […]
European Women in VC Report 2025
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, hereinafter being referred to as “EIT UM”, is seeking professional support for the Women in VC report 2025 landscape from a gender perspective, by appointing qualified experts, individuals, or companies (hereinafter being referred to as “Provider”). This document, along with its annexes, constitute a Request for Proposal […]
Request for proposals: Promise Suite hosting
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, hereinafter referred to as “EIT UM,” is seeking professional support for the provision of server hosting services for the Promise Suite software, by appointing a qualified provider (hereinafter referred to as the “Provider”). This document, along with its annexes, constitutes a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by […]
Semi finalists of European Startups prize for Mobility announced
The European Startup Prize for Mobility continues to reflect the diversity and richness of Europe’s mobility landscape, emphasising the wide range of solutions needed to tackle today’s most urgent transport challenges. For its 6th edition, the prize has announced its 50 semi-finalists, selected from nearly 500 applicants across 19 countries. Following a rigorous evaluation by […]
International Transport Forum Summit 2025
The International Transport Forum (ITF) Summit 2025 on Transport Resilience to Global Shocks will take place from 21 to 23 May in Leipzig, Germany, under the Presidency of Chile, with Azerbaijan and Czechia as first and second Vice Presidents, respectively. The ITF Summit is the world’s largest gathering of transport ministers and the premier global transport policy event. […]
Request for proposals: Venue provider for startup ecosystem meetings
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, hereinafter being referred to as “EIT UM”, is seeking professional support to identify a venue provider for startup ecosystem meetings. The selected provider will be appointed as the official venue provider (hereinafter referred to as the “Provider”). This document, along with its annexes, constitutes a Request for […]
Request for proposals: Impact assessment and framework
Through this procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility (hereby being referred to as “EIT UM”) seeks professional consultancy services (hereby being referred to as “Provider”) to develop a robust project Impact Assessment Framework. This Request for Proposal (RFP), together with its annexes, sets out the requirements for the procurement of services in the field of environmental […]
Request for proposals: Platform for gathering startup applications and conducing evaluations 2025
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, hereinafter being referred to as “EIT UM”, is seeking a service provider, hereinafter being referred to as “Provider”, of a SW Platform to gather startup applications to different EIT UM founded programmes and conduct the evaluations of those applications. EIT UM funds and supports startups and scale-ups […]
Request for proposals: Tax advisory for Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Sweden and Denmark
By the present procurement procedure, the EIT Urban Mobility S.L., (hereby being referred to as “EIT UM”) is expecting to appoint one sole provider (hereby being referred to as “the contractor”) for the realisation of the services set in Section 2.2 per LOT that are expected to be implemented as stated in Section 2.1.2. Check […]
EBAN Congress 2025
Join the Angel Event of the Year – EBAN Congress 2025! The EBAN Congress, co-hosted by EBAN, DanBAN, and the InvestEU Portal, is taking place in Copenhagen from 3-5 June. This is where connections flourish, expert insights are shared and international deals come to life. Join hundreds of investors and thought leaders from over 50 […]
EIT Urban Mobility welcomes 10 Country Representatives!
New setup for our regional support Since 2020, EIT Urban Mobility has benefited from a place-based support of different regional hubs across Europe, previously known as EIT RIS Hubs. From 2025 onwards, they are rebranded as EIT Urban Mobility Representatives in their respective countries. These appointed entities represent our KIC and their mission is to […]
Marc Rozendal appointed CEO of EIT Urban Mobility
EIT Urban Mobility is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Rozendal as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from 1 April 2025. Marc Rozendal takes over the leadership of EIT Urban Mobility from Mika Rytkönen, who has served as interim CEO for the past four months. Rozendal’s appointment comes after an extensive search […]
EIT Urban Mobility RIS initiative to help startup expansion across 5 RIS countries
Scaling a startup into new European markets is a complex process, requiring a strong network, local knowledge, and strategic partnerships, along with navigating legal and regulatory challenges. The EIT Urban Mobility RIS Soft-Landing (SL) is designed to support startup expansion by connecting high-potential startups with expert networks in key RIS (Regional Innovation Scheme) countries, providing […]
The European Institute of Innovation and Technology launches new hub to strengthen Spain’s innovation ecosystem
Madrid, 27 March 2025– The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT), a body of the European Union, has launched a new hub in Spain as part of its EIT Community aiming to fostering innovation and enhance regional cooperation. By connecting key stakeholders—including businesses, researchers, and educators—to Europe’s largest innovation ecosystem, the newly established EIT […]
50 in a Day – The Green Tech Startup Showcase
50 in a Day – The Green Tech Startup Showcase is an exclusive event at OGR Torino providing a unique opportunity to meet over 50 startups and scale-ups for the future of green tech, all in one day. OGR Torino, in partnership with EIT Urban Mobility, Microsoft Italia and Italian Tech Alliance, have organised a must-attend one-day event to […]
EIT Urban Mobility shapes EU policies on public procurement and startup growth
The European startup ecosystem is at a turning point. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen recently announced plans for a “28th regime” for startups — an initiative to create a unified legal framework that allows them to scale seamlessly across Europe without being hindered by national regulatory differences. Alongside this, the EU Startup and […]
Request for proposal: Platform for gathering startup applications and conducting evaluations
By the present procurement procedure, EIT Urban Mobility, hereinafter being referred to as “EIT UM”, is seeking a service provider, hereinafter being referred to as “Provider”, of a SW Platform to gather startup applications to different EIT UM founded programmes and conduct the evaluations of those applications. EIT UM funds and supports startups and scale-ups […]