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Put your start-up on one of Europe's biggest innovation stages
Applications are now open for the Tectonic 2026 Pitching Competition, giving early-stage European start-ups the opportunity to pitch in front of more than 400 investors, corporate leaders, and innovation experts on October 21 in Ghent.
Thirty start-ups will be selected to take the stage during Tectonic 2026, one of Europe's leading innovation events. Beyond competing for a €300,000 investment, finalists will gain valuable exposure, receive feedback from experienced investors, and connect with key players from the European innovation ecosystem.
Represent Wallonia at Tectonic
As a member of the StartUp.Wallonia consortium, A6K will stand alongside several Walloon innovation partners to showcase the region's most promising start-ups.
Start-ups that apply to the pitching competition may also be selected to join the official StartUp.Wallonia delegation, benefiting from additional visibility, networking opportunities, and a dedicated Walloon booth throughout the event.
Who can apply?
Your start-up is eligible if it meets the following criteria.
- Is based in Europe, open to all sectors
- Was founded in 2022 or later
- Has raised less than €2 million in equity funding
Applicants will compete in one of three dedicated categories, Hardware, AI / SaaS, and Impact.
How to apply?
To be considered for the StartUp.Wallonia delegation, you must complete both steps before August 16, 2026.
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Apply to the Tectonic 2026 Pitching Competition via this link ↘︎ https://www.tectonicconf.eu/pi...
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Send a confirmation email to communications@a6k.be once you've submitted your application.
Only start-ups completing both steps will be considered for the official StartUp.Wallonia delegation, a complimentary event ticket (subject to availability), and additional networking opportunities organized by the consortium during Tectonic.
Ready to pitch?
If your start-up is ready to step onto one of Europe's biggest innovation stages, meet leading investors, and compete for a €300,000 investment, don't miss this opportunity.
