Process and Dates to Note

First phase: Ideas

You have an idea, but are not 100% sure what shape it should take? If your idea is plausible, we pair you with a mentor who will give you advice and recommendations for the development of a first concept.

Submission deadline: 2 June 2023

Second phase: Concepts

You have made the first step: Whether created in- or outside the competition, you have a concept for your start-up. When developing and detailing your business plan, our mentors will once again be at your side with valuable advice. If you require additional support, we will assist you in finding the right offering at your location. 

Submission deadline: 1 September 2023

Third phase: Business plan

Your business plan is ready or your already founded your company after 1 July 2021, and still ACHEMA is far away? Then get ready for take-off right now: Apply for venture capital with your business plan. The Business Angels FrankfurtRheinMain and the High-Tech Gründerfonds offer matchmaking opportunities. Maybe when ACHEMA comes around you will have your funding already secured - independent of the timeline and the result of the competition.

Submission deadline: 1 December 2023