Insights & Foresight for Pre-emptive Disruption
Discover tomorrow's market leaders before they emerge and get early access to disruptive technologies. Seize strategic collaboration and investment opportunities that keep you ahead of the curve.
Working In Good Company
Closely collaborate with global technology leaders in a complementary setup and provide our startups with resources, expertise, and GTM support that make a difference.
Strategic Partners
Infineon Technologies (IFX)
Global leader in semiconductor solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications. Infineon provides our startups with access to cutting-edge chip technology, power semiconductors, sensors, and security solutions—enabling breakthroughs in electromobility, renewable energy, and smart manufacturing.
Intel (INTC)
Pioneer in computing innovation and semiconductor manufacturing. Intel provides unparalleled access to advanced compute resources, AI accelerators, and technical mentorship—helping startups scale from prototype to production with world-class foundry capabilities.
Technology Partners
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Arrow Electronics (ARW)
Global technology solutions provider spanning the full product lifecycle from design engineering and prototyping to volume production and supply chain management. Arrow enables our startups to bridge the gap from lab-stage innovation to industrial-scale manufacturing with world-class sourcing and commercial expertise.
Light Conversion
Global leader in ultrafast laser manufacturing, delivering femtosecond lasers, tunable sources, and spectroscopy systems for industrial, scientific, and medical use. Powering advances in materials processing, advanced microscopy, and precision micromachining.
Synopsys (SNPS)
The leader in engineering solutions from silicon to systems. Synopsys enables our startups to accelerate chip design, verification, and manufacturing processes with industry-standard software solutions used by the world's top semiconductor companies.
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Why it Matters: Partner Perspectives
Hear from our partners why they are collaborating with us and our deep tech founders
Jochen Hanebeck
CEO, Infineon Technologies
"At Infineon, we are committed to empowering Europe's deep tech startups. With Ignite Next, we are uniting leading technology partners to back the continent's most ambitious founders and strengthen the importance of Europe as a world-class innovation hub."
Sonja Pierer
Managing Director, Intel Germany
"Deep tech innovation is the key to European competitiveness. The startups emerging from Ignite Next represent the best of what our ecosystem has to offer in transforming scientific breakthroughs into market-ready solutions."
Antonio Varas
Chief Strategy Officer, Synopsys
"Through our involvement with Ignite Next, Synopsys empowers deep tech innovators with the tools, expertise and guidance needed to accelerate their journey from groundbreaking ideas to real-world impact."
Good Reasons to Work with Ignite Next
Join our complementary partner setup and benefit from innovation insights, foresight, and collaboration opportunities that move the needle.
Insights & Foresight
Gain early visibility into emerging technologies and market shifts before your competitors, informing your strategy and roadmap.
Top & Bottom Line Impact
Accelerate revenue growth through startup partnerships while reducing OPEX and CAPEX via innovative solutions.
Return on Investment
Access vetted collaboration and investment opportunities and establish strategic partnerships with the leaders of tomorrow.
Ecosystem Footprint
Position your brand as an innovation leader and attract top talent by engaging with the deep tech community.
Engagement Models Meeting Your Objectives
Ignite Next is a strategic tool for pre-emptive disruption with flexible engagement options tailored to your objectives.
Deep integration with our program, including dedicated startup matching, exclusive events, and co-investment opportunities.
- Priority access to all cohort startups
- Dedicated partner success manager
- Custom startup scouting
- Co-branded events and content
- Investment co-pilot opportunities
Provide technology, resources, or expertise to our startups while gaining exposure to cutting-edge innovations.
- Technology integration with startups
- Mentorship opportunities
- Demo day participation
- Startup introductions
- Partner showcase events
Focus on deal flow and visibility with access to curated startup introductions and ecosystem events.
- Curated deal flow access
- Brand visibility at events
- Networking opportunities
- Startup directory access
- Industry reports & insights
Ready to Disrupt Yourself?
Join leading technology companies driving pre-emptive disruption and seize strategic opportunities before others can.