Only start-ups that have already been founded or start-ups that will be founded within 3 months after admission can be formally admitted to the Start-up Incubation Programme. Ideally, your start-up should already have its products/services on the market or at least be close to the market launch. We expect the projects presented to be of an innovative nature and to include technological aspects.

Yes, absolutely!

If you are accepted into the Incubation Programme, you will sign a service contract with us that will give you access to our services for a period of 3 years.

Feel free to reach out to us to discuss the suitability of our programme: incubator@noi.bz.it

Our selection process consists of two stages: You will be notified if you have been pre-selected to pitch to our admissions committee within approximately one month of the close of the call. The admissions committee usually meets within six weeks of the call closing. Once you have pitched to the committee, you will be notified immediately of the decision.

There are many services we offer within the Start-up Incubator. They can be broadly categorised into six areas:

• Tailored 1:1 Guidance: ongoing 1:1 guidance with an assigned Start-up Incubator team member.

• Business Reviews & Performance Analyses: a 360° screening of your start-up to identify needs and challenges, and to define a roadmap with strategic and operational milestones. Based on this, we know how best to support you and make your business thrive sustainably.

• Funding: we will help you define your start-up's funding strategy and assist you in finding public and private funding.

• Coaching/Mentoring & Training: customised and targeted coaching with subject matter experts. Strategic exchange with mentors, various academies on specific start-up-relevant topics.

• Space: includes access to flexible workspaces in the NOI, various seminar areas, offices, labs, makerspace, and meeting rooms.

• Networking: means being part of our community, having access to various networking events, and receiving support in finding strategic partnerships.

Yes, it is possible to rent an office at the NOI Techpark for € 8.50 / month / square metre. We have offices of different sizes to suit your specific needs.

Participation in the Incubation Programme includes a service fee of € 2.400 per year.

We are happy to hear from you. Do not hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions: incubator@noi.bz.it

Of course you can! If you are not accepted into one of our programmes and you have improved your business idea, you can apply again for the Incubation Programme or the Acceleration & Scale-up Programme. Our Call for Start-ups is open throughout the year, with at least two selection committees per year: usually in spring (May) and autumn (November). If necessary, additional selection committees will be scheduled throughout the year.

Yes, this is possible. If you want to come to the NOI as an innovative company, you can request and get an office for € 11 + € 5 deposit / month / square metre. However, the innovative nature of the activity is important.

You will not receive any funding from us, nor will we take any share of your start-up. However, we will help you become investor ready, and we can also help you access public and private funding. For provincial and national public funding, we can inform and assist you and for European funding, we have a dedicated department (EU Opportunities) that will work with you to find the right thematic funding and partnerships at European level. For private funding, we can put you in touch with our network of private investors.

No, the services are reserved for start-ups that are formally admitted to our Incubation Programme.

Yes, it is possible to rent an office at the NOI Techpark for € 8.50 / month / square metre. We have offices of different sizes to suit your specific needs.

Our Call for Start-ups is open throughout the year, and you can apply at any time. There are at least two admission committees per year: usually in spring (May) and autumn (November). If necessary, additional admissions committees are scheduled throughout the year. Applications for each admissions session close one month before the committee meets.

The Acceleration & Scale-up Programme can only accept start-ups that have already been founded or will be founded within three months of admission. The products/services should ideally already be on the market or at least close to being launched. We expect the submitted projects to be innovative in nature and to include technical aspects. In addition, the start-up should demonstrate a high degree of innovation and significant scaling potential. The programme is primarily aimed at high-potential start-ups, scale-ups, spin-offs and corporate venture projects.

Yes, of course you can.

If you are not sure whether the Acceleration & Scale-up Programme is right for you, just contact us: incubator@noi.bz.it

When you are accepted into the Acceleration & Scale-up Programme, we will sign a service agreement with you, giving you access to our services for a period of one year. The programme is designed as an intensive 12-month programme, ensuring ongoing support and advice tailored to your individual needs and growth trajectory. After the initial one-year period, the service agreement can be extended for two further one-year periods, up to a maximum of three years if required. Within three months of signing the agreement, the start-up or scale-up must be able to demonstrate that it has an operational base in the province. 

Our Acceleration & Scale-up Programme offers a range of services that can be broadly categorised into six areas: 

• Business Review & Performance Analysis: Twice a year, we work with you to conduct a 360-degree analysis of your business. We identify strategic and operational milestones and areas where you need targeted support. Through regular performance tracking, we ensure that your growth is continually driven forward. 

• Tutoring, Coaching & Mentoring: You will receive tailored advice from experienced coaches and mentors. They will help you sharpen your business strategy, optimise processes and discover new opportunities for scaling. 

• Workshops & Training: Benefit from a variety of hands-on workshops and trainings on key topics such as market development, growth hacking, funding options (public & private), brand building & positioning, etc. 

• Fundraising Support: We support you in preparing for investor meetings and help you find the right sources of funding, whether through private investors or public funding programmes. 

• Networking & Matchmaking: Gain access to a dynamic network of entrepreneurs, investors, industry experts and potential partners. Exclusive events and targeted matchmaking sessions will help you make valuable connections for your growth. 

• Hochmoderne Infrastruktur & Arbeitsräume: Take advantage of NOI Techpark's world-class facilities, including modern office space (for an additional fee), high-tech laboratories, the Kitchen Lab for food innovation and the Maker Space for prototype development. The use of these facilities is subject to NOI Techpark business rates. 

Participation in the Acceleration & Scale-up Programme includes an annual service fee of €5,000. In addition, a 2% success fee will be charged for private investments made through the NOI Start-up Incubator. 

Yes, you can rent an office in the NOI Techpark for €11 + €5 deposit per square metre per month.

After signing the lease, a deposit of three months' rent must be paid. If this amount is less than €1,000, a deposit of €1,000 is required. 

Please contact us if you have any further questions - we look forward to hearing from you: incubator@noi.bz.it 

No, our services are reserved for start-ups and scale-ups participating in our programmes. 

You can also apply to NOI Techpark as an innovative company. If you are accepted, you can rent office space. Important: your activities must be innovative. If you need more information about the admission criteria for companies, please contact info@noi.bz.it.

Both programmes offer tailored support and advice to help your start-up grow. The main difference is the target group and the focus of the programme: 

• Incubation Programme: This programme is aimed at early-stage start-ups. The focus is on strengthening the foundations of the business – from refining the business model to developing product-market fit and a go-to-market strategy. In addition, a funding strategy is developed to prepare the start-up for future investors. 

• Acceleration & Scale-up Programme: This programme is designed for later stages of growth (scale-ups). The focus is on scaling the business, entering new markets, building investor relationships and developing a comprehensive growth strategy. 

You can apply for either programme. A selection committee will then decide whether your start-up is better suited to the Incubation Programme or the Acceleration & Scale-up Programme. 

You will not receive any financial support from us if you participate in our programmes and you will not have to transfer any shares in your start-up to us. However, we will help you make your start-up attractive to investors and gain access to public and private funding and financial resources. If you want to apply for public funding at regional or national level, we can provide you with information and support. You can apply for European funding through our EU Opportunities department, which can also help you find the right funding opportunities. If you are interested in private funding, we can put you in touch with suitable investors from our network of business angels and venture capital firms. 

Of course you can! If you are not accepted into one of our programmes and you have improved your business idea, you can apply again for the Incubation Programme or the Acceleration & Scale-up Programme. Our Call for Start-ups is open throughout the year, with at least two selection committees per year: usually in spring (May) and autumn (November). If necessary, additional selection committees will be scheduled throughout the year.

Our Call for Start-ups is open throughout the year, and you can apply at any time. There are at least two admission committees per year: usually in spring (May) and autumn (November). If necessary, additional admissions committees are scheduled throughout the year. Applications for each admissions session close one month before the committee meets.

Please contact us if you have any further questions - we look forward to hearing from you: incubator@noi.bz.it 

Our selection process consists of two stages: You will be notified if you have been pre-selected to pitch to our admissions committee within approximately one month of the close of the call. The admissions committee usually meets within six weeks of the call closing. Once you have pitched to the committee, you will be notified immediately of the decision.