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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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

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

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. 

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

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. 

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.