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Join the Incubation Programme

The Start-up Incubator at NOI is one of the leading start-up centres in Europe. We’ll help you refine your business model.

Do you have a start-up and want to take things up a notch?

Check out the Start-up Incubator at NOI. Our goal: to take your business to the next level. We offer you a rich playground of possibilities: a strong community. People who want to coach you and invest in you. Access to labs and facilities for testing, prototyping, and developing solutions to today’s and tomorrow's challenges.

The next intake session will take place in fall 2026.

Check out the Start-up Incubator at NOI. Our goal: to take your business to the next level. We offer you a rich …

How to bring your start-up into play.

Our Call for Business Ideas is open all year round, so you can apply at any time. Twice a year, we decide which start-ups to accept and which of our programmes is right for them: the Incubation Programme or the Acceleration & Scale-up Programme. The intake sessions usually take place in spring and autumn, but if we receive a large number of applications, we may schedule an additional session. And this is how the selection process works:

Phase 1: First we focus on formalities.

Is your application complete? Is your motivation letter compelling? Is your business plan ready? Who is on your team? Most importantly: Are you already a start-up? Got everything ready? Great, on to round two:

Phase 2: Now things get real.

Make sure you’re on top form – it's time to present your start-up to the selection committee. Our starting point: the prospect of success. How do we define it? We look at your mindset, at how your team works and whether your idea is future-oriented. We evaluate the market potential and your financing strategy. Let us be honest: we do not raise false hopes – we promote business models.

And what happens then?

Did it work out? Good job! You’re part of the Start-up Incubator at NOI. Time to get to work. We support you in developing a competitive company through individual training, close collaboration with the NOI team and external experts, as well as workshops and academies. We also put you in touch with potential partners and find ways to get you financing. Get into the NOI groove: in the coworking spaces, the labs, at the Community Bar. Innovation is everywhere.

START-UP INCUBATOR SERVICES

WHAT CAN WE DO FOR YOU?

Tutoring, coaching, mentoring, analysis, support with financing and extensive networking: our support services are tailored to your requirements. Where do you need help? Together, we will find out.

Find out how we can support you

FAQS

Frequently asked questions

Who can I contact for more information?

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

Can I apply for the Incubation Programme if I am currently participating or planning to participate in another accelerator programme?

Yes, absolutely!

Can I rent an office as an incubated start-up?

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.

Can I access the services of the Start-up Incubator without being incubated?

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

When will I hear if my application has been selected?

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.

How long will I have access to the services of the Incubation Programme?

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.

Will I receive funding as part of the Incubation Programme?

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.

What criteria do I have to meet to participate in the Incubation Programme?

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.

Can I also just rent an office?

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.

Do I have to pay for the services?

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

What services can I take advantage of?

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.