With its strategic location, business-friendly policies, and strong financial sector, Luxembourg offers a thriving ecosystem for emerging companies. Government initiatives and funding programmes, such as Fit 4 Start and the Luxembourg Future Fund, further support entrepreneurs in scaling their ventures. Additionally, the country’s commitment to sustainability and digital transformation has made it a prime location for startups tackling global challenges in areas like fintech, cybersecurity, and clean technology.
The startup ecosystem in the country is diverse and dynamic, encompassing sectors such as artificial intelligence, space technology, circular economy, and biotech. Companies benefit from access to world-class research institutions, supportive incubators, and a growing network of corporate and venture capital investors. Its compact size fosters close collaboration between businesses, policymakers, and academia, accelerating innovation and market entry. As Luxembourg continues to evolve as a startup destination, it is home to a new generation of entrepreneurs driving technological advancements and sustainable solutions.
On that note, we have curated a list of 10 of the most promising startups in the country, all founded between 2021 and today. From AI-driven platforms and sustainable solutions to space weather forecasting and fashion technology, these companies are pushing boundaries in their respective fields.
Buildbuild: Founded in 2021, BuildBuild helps SMBs achieve the efficiency of construction giants by providing real-time insights into project and budget status. The platform automates key processes like status reporting, budget tracking, and workflows, reducing paperwork and streamlining decision-making. With €2.5 million in funding, BuildBuild offers an intuitive, all-in-one solution that integrates with industry tools to optimize construction management.
Circu Li-ion: Founded in 2021, Circu Li-ion is a battery upcycling company dedicated to accelerating the green revolution and enabling sustainable economic electrification. Unlike traditional recycling methods that discard entire batteries when only a fraction of cells have reached their end-of-life, Circu Li-ion recovers and reuses functioning battery components. Its automated and scalable process can salvage up to 90% of end-of-life battery cells, significantly reducing environmental impact. The startup has secured €8.5 million in funding.
Cyberr: Founded in 2024, Cyberr is a specialised platform that connects cybersecurity professionals with top companies for permanent roles and freelance opportunities. Using AI-driven matching, it analyses skills, experience, and preferences to pair job seekers with relevant openings while allowing companies to discover qualified talent. To date, they have raised €1.5 million in funding, fostering a global community for cybersecurity experts to network, grow, and secure career opportunities.
Essembl: Founded in 2024, Essembl is an AI-powered fashion advisor that provides personalised outfit recommendations, styling tips, and shopping advice based on users’ wardrobes. By digitising closets through uploaded photos or videos, they help users organise their clothing and discover new outfit combinations. Additionally, it offers real-time styling assistance while shopping, allowing users to see how new items fit into their wardrobe before purchasing. To date, they have secured €50K in funding.
Greenworlder: Founded in 2021, Greenworlder is a social media platform that rewards users for sharing and engaging in eco-friendly actions to reduce carbon footprints. By making sustainable choices—such as biking instead of driving or downloading videos instead of streaming—users earn Greenworlder Tokens, which can be used to support individuals, creators, and brands in going carbon neutral. The platform fosters a community-driven movement where users collaborate to make a positive environmental impact through fun challenges and shared knowledge. To date, they have raised €2.75 million in funding.
Helical: Founded in 2023, Helical is an AI-driven platform that leverages DNA and mRNA Bio Foundation Models to accelerate drug discovery and biomedical research. It provides instant access to cutting-edge foundation models, a large data atlas for training and benchmarking, and AI infrastructure for seamless high-performance computing. Through its use case marketplace, Helical collaborates with pharmaceutical companies and researchers to develop groundbreaking applications in target identification, biomarker discovery, gene therapy, and more. They have raised €2.2 million in funding.
Kidola: Founded in 2021, Kidola is a daycare management platform that simplifies administrative tasks, communication with families, and scheduling for childcare providers. It automates reports, invoicing, and attendance tracking, allowing educators to focus more on the children rather than on paperwork. With easy-to-use features, tailored pricing plans, and GDPR-compliant data hosting in Europe, Kidola enhances efficiency and strengthens parent-caregiver collaboration. To date, they have secured €600K in funding.
Mission Space: Founded in 2021, Mission Space is revolutionising space weather forecasting by providing real-time, AI-powered predictions to protect both space-based and Earth-bound assets. With a fleet of 24 satellites and advanced AI models, it delivers up to 96 hours of precise forecasting, helping industries mitigate risks from space weather disruptions. Founded by scientists and entrepreneurs, Mission Space is bridging science and business to enhance space security and enable safer interplanetary exploration. They have secured over €1 million in funding.
Uplift360: Founded in 2021, Uplift360 develops chemical recycling technologies to recover high-performance fibres and composite materials from end-of-life products, such as wind turbines and aircraft. By transforming waste into valuable resources, they enable businesses to generate revenue while reducing landfills and incineration, promoting true circular economics. With a team of scientific and industry experts, Uplift360 is committed to sustainability and minimising global environmental impact. They have raised over €1 million in funding.
Vai: Founded in 2024, Vai is a matchmaking and connection hub designed to streamline the fundraising process by efficiently linking startups with investors. By offering smart matching, investor-ready profiles, and direct connections, Vai enhances clarity, relevance, and accessibility in the innovation ecosystem. With a focus on accelerating meaningful investment opportunities, the platform supports startups in securing funding while helping investors discover high-potential ventures aligned with their criteria. To date, they have secured €200K in funding.
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