From 16 to 20 March 2026, Paris becomes the meeting point for Europe’s deeptech ecosystem as European Deeptech Week gathers founders, investors, corporates and policymakers for a series of curated discussions and closed-door sessions!
While the event is designed around strategic conversations and partnerships, this year’s edition also focuses on the startups and scaleups shaping Europe’s next wave of industrial innovation. Throughout the week, selected companies will take part in pitch sessions, investor meetings and specialised programmes aimed at accelerating their path from research and development to commercial deployment.
Startups at the centre of the programme
A key highlight of the week is the TechTour Growth 50, taking place on Tuesday, which brings together some of the most promising European scaleups across health, digital and sustainability sectors. These companies will present their solutions directly to a network of more than 100 investors, with a clear focus on securing later-stage funding rounds.
In parallel, the EIC Scaling Club on Wednesday will host around 120 high-potential startups and scaleups. The programme is designed to support companies moving into industrialisation, offering mentoring, technical workshops and access to procurement opportunities from both public institutions and large corporates.
Throughout the week, startups will also participate in one-to-one meetings, curated networking sessions and sector-specific discussions covering areas such as AI and cybersecurity, defence technologies, climate solutions, advanced manufacturing and life sciences.
A programme built around key moments
Each day of the European Deeptech Week is structured around a specific objective, moving from early-stage connections to large-scale industrial alignment.
On Monday, the InvestEU Portal initiative sets the tone by connecting project promoters with international investors, creating early opportunities for funding and visibility. The day concludes with an opening cocktail focused on Europe’s long-term deeptech ambitions, including insights into the 2030 strategic roadmap.
Tuesday shifts attention to growth and expansion. Alongside the TechTour sessions, international delegations from more than 15 countries will present their ecosystems and explore cross-border partnerships. The day ends with an investor-focused networking event designed to facilitate more targeted discussions around funding and collaboration.
Wednesday centres on industrial scaling and strategic alliances. In addition to the EIC Scaling Club, the programme includes sessions aimed at bridging the gap between scientific research and venture capital, bringing together researchers, startups and investors working on long-term innovation projects.
The week culminates on Thursday with the Deeptech Summit, expected to host over 70 speakers across two main stages. Discussions will span five core areas: AI and cybersecurity, defence, climate, Industry 4.0 and health. Alongside the main sessions, smaller closed-door meetings will enable direct conversations between founders, investors and corporates, with a focus on concrete partnerships and deal-making.
Speakers shaping the discussion
The Deeptech Summit will feature a broad mix of speakers from across Europe’s innovation landscape, including founders, investors, corporate leaders and policymakers. Representatives from major industrial groups, venture capital firms and public institutions are expected to take part, reflecting the cross-sector nature of deeptech development.
In addition to keynote sessions, the programme includes panel discussions and debates addressing some of the sector’s main challenges, such as access to long-term capital, industrial scaling, regulatory frameworks, and Europe’s global competitiveness.
These discussions are designed to move beyond high-level trends and focus on practical pathways to turn technological breakthroughs into commercially viable, scalable businesses.
Click here to explore the full speaker lineup and plan your schedule.
From innovation to deployment
What distinguishes European Deeptech Week from traditional conferences is its emphasis on execution. Rather than focusing primarily on visibility, the event is structured to facilitate concrete outcomes, from investment agreements to industrial partnerships.
By bringing together startups, investors and corporates in a highly curated setting, the initiative aims to strengthen collaboration across the European ecosystem and support the transition from innovation to real-world deployment.
As the week unfolds, the combination of targeted meetings, sector-focused sessions, and high-level discussions is expected to shape how European deeptech companies scale in the coming years.
Read the orginal article: https://www.eu-startups.com/2026/03/the-european-deeptech-week-2026-startups-speakers-and-key-moments-shaping-the-week-sponsored/
