electronica Fast Forward—the startup platform
For over ten years, electronica Fast Forward has brought together innovative electronics and deep-tech startups with industry representatives, investors, and the media. This established startup platform gives selected young companies a stage to present their technologies to a global audience of industry professionals.
In its anniversary edition, the startup platform electronica Fast Forward continues to fulfill its mission of showcasing new technologies and providing young companies with an international stage. Selected startups present their solutions in a dedicated exhibition area and present their innovations to decision-makers in the electronics industry through live pitches.
The platform facilitates targeted encounters between innovators and companies across the electronics value chain. Networking events, guided tours, and international media coverage ensure these discussions lead to concrete partnerships.
What to expect in 2026
- Innovative hardware and deep-tech startups
A curated selection of promising startups will showcase new technologies and applications from the electronics sector. - Startup Pitch Stage
15 selected startups will present their innovations live and showcase their solutions to investors, industry representatives and the media. - Developer and tech community
Content creators from the electronics and maker scenes will be present throughout the event to generate additional buzz in the Fast Forward area. - Awards and visibility
Several electronica Fast Forward Awards will be presented during the event. Winners will gain international visibility and the opportunity to present their technologies to a large audience of industry professionals.
Who should attend the forum?
The electronica Fast Forward Forum is aimed at
- startups and scale-ups in the electronics and deep tech sectors
- investors, venture capital firms, and corporate innovation teams
- electronics manufacturers, technology companies, and OEMs
- engineers and developers
- the media, influencers, and representatives of the innovation ecosystem
and anyone interested in the latest developments in the electronics industry.
The platform provides a valuable opportunity for innovators and decision-makers to engage in meaningful dialogue, discover new technologies and business models, and establish valuable connections within the global electronics industry.
The winners 2024
1st prize: SpeedPox
SpeedPox is awarded for its groundbreaking, ultra-fast curing epoxy resins and adhesives, showcasing exceptional technical merit, a significant reduction in energy use, and transformative potential for the industry with its patented self-propagating mechanism.
2nd prize: BTRY AG
BTRY is recognized for its innovative development of energy-dense, solid-state batteries using advanced semiconductor techniques, presenting a high level of technical achievement, broad applicability, and immense potential to revolutionize energy storage with ultra-fast charging.
3rd prize: Icecap Systems
ICECAP is awarded for creating a compact and versatile cooling system that leverages novel thermoelectric modules and optimization algorithms, combining technical expertise with the promise of enhancing various high-tech and portable applications.
Event details
Where?
Startup Stage, Hall B4
When?
November 10–13, 20246
Programm
You can find the detailed program here starting in the summer of 2026
Award ceremony
electronica Fast Forward Award, Friday November 13, 12:00 – 13:00, Visionary Stage
Participating in the forum as an exhibitor?
Under certain conditions, you can participate as an exhibitor with a guest contribution at the Forum. For more information on participation and possible costs, please contact:
Udo Bormann
Elektor International Media
udo.bormann@elektor.com
Would you like to get involved as a sponsor? Are you a startup interested in becoming an exhibitor? You can find more information here:
