Overview
Pitch Perfect and Boost the European Bioeconomy 2026 returns to Brussels on 30 November and 1 December 2026, bringing together innovators, start-ups, SMEs, investors, corporates and key stakeholders from across Europe’s bioeconomy ecosystem.
Building on the success of the 2025 edition, which welcomed more than 530 participants and featured 125 innovator pitches, the 2026 event will provide opportunities to showcase innovative technologies, discover emerging solutions, build partnerships and connect with potential investors and collaborators.
The event will be followed by an exclusive Scale-up Experience Day at Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant on 2 December, offering up to 150 participants the opportunity to gain insights into industrial scale-up.
Why attend?
Pitch Perfect offers two intensive days of cross-border and cross-sector networking, innovation scouting, pitching and matchmaking. Attendees can discover more than 120 innovative technology pitches, connect with investors and industry partners, and gain insight into the latest developments shaping the European bioeconomy.
New for 2026, the programme will include Speed Dating Sessions, offering five one-to-one conversations in 30 minutes, alongside enhanced Investor Pitch Sessions with dedicated Q&A opportunities.
Start-ups, scale-ups and SMEs can also apply for a pitch slot and may be eligible for a €500 travel voucher. The Scale-up Experience Day provides a further opportunity to explore what it takes to successfully move innovative technologies towards industrial scale.
Who is this event for?
Pitch Perfect is designed for organisations and individuals working across the bioeconomy, including:
Start-ups, scale-ups and SMEs looking to showcase their innovations and find partners or investment
Investors seeking innovative technologies and emerging opportunities
Corporates interested in technology and talent scouting
Pilot facilities, equipment suppliers and service providers
Clusters, consultants and public actors
Policy advisors and other stakeholders shaping the European bioeconomy
Participants can also benefit from exhibition and networking opportunities, with booths available in the event atrium for organisations looking to increase their visibility and connect with potential customers, members and partners.