Startup Safari
Hamburg

Startup ecosystem
Hamburg

Explore Hamburg through Next Media Accelerator, Hammerbrooklyn, The Interface and teams working across FinTech.

The local ecosystem brings together teams working across FinTech. Explore Hamburg through Next Media Accelerator, Hammerbrooklyn, The Interface and teams working across FinTech.

Hubs and accelerators

Where innovation comes together

Accelerator

Next Media Accelerator

The hub for MediaTech, advertising, and content innovation.

Innovation district

Hammerbrooklyn

A campus for the digital transformation of business.

Hub

The Interface

Startup centre for logistics and the maritime sector.

AI catalyst

AI.STARTUP.HUB

A support system for northern Germany's AI ecosystem.

Notable startups

The names shaping Hamburg

1Komma5°

Hamburg-based climate technology company offering energy systems for homes.

CleanTech / energy

Nect

Selfie-based identification and AI identity verification for banks and insurers.

FinTech / identity

Tomorrow

The bank of tomorrow: mobile banking with a strong focus on sustainability.

Sustainable fintech

NautilusLog

Digital logbook for shipping, replacing paperwork with app-based processes.

Maritime technology

OceanScore

Data platform for analyzing and reducing emissions in shipping (EU ETS).

Maritime technology / ESG

Flexvelop

B2B fintech for flexible equipment rental. Equipment as a service for businesses.

FinTech
Capital and investors

Investors in Hamburg

Planet A Ventures

Impact VC

Green tech and the circular economy. Pre-seed through Series B.

ABACON CAPITAL

Venture capital

Mobility, energy, and real estate. Series A and B.

DTCP

Growth equity

Software, security, and infrastructure.

Innovationsstarter

Public fund

Public funding from the City of Hamburg.

MobilityFund

Venture capital

Next-generation mobility and logistics tech.

For innovation teams

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Frequently asked questions

The Hamburg startup ecosystem

Which industries shape the Hamburg startup ecosystem? +

Teams can explore FinTech through local organisations and companies. Explore Hamburg through Next Media Accelerator, Hammerbrooklyn, The Interface and teams working across FinTech.

Which startup hubs are part of Hamburg’s ecosystem? +

Local hubs include Next Media Accelerator (Accelerator), Hammerbrooklyn (Innovation district), The Interface (Hub). The relevant route depends on your team’s topic.

What can an innovation team explore in Hamburg? +

A guided safari helps your team meet relevant founders and explore the local startup ecosystem in person. Explore Hamburg through Next Media Accelerator, Hammerbrooklyn, The Interface and teams working across FinTech.

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