Scale-up.NRW
Scale-up.NRW is a scaling program in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, aimed at supporting high-potential startups in overcoming growth challenges and attracting international venture capital.
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Overview
Scale-up.NRW is an organization based in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, established to support the growth of startups and scale-ups in the region. The organization focuses on providing resources and assistance to help businesses expand and succeed in their respective markets.
Focus
Scale-up.NRW invests in startups and scale-ups across various sectors, particularly emphasizing technology-driven companies. The organization aims to support businesses at different stages of development, from early-stage startups to more established companies looking to scale.
Support
The program offers mentorship, access to a world-class network of experts, investors, corporate partners, and peers, as well as support in preparing for follow-on financing.
Questions
What is the application process?
Interested startups can apply through the Scale-up.NRW application flow for the relevant batch.
What are the eligibility criteria?
Companies must be based in NRW, have a marketable product, convinced customers, at least 15 employees, completed financing of at least EUR 3 million, and annual revenue of at least EUR 1 million.
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What the sources say about Scale-up.NRW
The form offers Scale-up.NRW email updates from digihub and Start2 Group.
Source: FormThe official site provides a general inquiry contact.
Source: Scale-up.NRW - Connections That ScaleThe waitlist identifies digihub and Start2 Group in its privacy notice.
Source: FormThe linked form identifies itself as the Scale-up.NRW waitlist.
Source: FormThe German FAQ links to a waitlist.
Source: FAQs | Scale-up.NRWMWIKE reported ongoing Scale-up.NRW activity in September 2026.
Source: Fünf Jahre Scale-up.NRW: 49 Unternehmen, 3.000 Arbeitsplätze, eine Milliarde Euro Kapital | Wirtschaft NRW
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