The startup scene in Greece

StartupBlink’s September 2026 profile ranked Thessaloniki 443rd globally and second in Greece. The publisher says its ranking algorithm uses investment, employee count, and quarterly website traffic. (StartupBlink)

Thessaloniki has a research commercialization presence: Rthess reported in August 2026 that the city had 44 active research spin-offs, including 15 active Aristotle University of Thessaloniki spin-offs that employed 40 people. CERTH reports that commercialization of its research has produced 23 spin-offs; its five institutes cover areas including energy, AI, robotics, health, and transport. (Rthess; CERTH)

Rthess reported in August 2026 that turnover was very low for most Thessaloniki spin-offs. CERTH lists contact with relevant institutes and its Extroversion & Networking Services as routes for prospective collaborators; its page states no application deadline. (Rthess; CERTH)

The Alexandria Innovation Zone describes its scope as Northern Greece and lists a startup pre-incubator and Thess InnoFood Hub. Separately, the municipality, OK!Thess, and ThessFounders announced an advisory service for early-stage founders on May 14, 2026; current ongoing intake was not verified. (Alexandria Innovation Zone; Municipality of Thessaloniki)