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StartupBlink’s September 2026 city listing ranks Valencia 150th globally and third in Spain, using total investment, employee count, and quarterly website traffic as its stated factors. (Claim 38069)
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StartupBlink’s September 2026 city listing ranks Valencia 150th globally and third in Spain, using total investment, employee count, and quarterly website traffic as its stated factors. (Claim 38069)
The Polytechnic University of Valencia (UPV) reports that its 2025 figures included €119 million in research, development, and innovation activity, 30 patents filed, three spin-offs, and 24 startups. UPV’s StartUPV offers ventures created by its students and graduates a four-stage path from pre-incubation through scaling. (Claims 38074, 38075, 38076)
As reported on July 18, 2025, Quibim was headquartered in Valencia and had more than 90 staff; Cinco Días traced its startup project to Lanzadera. Quibim applies AI to MRI, CT, and PET data across several medical fields. The company announced a $50 million Series A in January 2025, led by Asabys and Buenavista, with GoHub Ventures and CDTI Innovación among the new investors. (Claims 38083, 38084, 38085, 38081, 38082)
València Innovation Capital’s Seed call closed on January 29, 2026, after offering grants of up to €25,000 per company; the 2026 cohort launched on March 30 with 32 startups selected from 55 applicants. Startup Valencia’s VDS 2026 was scheduled for October 21–22 in Valencia. (Claims 38077, 38079, 38090)
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Valencia ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #158 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2026 | 61 to 70 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
43 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Valencia
Investors 27
Investor
InvestorEmpowering startups for societal transformation.
InvestorEmpowering entrepreneurs in Spain's startup ecosystem.
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Accelerators 6
AcceleratorLanzadera is a startup accelerator and incubator based in Valencia, Spain, supporting over 1,700 startups with personalized growth itineraries and…
AcceleratorAccelerating startups through innovation and collaboration.
AcceleratorThe Food Changemakers
The 3 most prominent of 6. Browse all accelerators
Incubators 6
IncubatorEmpowering individuals through social entrepreneurship.
IncubatorBuilding and growing online businesses.
IncubatorEmpowering fitness entrepreneurs through digital innovation.
The 3 most prominent of 6. Browse all incubators
Venture studios 4
Venture studioAccelerating innovation through investment and marketing.
Venture studioEmpowering startups through technology and AI.
Venture studioEmpowering entrepreneurs through collaboration and innovation.
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Raising in Valencia
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
Get investor introsFinding startups in Valencia
Accelerators and incubators here see the earliest teams first.
Get startups that fitScouting in Valencia
Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
Start scoutingFrom public sources
What the sources say about Valencia
El País's feature describes Startup Valencia programs linking mentoring and practical education to market access.
Source: La aldea donde se juega, aprende y evalúaThe official ticket page describes event matchmaking for founders, investors, and partners.
Source: Get Tickets | VDS 2026Startup Valencia's ninth VDS is scheduled in Valencia on October 21–22, 2026.
Source: VDS 2026 | Valencia, Oct 21-22Lanzadera's page lists founder commitment and traction requirements but omits years for visible cohort dates.
Source: Lanzadera application pageThe April 2026 report distinguished Zeleros's registered office from its Valencia operational offices.
Source: Zeleros entra en concurso de acreedoresCinco Días reported a voluntary insolvency and liquidation process in April 2026.
Source: Zeleros entra en concurso de acreedores
Questions about Valencia
How does Valencia rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #158 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Valencia?
27 investors based in Valencia have a profile here, including BIGBAN - Inversores Privados, Unitatea Capital and Angels Capital. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Valencia?
Yes. Valencia has 6 accelerators, 6 incubators and 4 venture studios on record, including Lanzadera, Asociación con Valores and LOGA.
Geographic proximity
Nearby cities to Valencia
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