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The startup scene in Croatia
Zagreb’s city profile reports an estimated population of 774,225 for 2024 and an area of 641 km² measured in 2021. [47976]
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Zagreb’s city profile reports an estimated population of 774,225 for 2024 and an area of 641 km² measured in 2021. [47976]
ZICER’s 2026 cohort included multiple applied-technology sectors, including AI, robotics, health, and energy. [47981] On June 23, 2026, ZICER announced that it had selected 20 teams from 110 applicants. [47980] Its official page marked applications for the 2026 cycle closed when checked on October 2, 2026, and described a June-to-December program window. [47978]
Company-reported examples of Zagreb-linked activity include Infobip’s timeline, which records a Zagreb office and platform milestone in 2008 and unicorn status in 2020. [47985] Rimac places its headquarters in neighboring Sveta Nedelja and reports a 450-person research and development office in Zagreb. [47984] BlackPeak Capital describes Fasal Bio as a Zagreb-headquartered producer of Naturion, a renewable wood composite, founded in 2012. [47986]
BlackPeak Capital announced a €7 million growth-equity investment in Fasal Bio on April 23, 2026, intended for production-capacity, commercial, and research and development expansion. [47987][47988]
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Zagreb ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #225 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Emerging Ecosystems Ranking (GSER Top 100) | 2023 | 91 to 100 | No prior edition | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent |
25 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Zagreb
Investors 14
Investor
InvestorInvesting in growth-ready companies in Southeast Europe.
InvestorEmpowering founders in Southeast Europe.
The 3 most prominent of 14. Browse all investors
Incubators 6
IncubatorCroatia's first AI-focused startup incubator.
IncubatorTransforming ideas into competitive products.
IncubatorIncubation center for biosciences and biotechnology
The 3 most prominent of 6. Browse all incubators
Accelerators 3
AcceleratorEmpowering entrepreneurs to transform ideas into impactful solutions.
AcceleratorAccelerating innovation in Central and Eastern Europe.
AcceleratorEmpowering SMEs through strategic marketing solutions.
Venture studios 2
Venture studioBuilding deep-tech startups from scientific research.
Venture studioBuilding and managing startups in Croatia.
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What the sources say about Zagreb
tportal/Hina reports that internationalization was a shared priority among 57 surveyed ZICER startups.
Source: ZICER's next phase is startup internationalization supportStartupBlink's September 2026 page puts Zagreb at #242 globally and #1 nationally under its own index.
Source: Top Startups in ZagrebThe announced financing is intended for manufacturing, commercial and R&D expansion.
Source: BlackPeak Capital Invests €7 Million in Fasal BioBlackPeak announced a €7 million growth-equity investment in Fasal Bio.
Source: BlackPeak Capital Invests €7 Million in Fasal BioBlackPeak describes Fasal as a Zagreb-headquartered materials producer founded in 2012.
Source: BlackPeak Capital Invests €7 Million in Fasal BioInfobip's timeline records a Zagreb engineering office and platform milestone in 2008 and unicorn status in 2020.
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Questions about Zagreb
How does Zagreb rank as a startup ecosystem?
Its best position is #225 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 2 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Zagreb?
14 investors based in Zagreb have a profile here, including Fil Rouge Capital, Invera Equity Partners and AYMO Ventures. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Zagreb?
Yes. Zagreb has 3 accelerators, 6 incubators and 2 venture studios on record, including Smion, BIRD Incubator and Nuqleus.
Geographic proximity
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