
Start-up Route

Targeting more stand visitors: The Start-up Route showcases young, innovative companies exhibiting in the start-up zones in Hall B6 and Hall A4, as well as in the Naval Start-up Area in Hall B8. It is aimed at start-ups that are providing fresh impetus for the maritime industry through new technologies, digital solutions, sustainable approaches or disruptive business models. Exhibitors in the start-up areas benefit from a high level of attention, as SMM visitors are specifically looking for new ideas, rapid innovation cycles and partners for joint development projects.
As one of six themed routes, the Start-up Route makes it easier for trade visitors to find innovative suppliers and helps founders present their solutions directly to potential customers, investors, technology partners and decision-makers.
Listing in the Start-up Route is included for exhibiting companies within the start-up areas and is reserved for them.

Meet the maritime industry’s future leaders. Participating Start-ups@SMM are grouped together in dedicated areas. According to their field of service, they are located close to established exhibitors in the sector-specific halls.
Moreover, SMM offers game-changing players an optimal platform for business success with an extensive presentation- and pitch-programme for start-ups and their innovative concepts.
Look for the icon marking the Start-up Route. It identifies the participating companies in the online exhibitordirectory and in the visitor guide.
Our tip: Create your own personalised list of favourites in SMM Connect in the online exhibitor directory and conveniently arrange appointments with exhibitors in the run-up to the exhibition.



