Maria 01: Over 100 startups to compete in the NOW Pitching Competition 2025
The event, organized in collaboration with Sisu Factory, will unfold across two parallel stages and feature 10 thematic tracks reflecting today's most relevant industriesfrom artificial intelligence and deeptech to health, sustainability, productivity, and future energy.
The Nordic startup scene is gearing up for one of the biggest events of the year. On June 3rd, the Maria 01 innovation campus will become the epicenter of tech innovation as it hosts the 2025 edition of the NOW Pitching Competition —a high-energy day where over 100 startups from around the world will pitch their projects to a panel of expert judges.
The event, organized in collaboration with Sisu Factory, will unfold across two parallel stages and feature 10 thematic tracks reflecting today’s most relevant industries—from artificial intelligence and deeptech to health, sustainability, productivity, and future energy.
A truly global lineup
Startups will be joining from Finland, Indonesia, Turkey, Austria, the UK, Japan, Norway, Sweden, Singapore, Brazil, Germany, Pakistan, India, Poland, Nigeria, Israel, the Philippines, Estonia, and the U.S., offering a snapshot of global early-stage innovation.
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Each startup will have 3 minutes to pitch, followed by a live Q&A with the jury. The tracks will be scheduled in time blocks across two parallel stages:
Lars Sonck Venue
09:00 - 10:45 → Play and Learn
10:45 - 12:30 → Health and Wellbeing
12:30 - 14:15 → Future Energy
14:15 - 16:00 → DeepTech and AI
16:00 - 17:45 → Work and Productivity
Event Space
09:00 - 10:45 Mobility and Smart Tech
10:45 - 12:30 Fintech and Security
12:30 - 14:15 Industry and Infrastructure
14:15 - 16:00 Marketplace and Platform
16:00 - 17:45 Sustainability and GreenTech
A must-attend for founders and investors
With over 100 startups, live jury questions, and strong international presence, the NOW Pitching Competition positions itself as a key platform to connect emerging talent with capital, mentors, and global growth opportunities.
- When: June 3, 2025
- Where: Maria 01 Campus, Helsinki
- Register here: https://maria.io/events/maria-01-now-pitching-competition/