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FUTURY - the Startup Factory

We transform talents into founders, research into companies, innovation into impact.

Futury is one of Germany’s ten officially recognized Startup Factories, bringing together scientists, founders, startups, investors, and industry leaders to turn breakthrough ideas into scalable ventures. By building a vibrant ecosystem and providing structured programs, we want to transform the Rhine-Main Region in an entrepreneurial hotspot.

// Turn Ideas Into Real Companies

One Ecosystem. One Journey. Endless Opportunities.


// OUR FOCUS AREAS

Building the Future through Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Collaboration.

Life Sciences & Healthcare
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Aviation & Aerospace
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Banking & Finance
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AI & Cybersecurity
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Deep Tech & Green Tech
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// Join the FUTURY Ecosystem

Our Ecosystem powered by strong partners

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STARTUPS
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TALENTS
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RESEARCHERS
// Our Universities and Entrepreneurship Centers

Our Universities

// Strong Partners

Our Corporate Partners

// Project Partners & Network Partners

Our Factory Members

Upcoming events

Futury

28.10.2026

Futury Idea Check #6/26

Very early-stage founders pitch their startup ideas (1–2 minutes) and receive structured, honest feedback from the group and coach. The session combines practical input on user research and validation with live idea challenges, helping participants test assumptions, refine their concept, and define clear next steps before building.

Format
Online Learning Workshop
Benefits
Consulting Ideation Mentoring

Futury

28.10.2026

Futury Idea Check #6/26

Very early-stage founders pitch their startup ideas (1–2 minutes) and receive structured, honest feedback from the group and coach. The session combines practical input on user research and validation with live idea challenges, helping participants test assumptions, refine their concept, and define clear next steps before building.

Format
Online Learning Workshop
Benefits
Consulting Ideation Mentoring
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TU Darmstadt / Highest

29.10.2026

INNODAY26

At #INNODAY26 on 29 October 2026 in Darmstadt, entrepreneurial spirit and innovation meet business, science and politics. More than 100 exhibitors, inspiring keynotes and the Start-up Pitch Corner offer a diverse supporting programme with numerous networking formats and workshops.

Format
Fair Stage Event
Benefits
Network Startup Promotion Industry Contacts Pitching Opportunity

TU Darmstadt / Highest

29.10.2026

INNODAY26

At #INNODAY26 on 29 October 2026 in Darmstadt, entrepreneurial spirit and innovation meet business, science and politics. More than 100 exhibitors, inspiring keynotes and the Start-up Pitch Corner offer a diverse supporting programme with numerous networking formats and workshops.

Format
Fair Stage Event
Benefits
Network Startup Promotion Industry Contacts Pitching Opportunity
Learn more / Sign up

Futury

29.10.2026 – 30.10.2026

Lab2Market #7 @ Mechanical Engineering (incl. INNODAY26)

Two-day bootcamp where researchers test their research against real market needs and build a first business model. With feedback from industry, founders and peers. Special edition with focus on mechanical engineering and related fields. INNODAY26 included during the first day of the bootcamp.

Format
Workshop
Benefits
Business Model Pitching Opportunity Ideation

Futury

29.10.2026 – 30.10.2026

Lab2Market #7 @ Mechanical Engineering (incl. INNODAY26)

Two-day bootcamp where researchers test their research against real market needs and build a first business model. With feedback from industry, founders and peers.

Special edition with focus on mechanical engineering and related fields. INNODAY26 included during the first day of the bootcamp.

Format
Workshop
Benefits
Business Model Pitching Opportunity Ideation
Learn more / Sign up
// Please note: our press releases are available in German only

Beyond the hype. Real insights.

Hessen Ideen öffnet sich für weiteres Kapital: Naspa fördert über Futury als erstes Finanzinstitut das Hessen Ideen Stipendium
Hessen Ideen öffnet sich für weiteres Kapital: Naspa fördert über Futury als erstes Finanzinstitut das Hessen Ideen Stipendium
STATION und FUTURY bündeln Kräfte
STATION und FUTURY bündeln Kräfte
Ein Jahr FUTURY Startup Factory: Wie die Rhein-Main-Region zum Startup-Standort geworden ist  
Ein Jahr FUTURY Startup Factory: Wie die Rhein-Main-Region zum Startup-Standort geworden ist  
Die ITSG wird neuer Partner der Futury Startup Factory
Die ITSG wird neuer Partner der Futury Startup Factory
Stadt Frankfurt entwickelt Gründungsförderung weiter - Zwei neue Standorte für Gründerinnen und Gründer
Stadt Frankfurt entwickelt Gründungsförderung weiter – Zwei neue Standorte für Gründerinnen und Gründer
HIGHEST und FUTURY starten zweite Phase des Company Builders für Deep-Tech-Gründungen 
HIGHEST und FUTURY starten zweite Phase des Company Builders für Deep-Tech-Gründungen