Growing internationally – together

As part of the 11^th NRW Nano Conference, ZENIT GmbH, in collaboration with the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), offers a unique opportunity for national and international start-ups, SMEs, research institutions, and companies to connect and collaborate.

In a moderated pitching format,  international participants will present their expertise, technologies, and cooperation needs in short sessions. This will be followed by a structured matchmaking event with potential partners from industry and academia – with a strong emphasis on international collaboration.

Focus on funding opportunities:

At the accompanying ZENIT GmbH booth, experts will provide tailored advice on regional, national, and EU-level funding programmes – from initial project planning to cross-border cooperation. Focus areas include semiconductors, nanomaterials, measurement technologies, and nanoparticle systems.

Depending on capacity, ZENIT also offers individual, personalized matchmaking.

International participants can submit a profile at least two weeks before the event, outlining their key cooperation interests and expectations. Based on this information, 1:1 meetings will be arranged before and during the NRW Nano Conference.

Location:
Hall 4 & 5 (1^st floor) for Pitching& Matchmaking
The ZENIT/EEN-Booth for tailored advice and individual discussions

Date:
30 September – 1 October 2025, during the “Lunch breaks” of the NRW Nano Conference

Contact:
Benno Weißner Benno.Weissner@zenit.eu
Jan Siebenborn Jan.Siebenborn@zenit.eu

Participation & Registration:
Participation in the “International Pitching & Partnering” sessions requires a valid ticket for the 11^th NRW Nano Conference.
Please use the registration form to participate in pitching & matchmaking.