About Better Mobility Accelerator
The Better Mobility Accelerator is a pan-European innovation program with headquarters in Lisbon and Vienna. It's goal is to develop innovative mobility solutions and business models tailored to the mobility needs of diverse user groups.
Building a Better
Mobility Future
In pursuit of a more inclusive and sustainable future, the Better Mobility Ecosystem is dedicated to achieving three key goals:
Direct access to living labs
Test and validate mobility products & solutions thanks to direct access to mobility living labs, industry partners and cities.
New target groups & stakeholders
Reach new audiences and accelerate international expansion with of urban mobility innovators, investors & inclusion experts.
Funding support vehicles
Work on investment readiness & opportunities to secure financial support to grow ventures & serve customers.
Benefit Startups
6-Months Hybrid Program (June-December 2024)
The program offers a unique hybrid experience, providing direct access to living labs, cities, and corporations where participants can test and validate their solutions. Continuous online cohort meet-ups and channels for easy exchange and collaboration are part of the structure.
International Market Expansion & Network Access
Participants will accelerate their market entry and expansion through a broad network, including public administration, industry partners, and new target groups. This includes access to EIT Urban Mobility programs, investment opportunities, funding instruments, and exclusive partner events across Europe.
Impact, Inclusivity & Investment Readiness
The program focuses on boosting participants' impact and preparing them for investment by connecting them with innovators, investors, and inclusivity experts. A total of €30,000 in support services, such as coaching, mentoring, and travel expenses, is provided, with a strong emphasis on creating inclusive mobility products and services.
Skill Development & Knowledge Sharing
Throughout the program, participants engage in inclusive training formats designed to foster skill development and knowledge sharing, ensuring that they are equipped to make the most of the resources and opportunities provided.
Benefit Partner
Direct Access to Innovations & Key Stakeholders
As a partner, you'll gain direct access to cutting-edge innovations, new target groups, and a network of relevant stakeholders. This access allows you to stay at the forefront of the mobility industry, identifying emerging trends and technologies early on.
Testing & Experimentation Opportunities
Partners can leverage test opportunities and experimental spaces provided by city and industry collaborators. This enables you to co-create, test, and refine solutions in real-world environments, driving impactful and practical innovations.
Networking & Exclusive Events
Participation includes access to exclusive partner events across Europe, extensive networking opportunities, and interaction with the startup cohort. This facilitates meaningful connections and collaboration with startups, industry leaders, and experts, enriching your innovation strategy
Mentorship & Brand Visibility
Partners have the opportunity to enter a curated mentoring pool, connecting with industry experts and fostering valuable partnerships. Additionally, your brand will gain visibility across all communication channels, highlighting your commitment to accessible and inclusive mobility. You'll also have the chance to frame and scout a dedicated challenge, focusing innovation efforts on specific goals and enhancing your influence in the sector.
Better Mobility Journey 2024
Experience our program in 2024 through online and offline modules, delving into investment readiness, trend research, inclusive product design, market access, and validation.
February 1 - April 19
Application Phase 2024
February - April
Info Sessions
May 29
Kick-Off Batch 2024
June 3-7
Better Mobility Module 1.0
@Vienna
July 9
Navigating the Path to Product- Market Fit through Testing
September 9-11
Better Mobility Module 2.0
@Lisbon
November 5-7
Tomorrow.Mobility World Congress
@Barcelona
November 20
Impact and Investment Readiness Module
December 12
Better Mobility Demo Day
Current Batch 2024
7Sense redefines vision by transforming physical space into tactile sensations. With forehead-based touch, users can perceive their surroundings.
Biel glasses developed smart glasses using spatial computing and mixed reality to help people with low vision navigate.
DAAV offers mobility services for passengers with reduced mobility, primarily at airports, using an advanced autonomous robotic wheelchair to enhance accessibility.
Dych offers a subscription-based shared mobility platform for e-bikes and e-scooters, with strong partnerships ensuring extensive selection and maintenance support.
Eightpins creates integrated dropper seatposts that use the bicycle frame's seat tube as the housing, revolutionizing the traditional clamped seatpost design.
Lane Patrol, offers data-driven insights to identify potential hazards and improvement of the cycling infrastructure.
Leeze provides passenger and freight transport, including city tours, hospital patient transport, on-demand public transport, and last mile deliveries via the Leezen.Taxi app.
Mobility Signage's cloud-based web application allows public transport operators to manage all passenger information monitors with a single, hardware and vendor independent system.
MOXI automates patient transportation logistics to enhance efficiency and reduce waiting times in healthcare systems.
Smart Serial Number transforms bicycles into smart vehicles using smart tags for owner identification, ownership transfer, access alerts, and theft alerts.
Velulo offers a kids bike subscription service through local shops, simplifying access to cycling with convenient size swaps.
Vionmo provides B2B sustainability solutions for the tourism & leisure industry, making the true cost of tourism visible.
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