Nordic Fund Day,
5 May 2026
Application is now open!
Nordic Fund Day is ready for the 11th time — and for the first time ever, the event will feature as the grand finale of the impact conference, Nordic Edge Expo in Stavanger, Norway.
Are you a start-up based in
the Nordics or the Baltics, tackling some of the most pressing environmental challenges related to agriculture, food or our urban jungles?
Then you can apply to pitch.
Over 100 Nordic start-ups have already matched with our global investor network. A new group of bold start-ups will be selected to pitch at Nordic Fund Day, 5 May in Stavanger —
maybe it´s you?
Application date is 13 March, 2026.
Who is Nordic Fund Day for?
Nordic Fund Day is about bringing the right people into the room – those who can drive real impact. We focus on networking and quality matchmaking between founders and investors, ensuring the most promising ideas are paired with the right support and capital to thrive.
The startups at Nordic Fund Day range from pre-seed to series A.
We are looking for companies solving challenges related to
We are looking for these types of companies:
🏢 Buildings, Materials & Places – Proptech, architecture, new materials, circular construction, and urban development solutions.
⚡ Energy, Water & Critical Infrastructure – Energy systems, water and wastewater, stormwater, resilience, and digital infrastructure.
🛵 Mobility, Transport & Logistics – Solutions for the movement of people and goods, including green and blue mobility, transport systems, and logistics.
👨👩👦👦 Citizen Services & Governance – Public-sector innovation, digital services, participation, education, and inclusive communities.
🌱 Agri- & Foodtech – Solutions for producing, distributing, and preserving food, enabling efficient, resilient, and sustainable food systems.
What to expect as a pitching company
To ensure a smooth application process and a good foundation to raise capital, all selected companies for Nordic Fund Day go through a screening and prep-programme.
Estimated timeline
Application deadline – 13 March 2026
Selection by 27 March (Before easter)
Info-meeting – Week 15
Prep session – Week 16-17
Dry run – Week 18
Nordic Fund Day –
5 May, Stavanger (Norway)
What´s on in Stavanger, in addition to Nordic Fund Day?
Check out the highlights of Nordic Edge Expo here:
Day 1: Nordic Fund Day & Conference
Conference program
(09:00 - 15:00)
Nordic Edge Expo transforms the concert scene, Fiskepiren into a full-scale conference and meeting-place arena with two parallel stages under one roof.
Nordic Fund Day
(16:00-18:30)
11th edition of our on-stage program with selected pitching companies at Fiskepiren.
Open to all. Free of charge. 10-12 selected companies will pitch on the stage
Nordic Fund Day, the Mixer
(18:30-20:00)
By invitation-only networking session for investors, pitching companies and members of Nordic Edge.
Day 2: Workshops
Day two of the event will consist of curated workshops to choose from for the participants. Ranging from testbeds in urban context, digitalization, climate-neutral cities, discussions about what's making innovation great. And that's just a small part of all the important topics that will be covered throughout the day. The key component to all the workshops is interaction and creating spaces for meaningful conversations and actions – not just listening to someone and then leave.
Why you should be in Stavanger this week
Obviously, because we — Nordic Edge, are inviting you, and because we’re concentrating our matchmaking activities, in Stavanger’s vibrant harbour area, making it easy and efficient to attend the program, explore the city and connect with the people who matter for your business — all within a short walk of each other.
But also because, Stavanger is simply a great place with outgoing people, cozy atmosphere, beautiful nature and good food.
Explore our program highlights, block the dates in your calendar and stay in the loop as we shape the program to maximize relevance and value for you.
Tickets for the full the full Expo 2026 to be bought here. You dont need a ticket to attend Nordic Fund Day only.
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