Forward Factory

About

The Forward Factory is an acceleration program launched by CDP Venture Capital aimed at seed and early-stage startups in the digital manufacturing sector, providing up to €8.64 million in funding, professional guidance, and collaboration opportunities with industry leaders to enhance market entry and innovation in manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to €8.64 million in funding support (including follow-up acceleration funds)
• 🎓Training & Mentorship
• 6-month acceleration process with professional entrepreneurial and technical guidance
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Collaboration with investors and industry leaders to complete POC projects
• 🎤Publicity Opportunities
  Participation in a final Demo Day to showcase project results
• 🤝Networking Opportunities
  Become an important member of the CDP national accelerator network ecosystem

Eligibility Criteria

• Seed and early-stage startups in digital manufacturing
• Must support digital manufacturing technologies (blockchain, AR, VR, IIoT, AI, big data, cybersecurity, cloud computing, digital robotics)
• Must have a registered office in Italy

Target Sector

Digital Manufacturing

Target Location

Italy