Organization · Accelerator
Industrio Ventures
Industrio Ventures is the first hardware startup accelerator in Italy, based in Rovereto, Trentino-Alto Adige. It supports innovative product startups in key sectors of the Italian economy by providing investments, expertise, and access to a network of partners.
Overview
What Industrio Ventures does
What Industrio Ventures is
Industrio Ventures is the first hardware startup accelerator in Italy, based in Rovereto, Trentino-Alto Adige. It supports innovative product startups in key sectors of the Italian economy by providing investments, expertise, and access to a network of partners.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder and program host and event host capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Accelerator
- Structured capabilities
- Funder · Program host · Event host
- Last reviewed
- March 16, 2026
What Accelerator means
An accelerator is a structured, short-term program designed to speed up a startup's progress toward product-market fit, traction, fundraising, or scale.
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Capability profile
Industrio Ventures as a funder
Investment thesis
Industrio Ventures invests in innovative product startups across various sectors, focusing on providing initial funding, business development support, and access to a network of companies and universities to help bring products to market efficiently.
Focus narrative
Industrio Ventures invests in innovative product startups operating in sectors such as new automotive, smart transportation, digital manufacturing, biotech, robotics, and technologies for agriculture and the environment. The organization offers initial funding, business development support, prototyping assistance, and access to a network of companies and universities to help startups bring their products to market efficiently.
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed · Seed+
- Regions
- Europe
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Not published
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded portfolio count
- 12
Portfolio context
Notable portfolio companies include: SmartFAB: Provides industrial analytics solutions using AI to optimize manufacturing processes. Witty Power: Develops smart charging solutions for electric vehicle fleets and consumer electronics. Robotizr: Offers a no-code digital interface to help manufacturers reduce costs associated with robots and machinery. Cyber Evolution: Delivers high-tech cybersecurity solutions with a plug-and-play device for industrial networks. Red Lynx Robotics: An innovative startup focused on robotics and AI applications in industrial settings. Agroxx: Aims to promote sustainable agriculture with a patented system for efficient flower thinning. MaCh3D: Provides a materials testing ecosystem with cloud-based data processing. Smart Factory: Develops flexible automation machines for modern assembly processes. Nova Labs: Creates hardware and software systems for building innovative robots. Mirnagreen: Works on extracting and distributing bioactive substances for health applications. Bermat: Constructs customizable sports cars using a patented modular chassis. Melixa: Develops a monitoring system for beehives to improve apiculture efficiency. DR Wine Tech: Innovates wine bottling technology to enhance preservation and reduce additives.
Capability profile
Industrio Ventures as a program host
Program thesis
Italy's first hardware startup accelerator, supporting innovative product startups at the intersection of Industry 4.0, manufacturing, and deep technology through funding, technical expertise, prototyping resources, and manufacturing guidance.
Terms and economics
- Indicative investment
- $137,500
- Indicative equity
- 12.5%
Format and cadence
- Typical duration
- 26 weeks
- Cohorts per year
- 2
- Format
- In Person
Availability
- Application state
- Accepting
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Sectors
- Additive ManufacturingAgTechArtificial IntelligenceBiotech & Life SciencesFood & AgricultureFrontier & Deep TechIndustrial & ManufacturingInternet of ThingsMobility & TransportationRobotics & Autonomous Systems
- Regions
- Europe · Global · Western Europe
Alumni and track record
- Last recorded cohort
- January 10, 2024
Capability profile
Industrio Ventures as an event host
Event focus
Industrio Ventures invests in and supports startups in sectors such as automotive, smart transportation, digital manufacturing, biotech, robotics, and technology for agriculture and the environment. The organization emphasizes a rapid acceleration process, aiming to bring startups to market within six months. It employs a lean methodology to assist startups in developing their business models, validating prototypes, and preparing for market launch.
Format narrative
Industrio Ventures runs a six-month acceleration program for selected startups, providing mentorship, funding, and access to resources. The program includes funding of up to €125,000 in total investment, with €25,000 for initial support, mentorship from industry experts, and collaboration with professionals for product development.
Participant value
Industrio Ventures provides startups with essential resources, mentorship, and funding to accelerate their growth and bring innovative products to market quickly.
Format and cadence
- Startups can present
- Yes
Availability
- Registration state
- Accepting
Audience and fit
- Selection criteria
- invite-only
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Audience
- Founders · Investors
- Regions
- Europe
Speakers and past editions
Speakers
Key team members include Gabriele Paglialonga (General Director), Alberto Gasperi (Funding & Business Developer), Alfredo Maglione (Microelectronic & Engineering), Alessio Romani (Operations & Lean Manufacturing Expert), Davide Ferrari (Investment Manager), Lucia Chierchia (Technology Organization Expert), Gabriele Catania (Strategic Communication and PR), and Nicola Cerato (Open Innovation Services).
Common questions
What to know about Industrio Ventures
Upseed classifies Industrio Ventures under the Accelerator organization type. Its current public profile includes funder, program host, and event host capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 16, 2026
Known limits
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