CARNET Ecosystem Day 2026

CARNET Ecosystem Day is an annual event that brings together entrepreneurs, our founding members — Volkswagen Group Innovation, SEAT S.A., and Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - BarcelonaTech — alongside industrial partners and key stakeholders from the automotive and urban mobility sectors. It fosters a dynamic space for dialogue, collaboration, and the unveiling of the most promising start-ups emerging within the vibrant Southern European ecosystem.

This unique gathering is designed for start-ups developing cutting-edge solutions to tackle the evolving challenges of the automotive and urban mobility industries.

The forthcoming CARNET Ecosystem Day will spotlight breakthrough technologies in robotics, smart manufacturing and adaptive/collaborative AI in industrial operations, shaping the future of Logistics and Supply Chain Automation. In particular, the event will focus on:

- Intelligent Robotics & Collaborative Automation
- AI-Driven Smart Manufacturing
- Future Logistics and Supply Chain Automation
- Adaptive AI in Industrial Operations

Join us as we explore the next wave of automotive and mobility innovation, connecting forward-thinking start-ups with industry leaders to shape the future of transportation.

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OUR ECOSYSTEM

Founding Members

DATE

May 27th 2026 | 10:00am – 14:00pm CET

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TENTATIVE AGENDA


Kickstart the day of innovation and networking. Grab your badge at the entrance, a warm welcome awaits!

We will set the stage for a day of inspiring ideas and collaboration opportunities by introducing CARNET and our Innovation Ecosystem.

Dive into the future of automotive and urban mobility, how innovation is fostered, promoting breakthroughs and nurturing strong relationships with start-ups.

A quick spotlight moment for all participating start-ups—get a sneak peek at the innovators shaping the future of mobility before they take the stage.

Network, caffeinate, and explore!

A selected group of highlighted start-ups will have the opportunity to pitch their solutions directly in front of the audience and the attending companies.

We've also prepared a showroom where the rest of the invited start-ups will be able to unveil their innovative solutions, poised to shape the future of mobility.

We will continue conversations and to connect over lunch. Forge new partnerships and collaborations in a relaxed setting, surrounded by fellow innovators and industry leaders.

LOCATION

CASA SEAT,
Passeig de Gràcia, 109
Barcelona

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How to participate

To be considered for the evaluation phase and a potential invitation to the event, please complete the registration form and confirm you will be able to attend in-person.

Apply by 30 April 2026 (EOD)

Register your application now →

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Need more details?

Contact person

Bartosz Wybraniec, Tech Scout
bartosz.wybraniec@upc.edu

PAST EDITIONS

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