Startup Germany Night becomes the German-Brazilian Startup Night with apexBrasil: startups, investors and policymakers on Praça do Comércio.
Join us for the German-Brazilian Startup Night at Web Summit 2026!
For many years, Startup Germany Night has been one of the flagship networking events for Germany's startup ecosystem during Web Summit. This year, the format enters an exciting new chapter: for the first time, the event will be hosted in close partnership with apexBrasil as the German-Brazilian Startup Night.
Bringing together startups, investors, corporates, policymakers, and ecosystem leaders from Germany, Brazil, Portugal, and beyond, the event offers a unique opportunity to connect two dynamic innovation ecosystems and foster new international partnerships.
Meet outstanding founders and innovators, exchange ideas with decision-makers, and explore new opportunities for collaboration, market access, and growth. With more than 600 expected guests, the German-Brazilian Startup Night is set to be one of the largest networking events surrounding Web Summit 2026.
Guests can look forward to inspiring welcome addresses from high-level representatives from Germany and Brazil, followed by an evening of networking, music, drinks, and finger food in a unique setting overlooking Lisbon's historic waterfront.
The event highlights the growing cooperation between Germany and Brazil in innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology. By bringing together key stakeholders from both countries, it creates new opportunities for knowledge exchange, business development, and lasting partnerships across borders.
The event is presented by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), the Federal Ministry for Digital Transformation and Government Modernisation (BMDS), the de:hub initiative, and German Accelerator. The event is held in cooperation with apexBrasil and Berlin Partner. It is organised by the German-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce (AHK Portugal) and Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI), with support from the German Embassy in Lisbon and Startup Portugal.
Why attend?
- Meet leading startups from Germany, Brazil, Portugal, and beyond
- Connect with investors, corporates, and innovation leaders
- Explore opportunities for international partnerships and market expansion
- Network with key decision-makers from business, government, and the startup ecosystem
- Become part of one of the largest networking events during the Web Summit
Agenda*
17:30 Open Doors & Registration
18:30 Welcome by Thorsten Kötschau, Managing Director, AHK Portugal
18:35 Welcome by Ambassador Daniela Schlegel
18:40 Welcome Address by Dr. Armgard Wippler, Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy
18:45 Welcome Address by Parliamentary State Secretary Thomas Jarzombek, Federal Ministry for Digital Transformation and Government Modernisation
18:50 Welcome Address by Maria Paula Sobral Velloso, Business Director of apexBrasil
19:00 Networking Reception with Music, Drinks and Finger Food
23:00 End of Event
*Programme subject to change.
We kindly ask you to register as soon as possible, as capacity is limited.
For any questions, please contact: frederike.thoene@gtai.de.
