The Startup Area offers young companies in the mobility industry the opportunity to present their concepts to an international audience of experts. All approved startups receive a free stand space in the Startup Area. Participating startups benefit from valuable contacts, two days of networking, and participation in BUS2Pitch, the official startup competition of BUS2BUS.

During the popular Future Night at BUS2BUS, a jury of experts will present the Startup Award to the most innovative startup. The award will be based on the degree of innovation, scalability, and impact.

Applications are already in full swing. The deadline is December 15, 2025.

The Fresh Travel Award seeks innovative concepts for the future of bus mobility – from sustainable travel and vehicle and interior design to digital services. Participants will present their ideas in the Fresh Travel Pitch before an expert jury. The best concept will be awarded during the Future Night and gain maximum visibility in the industry.

Showcase your innovation at the Fresh Travel Pitch!

As a sponsor of the Startup or Fresh Travel Award, you will benefit from unique opportunities to increase your brand awareness among decision-makers in politics, administration, and business, and to connect directly with the next generation of innovators.

If you are interested, please contact us by email at bus2bus@messe-berlin.de. We look forward to hearing from you!

Don't miss out on our exciting Startups and Fresh Travel companies and experience new and fresh ideas. Be inspired by innovative concepts and use this opportunity to gain new business contacts for your day-to-day business – all brought together at BUS2BUS 2026.