The 10 best startup accelerators in Lisbon

Startup Lisboa is a private non-profit association that was founded in 2011. Their mission is to support the creation and early years of activity for startups by providing office space and a comprehensive support structure. This includes mentoring, access to strategic partners and investment, assistance with business fundamentals, networking opportunities, and communication support.

Dream Assembly is a fashion and retail tech accelerator based in Lisboa, Portugal, founded in 2018. It provides startups in the industry with personalized support and grants them access to valuable resources from Farfetch, fostering their growth and development.

Beta-i is a Lisbon-based startup accelerator founded in 2010 that focuses on nurturing and supporting early-stage companies through its comprehensive innovation ecosystem, led by a team of experienced co-founders, including André Marquet, Manuel Tânger, Pedro Rocha Vieira, Pedro Santos, Ricardo Marvão, Sofia Pessanha, and Tiago Pinto.

Build Up Labs is a Startup Studio and Incubator located in Lisbon, Portugal, founded in 2014 by Rui Gouveia, focused on assisting startups in launching and growing their businesses in a more efficient manner.

Building Global Innovators is a tech-based accelerator located in Lisbon, Portugal, that focuses on supporting ventures with a strong emphasis on technology, particularly in sectors such as Health Tech and Enterprise IT. Since its establishment in 2010, the accelerator has provided various forms of funding options including crowdfunding, debt, grants, private equity, and seed investments, under the leadership of Gonçalo Amorim.

Fábrica de Startups is a prominent business accelerator in Portugal, dedicated to empowering startups through creation, validation, and internationalization. They offer comprehensive support programs and expert advisory services, fueling the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the region.

Maze X is an early stage venture accelerator based in Lisbon, Portugal, founded by Antonio Miguel, Luís Fonseca, and Rita Casimiro. It aims to support and propel ambitious impact start-ups towards achieving unicorn status, with a focus on driving positive social and environmental change.

Starter Business Acceleration is an accelerator program based in Lisbon, Portugal, that focuses on bringing innovation to the energy industry. With its strategic location in the capital city, the accelerator offers an ideal environment for startups to access a vibrant ecosystem of energy companies, investors, and mentors, empowering them to develop and scale disruptive solutions that can transform the future of the energy sector.