European Supply Chain Start-up Contest

Discover the next wave of European supply chain innovation!

The European supply chain start-up landscape is evolving at breathtaking speed. For the 2026 edition of the European Supply Chain Start-up Contest, eleven innovative European start-ups have been selected, each tackling a critical part of the supply chain, from AI‑driven planning and real‑time visibility to sourcing optimisation, customs compliance, and measurable sustainability impact.

Together, these start-ups showcase where supply chain innovation is heading right now. Their solutions move beyond theory and hype, addressing real operational challenges such as forecast accuracy, exception-based planning, network design, supplier intelligence, first- and last‑mile visibility and actual CO2 reduction in logistics flows.

Meet the finalists of the European Supply Chain Start-up Contest 2026

We are proud to announce the three finalists of this year’s European Supply Chain Start-up Contest. These start-ups represent the forefront of innovation across planning, data intelligence, and sustainability in supply chains today.

Each finalist will pitch live on stage during the event. Throughout the day, visitors can vote for their favourite via the audience voting. Don’t miss the chance to see them in action and support the innovation that stands out to you.

Turning sustainability into real, measurable impact

CarbonLeap helps companies reduce their Scope 3 emissions directly within their own supply chains through carbon insetting. By enabling access to low‑carbon fuels and verified emission reductions, the platform makes decarbonisation practical, measurable, and scalable, without redesigning operations.

Fast, collaborative planning for the mid-market

Horizon Solutions replaces spreadsheets and complex legacy tools with a cloud-based, AI-driven planning platform. It brings demand, supply, production, and financial planning together in one environment, enabling teams to collaborate in real time and make faster, better-informed decisions.

Making AI-driven decisions actually work in practice

Konekti transforms fragmented supply chain data into a process-driven intelligence layer. By modelling how operations truly run, it enables companies to move beyond dashboards and insights towards reliable, explainable, and actionable AI-driven decisions.

Which start-up stands out to you?

See the pitches, discover their solutions and vote!

Overview of participating start-ups & themes

Supply Chain Planning & Decision-Making

  • foresAIght – AI‑driven demand forecasting for SMEs, combining multiple forecasting models and external data sources to reduce forecast errors and inventory imbalance.  
  • Horizon Solutions – Collaborative planning platform integrating demand planning, supply planning, S&OP, and financial insights in one real‑time environment.
  • Konekti – Process‑based data layer that models supply chains end‑to‑end, enabling better AI‑supported decisions on orders, inventory, and OTIF performance.
  • Routly – Real‑time last‑mile route optimisation that continuously adapts to disruptions such as traffic, new orders, or cancellations.


Visibility & Network Insight

  • SCMotif – AI agents for supply chain network design and transport flow optimisation, making complex analyses accessible without specialist consultants.
  • Digire – End‑to‑end, real‑time visibility for complex and high‑value supply chains using IoT trackers, satellite data, and AI insights.
  • Digital Optima – First‑mile visibility platform improving purchase order communication and early risk detection between buyers, suppliers, and logistics partners.


Sourcing, Procurement & Compliance

  • FlockScore – Collective intelligence platform for supplier performance, combining anonymised market data with AI‑analysed external signals.
  • OptiProq – Sourcing optimisation as‑a‑service for SMEs, with pricing based on realised value instead of traditional software licences.
  • Northbound – AI‑powered automation of customs documentation and compliance for international trade, reducing errors and dependency on scarce specialists.


Sustainability & CO2 Reduction

  • CarbonLeap – Carbon insetting platform that enables measurable emission reductions within existing logistics flows, instead of external offsetting.