BIO-Europe 2026 in Cologne: Three Partners. One Health Innovation Region.
From November 9 to 11, 2026, BIO-Europe, one of the leading partnering events in the international biotechnology and life sciences industry, took place in Cologne.
November 13, 2026
Network
Three days of meetings, new perspectives and promising connections provided an excellent opportunity to showcase the scientific excellence, the start-up activities and innovative strength of Cologne and the Rhineland to an international professional audience. We at BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln were also pleased to be part of the event.
Three Partners. One Health Innovation Region. Cologne and the Rhineland.
Under this motto, KölnBusiness - the Economic Development Agency of Cologne, Gateway Factory and BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln joined forces at a shared exhibition booth at BIO-Europe.
Three partners, three distinct areas of expertise and one common goal: to position Cologne and the Rhineland as a leading innovation hub for health and life sciences, both nationally and internationally.
While KölnBusiness drives the region’s economic development and connects businesses, Gateway Factory supports technology-driven start-ups and accelerates the growth of young companies. BioCampus Cologne |RTZ Köln provides life sciences companies with the right infrastructure and room to grow – from laboratory space to community management and tailored support.
Our joint presence at BIO-Europe gave young companies in particular the opportunity to establish valuable contacts and connect with international partners.
From Pitch Competition to the International Stage
An important milestone on the road to BIO-Europe was the Road to BIO-Europe Pitch Competition, held in July at InnoDom Cologne. Together with Gateway Factory and KölnBusiness, we invited ambitious life sciences start-ups to present their innovative ideas and technologies to a panel of experts and an interested audience.
Nine selected teams impressed with the diversity of their approaches and their scientific excellence:
ACCURIDS, BioThrust, Detechgene, Elutiq (formerly known as JWP– Drug Elution Solutions), LIMAA Technologies, LIQOMICS, myotwin, VitrofluidiX and Vivalyx.
The quality of the presentations impressed the jury so much that all participating start-ups were awarded a ticket to BIO-Europe. Elutiq (formerly known as JWP – Drug Elution Solutions) emerged as the winner and was additionally given the opportunity to present on the official BIO-Europe stage.
Wa'el Al Rawashdeh, CEO of Elutiq, seized this opportunity to present the company and its innovations to an international professional audience. The Aachen-based startup develops innovative implant materials that release medication directly into the bone, helping to combat infections and promote bone healing. This approach has the potential to improve the treatment of complex orthopaedic conditions and reduce the need for surgical interventions.
By presenting its work on the BIO-Europe stage, Elutiq had the opportunity to showcase its innovations to an international audience and raise its profile beyond the regional level. This is a great example of how targeted support and strong networks can open up new opportunities for young companies.
Valuable Connections and New Perspectives
BIO-Europe offered participating start-ups an excellent opportunity to present their technologies and business models to an international expert audience, establish new contacts and meet potential collaboration partners. For young life sciences companies in particular, these encounters can provide important momentum for future partnerships and growth.
BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln also strengthened its international network, showcased Cologne as a business location and highlighted the wide range of opportunities offered by our life sciences ecosystem.
Driving Innovation Together
BIO-Europe 2026 once again demonstrated the importance of close collaboration within the regional innovation ecosystem. When economic development organisations, start-up support initiatives, research and technology infrastructure providers, and companies work towards a common goal, new opportunities for innovation and growth emerge.
We would like to extend our special thanks to our partners at Gateway Factory and KölnBusiness, as well as to all participating start-ups.
And we look forward to building on the connections we have made and initiating new collaborations.
Because innovation requires not only excellent research, but above all a strong network and the right environment in which to grow.
BIO-Europe 2026 in Cologne: Three Partners. One Health Innovation Region.
From November 9 to 11, 2026, BIO-Europe, one of the leading partnering events in the international biotechnology and life sciences industry, took place in Cologne.
November 13, 2026
Network
Three days of meetings, new perspectives and promising connections provided an excellent opportunity to showcase the scientific excellence, the start-up activities and innovative strength of Cologne and the Rhineland to an international professional audience. We at BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln were also pleased to be part of the event.
Three Partners. One Health Innovation Region. Cologne and the Rhineland.
Under this motto, KölnBusiness - the Economic Development Agency of Cologne, Gateway Factory and BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln joined forces at a shared exhibition booth at BIO-Europe.
Three partners, three distinct areas of expertise and one common goal: to position Cologne and the Rhineland as a leading innovation hub for health and life sciences, both nationally and internationally.
While KölnBusiness drives the region’s economic development and connects businesses, Gateway Factory supports technology-driven start-ups and accelerates the growth of young companies. BioCampus Cologne |RTZ Köln provides life sciences companies with the right infrastructure and room to grow – from laboratory space to community management and tailored support.
Our joint presence at BIO-Europe gave young companies in particular the opportunity to establish valuable contacts and connect with international partners.
From Pitch Competition to the International Stage
An important milestone on the road to BIO-Europe was the Road to BIO-Europe Pitch Competition, held in July at InnoDom Cologne. Together with Gateway Factory and KölnBusiness, we invited ambitious life sciences start-ups to present their innovative ideas and technologies to a panel of experts and an interested audience.
Nine selected teams impressed with the diversity of their approaches and their scientific excellence:
ACCURIDS, BioThrust, Detechgene, Elutiq (formerly known as JWP– Drug Elution Solutions), LIMAA Technologies, LIQOMICS, myotwin, VitrofluidiX and Vivalyx.
The quality of the presentations impressed the jury so much that all participating start-ups were awarded a ticket to BIO-Europe. Elutiq (formerly known as JWP – Drug Elution Solutions) emerged as the winner and was additionally given the opportunity to present on the official BIO-Europe stage.
Wa'el Al Rawashdeh, CEO of Elutiq, seized this opportunity to present the company and its innovations to an international professional audience. The Aachen-based startup develops innovative implant materials that release medication directly into the bone, helping to combat infections and promote bone healing. This approach has the potential to improve the treatment of complex orthopaedic conditions and reduce the need for surgical interventions.
By presenting its work on the BIO-Europe stage, Elutiq had the opportunity to showcase its innovations to an international audience and raise its profile beyond the regional level. This is a great example of how targeted support and strong networks can open up new opportunities for young companies.
Valuable Connections and New Perspectives
BIO-Europe offered participating start-ups an excellent opportunity to present their technologies and business models to an international expert audience, establish new contacts and meet potential collaboration partners. For young life sciences companies in particular, these encounters can provide important momentum for future partnerships and growth.
BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln also strengthened its international network, showcased Cologne as a business location and highlighted the wide range of opportunities offered by our life sciences ecosystem.
Driving Innovation Together
BIO-Europe 2026 once again demonstrated the importance of close collaboration within the regional innovation ecosystem. When economic development organisations, start-up support initiatives, research and technology infrastructure providers, and companies work towards a common goal, new opportunities for innovation and growth emerge.
We would like to extend our special thanks to our partners at Gateway Factory and KölnBusiness, as well as to all participating start-ups.
And we look forward to building on the connections we have made and initiating new collaborations.
Because innovation requires not only excellent research, but above all a strong network and the right environment in which to grow.
BIO-Europe 2026 in Cologne: Three Partners. One Health Innovation Region.
From November 9 to 11, 2026, BIO-Europe, one of the leading partnering events in the international biotechnology and life sciences industry, took place in Cologne.
November 13, 2026
Network
Three days of meetings, new perspectives and promising connections provided an excellent opportunity to showcase the scientific excellence, the start-up activities and innovative strength of Cologne and the Rhineland to an international professional audience. We at BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln were also pleased to be part of the event.
Three Partners. One Health Innovation Region. Cologne and the Rhineland.
Under this motto, KölnBusiness - the Economic Development Agency of Cologne, Gateway Factory and BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln joined forces at a shared exhibition booth at BIO-Europe.
Three partners, three distinct areas of expertise and one common goal: to position Cologne and the Rhineland as a leading innovation hub for health and life sciences, both nationally and internationally.
While KölnBusiness drives the region’s economic development and connects businesses, Gateway Factory supports technology-driven start-ups and accelerates the growth of young companies. BioCampus Cologne |RTZ Köln provides life sciences companies with the right infrastructure and room to grow – from laboratory space to community management and tailored support.
Our joint presence at BIO-Europe gave young companies in particular the opportunity to establish valuable contacts and connect with international partners.
From Pitch Competition to the International Stage
An important milestone on the road to BIO-Europe was the Road to BIO-Europe Pitch Competition, held in July at InnoDom Cologne. Together with Gateway Factory and KölnBusiness, we invited ambitious life sciences start-ups to present their innovative ideas and technologies to a panel of experts and an interested audience.
Nine selected teams impressed with the diversity of their approaches and their scientific excellence:
ACCURIDS, BioThrust, Detechgene, Elutiq (formerly known as JWP– Drug Elution Solutions), LIMAA Technologies, LIQOMICS, myotwin, VitrofluidiX and Vivalyx.
The quality of the presentations impressed the jury so much that all participating start-ups were awarded a ticket to BIO-Europe. Elutiq (formerly known as JWP – Drug Elution Solutions) emerged as the winner and was additionally given the opportunity to present on the official BIO-Europe stage.
Wa'el Al Rawashdeh, CEO of Elutiq, seized this opportunity to present the company and its innovations to an international professional audience. The Aachen-based startup develops innovative implant materials that release medication directly into the bone, helping to combat infections and promote bone healing. This approach has the potential to improve the treatment of complex orthopaedic conditions and reduce the need for surgical interventions.
By presenting its work on the BIO-Europe stage, Elutiq had the opportunity to showcase its innovations to an international audience and raise its profile beyond the regional level. This is a great example of how targeted support and strong networks can open up new opportunities for young companies.
Valuable Connections and New Perspectives
BIO-Europe offered participating start-ups an excellent opportunity to present their technologies and business models to an international expert audience, establish new contacts and meet potential collaboration partners. For young life sciences companies in particular, these encounters can provide important momentum for future partnerships and growth.
BioCampus Cologne | RTZ Köln also strengthened its international network, showcased Cologne as a business location and highlighted the wide range of opportunities offered by our life sciences ecosystem.
Driving Innovation Together
BIO-Europe 2026 once again demonstrated the importance of close collaboration within the regional innovation ecosystem. When economic development organisations, start-up support initiatives, research and technology infrastructure providers, and companies work towards a common goal, new opportunities for innovation and growth emerge.
We would like to extend our special thanks to our partners at Gateway Factory and KölnBusiness, as well as to all participating start-ups.
And we look forward to building on the connections we have made and initiating new collaborations.
Because innovation requires not only excellent research, but above all a strong network and the right environment in which to grow.