The winners were selected based on their potential to create significant technological impact, spanning improved health and well-being, advanced engineering, and data-driven solutions. Each company develops technology that addresses real-world challenges, and the grants enable them to accelerate their next phase of development.
A partnership created to accelerate early-stage deep tech innovation
The collaboration between Sportgoodsfonden and DTU Science Park is rooted in a shared ambition to strengthen early growth opportunities for technology-driven companies in Denmark, with an international perspective.
Sportgoodsfonden supports innovation, entrepreneurship, and initiatives that create societal value, particularly within health, well-being, and technological development.
DTU Science Park contributes with the environment, infrastructure, and professional support that help founders turn research and development into real solutions.
Together, these efforts create a strong foundation for early-stage companies.
The combination of specialised mentoring, access to test facilities, and investor networks helps startups move faster from idea to implementation.
Awarded at the annual CEO Christmas Lunch for DTU Science Park companies
The five grants were presented at DTU Science Park’s annual CEO Christmas Lunch, an event that brings together CEOs and founders from companies in DTU Science Park to celebrate achievements and strengthen relationships within the innovation ecosystem.
By awarding the grants in this setting, the intention was twofold:
- To celebrate the innovation emerging from DTU Science Park
- To highlight companies with international ambitions and support their next steps beyond Denmark
The event also emphasises the importance of community and collaboration. It serves as a reminder of the strong innovation culture in DTU Science Park and the shared ambition to support technologies in their early stages.
The collaboration with Sportgoodsfonden gives companies an important boost
Steen Donner, CEO of DTU Science Park, highlights the collaboration as an important part of the park’s mission to support deep tech growth:
“We create the space for deep tech innovation, and that means giving companies the support they need to grow faster. The grant from Sportgoodsfonden is one of the many ways we help companies move forward. It can strengthen the companies in DTU Science Park in their efforts to secure international funding for their next stage of growth.”
Meet the five winners
This year’s winners represent a broad range of deep tech solutions, from laboratory automation and immunology to advanced robotics, nanoscience, and digital manufacturing. What they share is the potential to create real value both in Denmark and internationally.
AgriRobot – Advanced safety system for autonomous agricultural machines
AgriRobot develops safety systems that make autonomous agricultural machinery more stable and reliable in operation. Their technology helps the agricultural sector scale automation without constant human supervision.
Insight Chips – Microchip technology for faster diagnostics
Insight Chips develops nanotechnology-based chips that enable real-time observation of materials and biological processes. Their technology helps researchers understand, measure, and analyse dynamic nanoscale processes more quickly.
Snapform – Next-generation manufacturing efficiency
Snapform digitalises the production of prosthetic sockets using advanced simulation and 3D technology. This reduces reliance on manual processes and ensures users faster fittings and a more precise fit.
Techvolver – Automating precision in the lab
Techvolver automates pipette calibration, transforming a manual, time-consuming laboratory task into a faster and more precise workflow. Their technology improves data quality and efficiency in research and testing environments.
Tetramer Store – Advanced materials for research and biotech
Tetramer Store produces specialised reagents that enable researchers to identify specific T cells in the immune system. Their flexible tetramer technology is used across fields such as cancer research, immunotherapy, and vaccine development.
About Sportgoodsfonden
Sportgoodsfonden is a Danish foundation established through proceeds from the Danish sports equipment industry. Today, the foundation supports innovation, entrepreneurship, health, and technological development across Denmark.
Through its collaboration with DTU Science Park, the foundation helps strengthen the development of deep tech solutions that promote safer technology, stronger innovation, and solutions with broad societal value.
We want to support growth, development, and activities that reach beyond Denmark’s borders. It is deeply rooted in the foundation’s values to back initiatives and entrepreneurs with an international outlook. These grants are meant to help them take the next step and bring their solutions to the world.
Steen Lassen
Chairman of the Board, Sportgoodsfonden
Looking ahead
The 2025 grants mark the beginning of a partnership that will continue to support early-stage deep tech innovation.
Sportgoodsfonden and DTU Science Park share a clear ambition: to give tomorrow’s technology founders stronger conditions, better support, and more opportunities for success.
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