Bits & Pretzels is one of Europe’s leading founders festivals, bringing together founders, investors and corporate decision-makers in Munich each year during Oktoberfest. In 2026 it takes place from 28 to 30 September and, as in previous years, it is strongly connected to the Bavarian industrial base, from automotive and manufacturing to industrial technology and mobility.
28 - 30 September 2026
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
SPIRIT Slovenia is bringing a national delegation of six Slovenian startups to the festival. The aim is to open doors to the German and wider DACH market: to connect Slovenian technology companies with German industrial buyers, corporate partners and investors, to increase the visibility of the Slovenian innovation ecosystem in one of its most important export markets, and to give participating companies direct access to the partners and capital they need to scale.
The six companies were selected through an open public call, in which SPIRIT Slovenia received 16 applications. Selection criteria included the relevance of the technology for the German and DACH market, product maturity and traction, the clarity of the company’s goals for the market, and the strength of the team.
Fintech and embedded finance. A white-label B2B2X platform enabling non-financial companies (retail, insurance, large brands) to launch their own payment and financial products, backed by the regulatory layer, platform and support services. Partnerships with international payment infrastructure providers.
Hospitality-tech and circular economy. A B2B platform connecting industrial laundries with the short-term rental market, using proprietary software and an RFID-based traceability system to make linen rental, cleaning and logistics efficient and trackable. Active internationally with a subsidiary in Italy.
Industrial B2B AI. A platform for unified data understanding in manufacturing and engineering companies, connecting technical documentation, 2D drawings, 3D models and enterprise data (ERP, PLM, DMS) into a single AI knowledge base for secure AI use, process automation and industrial AI agents. Team includes senior industry leaders from Slovenian and global manufacturers.
Proptech and contech. A real-time data layer for the construction industry, combining satellite imagery, public and commercial data (permits, registries, transactions, tenders) and human-verified on-site intelligence, structured by AI into actionable sales opportunities. Serves leading construction-sector customers across the Adriatic region and the DACH market.
Deep tech in hydrogen and clean energy. A patented nanotechnology platform for next-generation catalysts used in fuel cells and water electrolysis, cutting the use of platinum group metals while improving efficiency. Slovenian Startup of the Year 2023, backed by international investors including the German fund HTGF, and coordinating an EIC Transition project with German industrial partners.
Clean e-mobility on water. Manufacturer of RemigoOne, a fully integrated electric outboard motor with the battery, motor and electronics sealed in a single unit. An award-winning product designed and manufactured in Slovenia, sold across international markets through an established distribution network.
More information about the Slovenian startup delegation: Mr. Aleš Ogorevc, SPIRIT Slovenia Business Development Agency, e: ales.ogorevc@spiritslovenia.si
More about the event: Bits & Pretzels 2026.
The organizer of the Slovenia startup business delegation is SPIRIT Slovenia Business Development Agency which provides comprehensive support to Slovenian exporters and startups, helping them scale internationally, strengthen their global presence, and access new markets. For more information contact us.
