Start-up City, powered by Big 5 Global, connects startups with the construction industry, focusing on innovation, sustainability, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
It serves as a launchpad for startups to showcase their innovative solutions and strategies to leading construction companies and key stakeholders across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.
The platform offers you the unique opportunity to showcase your solution to construction stakeholders and decision-makers and capitalise on the 40+ years of traction Big 5 Global offers.
*Numbers based on Big 5 Global 2023 survey.
Smart cities
& mobility
AI, IoT
& robotics
Digital engineering
& BIM
Virtual
reality
Sustainability
& smart grids
Construction
products
New & smart
materials
Modular construction
& 3D printing
As an exhibitor, you get access to the Start-up City Pitch Competition
— an opportunity to showcase your start-up to stakeholders,
paving the way for impactful connections and collaborations.
Top 10 start-ups will compete on stage at the Start-up City finals on 28 November 2024. The winner announcement will take place during the invite-only FutureTech Summit networking event, where all start-ups will have access to celebrate the winner and connect with C-suite professionals.
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As an exhibiting start-up, you get exclusive one-on-one time with experts. The reserved time will be your chance to receive valuable guidance, input and feedback to help you accelerate your business growth.
"We are honoured to have won 1st place at the Big 5 Global Start-up City Pitch Competition, established great connections & potential customers. As a US based company, we understand the importance of establishing connections on the ground in order to expand into the region. Big 5 Global was a great catalyst for break through!"
Tim Sperry
Founder & CEO - Carbon Limit
Prepare yourself for an extraordinary journey at Start-up City, where groundbreaking ideas intersect with the evolution of the construction industry.
This exclusive gateway is your opportunity to discover the future of construction and establish connections that will redefine the industry's landscape.
Deep Chakraborty, CEO, ENACT SYSTEMS INC
Konstantinos Souvatzoglou, COO, Cocoon Modules PC
Slawomir Chelminski, CEO, Innovation Vent