Finance Isle of Man has flagged up the opportunity for local firms to take part in the Interceltic Startup Challenge 2025 - an international competition to spotlight innovation across the Celtic nations.
One winning startup will be selected from each of the participants, which include: Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Brittany, Cornwall, and the Isle of Man.
The chosen businesses will take part in an international growth programme and pitch live at the Interceltic Business Forum in Lorient, France, on 4 August 2025.
Applications are open now and close on 21 June 2025, with further information available at https://www.intercelticforum.com/awards.
The programme offers a platform for startups to gain international visibility, connect with investors, and access tailored support to scale their operations across borders. Winning startups access a package including mentoring, workspace, expert consulting, access to investment networks, and a range of business development tools.
The challenge is open to startups operating in the following sectors:
- Technology and Artificial Intelligence
- Sustainability and Green Innovation
- Creative Industries
- Fintech
- Manufacturing and Trade
- Sea Tech
- AgriTech
- Life Sciences, MedTech and Connected Health
