Empower your business with the support of the GAIA-X Accelerator!

The Greek GAIA-X Accelerator is now a reality and invites SMEs, startups, entrepreneurial teams, academic institutions and public bodies to step into the new era of data-driven innovation.

The GAIA-X Accelerator is an initiative of the Ministry of Digital Governance & Artificial Intelligence, implemented by Information Society S.A. and acts as a catalyst for the entry and growth of Greek businesses in international markets.

The GAIA-X Accelerator aims to strengthen innovation, sustainable growth and the outward orientation of Greek SMEs, startups and entrepreneurial teams, opening pathways to new technologies, markets and international collaborations.

Through personalised guidance, access to specialised professionals and practical innovation tools, participants are effectively prepared to engage with European networks and data spaces. The Hub delivers training that enables secure and responsible data use, drives knowledge and insight exchange, and equips participants with the capabilities to convert information into action—and data into value.

Why become a member?

For Business Teams, Startups, and SMEs

• Access to the Accelerator with personalized mentoring, coaching, and consulting programs.
• Support in shaping and maturing the business idea, from proposal stage to commercial implementation.
• Use of the Electronic Platform for training, networking, and collaborations.
• Participation in thematic collaboration spaces and events that enhance extroversion and international networking.

For Mentors

• Inclusion in the Hub’s Mentor Registry and participation in high-impact mentoring & coaching activities.
• Opportunity to collaborate with high-potential teams and businesses, transferring experience and expertise.
• Enhancement of personal recognition and visibility within the innovation ecosystem.
• Access to networks, research data, and collaboration opportunities with organizations and businesses.

For the Market

• Direct connection with the innovation ecosystem, gaining access to emerging technologies, solutions, and talent.
• Opportunity to participate in projects and collaborations with startups and SMEs to develop innovative applications.
• Strengthening of corporate image through active presence in GAIA-X thematic hubs and activities.
• Participation in co-shaping policies and strategies for data utilization and competitiveness enhancement.

For Institutional, Research, and Other Organizations

• Opportunity to collaborate with businesses and industry to leverage research results and know-how.
• Participation in joint activities, research projects, and thematic hubs that connect research with the market.
• Promotion and dissemination of policy guidelines and best practices at national and European level.
• Contribution to the creation of a dynamic ecosystem aligned with the international standards of GAIA-X and IDSA.

Join the ecosystem that is transforming entrepreneurship in Greece. Enter the GAIA-X Accelerator and give your business the tools for growth, innovation and international success!

Application Process:

Applications for the GAIA-X Accelerator are now open.
Submit your application here and become part of Greece’s digital transformation!

The acceleration cycle lasts 2 months for each participating SME, startup or entrepreneurial team from the date of admission to the registry.

Deadline for inclusion in the 1st evaluation cycle: December 10, 2025