🚀 Startup Pitch Call – Malta Show 2025
Your Innovation. Our Stage. The World Watching.

Maritime World invites startups and SMEs in maritime, clean tech, ocean solutions, and energy to apply for the Top 10 Startup Pitch Session on 20 November 2025 in Malta.

Selected participants will have the chance to win a prestigious Maritime World Trophy, receive mentorship to develop their business concept, and explore potential equity investment opportunities.

We are proud to have Malta Enterprise as a valued partner, supporting this initiative and fostering innovation in the maritime sector.

Showcase your solution before an international audience of industry leaders, investors, and decision-makers in the heart of the Mediterranean’s maritime hub.

🌊 If Selected for the Top 10, You’ll Receive:
🧭 Free Captain Passes for the full two-day event
🎤 Live pitch on the main stage
🛟 Access to discounted booth space (optional)
🏨 Hotel stay for the CEO or founder

💡 Why Apply?
🌍 International exposure and media visibility
🤝 Connections with investors, port authorities, and CEOs
⚓ Invitations to private B2B meetings
🚀 Opportunities for pilot projects or strategic partnerships

No equity taken. No pitch fees. No strings attached.

📩 How to Apply
The process is quick and focused on your vision, impact, and solution. Share the problem you address, what makes you unique, your current stage, and confirm your readiness to pitch in Malta.
Application deadline: 15 August 2025

⚙️ Pitch Format & Judging
Each startup delivers a 5-minute pitch followed by a 3-minute Q&A with expert judges. You’ll be evaluated on:
✅ Clarity of idea
✅ Innovation and uniqueness
✅ Market potential and impact
✅ Feasibility and solution strength
✅ Stage presence and delivery

At the end of the session, the winning team will receive the Maritime World Trophy, a symbol of excellence, vision, and impact in maritime innovation.