Celebrating Franco-German technology and ambition
Join founders, innovators, investors, corporate leaders and ecosystem builders for an evening celebrating the people and organisations strengthening connections between France and Germany.
The meeting point for the Franco-German tech ecosystem
The La French Tech in Germany Awards recognise the companies, entrepreneurs and investors building meaningful connections between the French and German technology ecosystems.
On Thursday, 19 November 2026, the French Tech communities in Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg and Munich will come together at the Embassy of France in Berlin for a new national edition of the awards.
The evening will highlight original ideas, measurable impact, European sovereignty, corporate entrepreneurship and the investors helping ambitious ventures grow across borders.
A growing national celebration
The 2025 edition brought together decision-makers from industry, scale-ups, investment, public institutions and the wider Franco-German business community.
Five categories celebrating cross-border excellence
Select the category that best represents your achievements and your contribution to the Franco-German ecosystem.
Creativity
For a company demonstrating an original idea, bold execution or a distinctive approach to its product, service or business model.
Impact
For a company creating meaningful and measurable economic, environmental or societal impact.
Sovereignty
For technology and initiatives contributing to European strategic autonomy, resilience, security or industrial capability.
Corporate Startup
For an entrepreneurial venture or innovation initiative created within, supported by or developed alongside an established company.
Investor
For an investor, investment company or individual actively helping French and German ventures develop across borders.
Present your Franco-German story
The application focuses on your contribution to the ecosystem, your cross-border presence and what makes your company or investment activity stand out.
What the application covers
- Your activities within the Franco-German ecosystem
- Your contribution to technology and business exchange between France and Germany
- The location of your principal office
- Partnerships, clients, operations, funding or teams connecting the two markets
- Your vision, innovation and differentiation
Prepare before starting
- Professional email address and mobile number
- Job title, company name and website
- LinkedIn profile
- Company logo suitable for communication use
- Three written answers of no more than 1,200 characters each
- A short company presentation or nominee biography
- An optional but recommended video-pitch link
Connect with the people shaping technology in France and Germany
An evening for exchanging ideas, celebrating achievements and developing new connections across the Franco-German ecosystem.
Founders and scale-ups
Meet potential partners, investors, clients and ecosystem supporters from both markets.
Investors
Discover ambitious ventures and the people supporting cross-border development.
Corporate innovators
Connect with emerging technologies, entrepreneurial teams and strategic partners.
Public institutions
Strengthen cooperation and engage directly with the French and German technology communities.
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The 2025 awards
The previous ceremony brought together the Franco-German ecosystem for an evening of speeches, award presentations, networking and celebration.
The 2025 page includes the award winners, event video, extensive photo galleries, partner recognition and a review of earlier editions.
Previous winners and highlights
Discover the companies, entrepreneurs and investors recognised during earlier editions.
Become a partner of the 2026 awards
Support one of the leading gatherings connecting the French and German technology and business ecosystems.
Practical information
Who can submit an application?
Companies may apply for the Creativity, Impact, Sovereignty and Corporate Startup awards. The Investor category is open to an investment company or an individual investor.
Is event registration the same as an award application?
No. Registration for the ceremony is completed on Luma. Award applications are submitted through the dedicated application page.
Is a video pitch mandatory?
No. The video-pitch link is optional, although it is recommended as an additional way to present your company or nominee.
What supporting files should I provide?
Applicants should prepare a company logo and a short company presentation. For an individual nominee, a short biography may be uploaded instead.
Where and when will the ceremony take place?
The ceremony will take place at the Embassy of France in Berlin on Thursday, 19 November 2026, from 17:00 to 22:00.
Who can I contact with a question?
Contact the French Tech Berlin team at contact@frenchtechberlin.com .
Be part of the La French Tech in Germany Awards 2026
Join the ceremony in Berlin or submit an application to showcase your contribution to the Franco-German ecosystem.
