Event

Upstream

[Date]

Thursday, 21 May

[Location]

Van Nelle Fabriek, Van Nelleweg 1, Rotterdam

[Time]

All-day starts at 10am.

[Price]

Check out the website for relevant ticket prices.

Upstream is where early-stage startups find capital and opportunities. Founders and investors are invited to join us to spark growth through funding opportunities, strategic partnerships and peer-learning. Upstream brings in some special focus on three industry tracks being, Port & Maritime, Health & Wellbeing, and Climate & Energy, while continuing to welcome innovations from all sectors. Whether you’re raising, investing, or looking to connect with peers, this community-driven festival is your gateway to meaningful connections. Save the date: May 21, 2026.

We launched Achmea Impact Ventures as it currently is at Upstream last year and we are looking forward to coming back.

Iselde van Beurden

Founder scout & recruiter

While the opportunity to connect with peers remains relevant for founders across all industries, Upstream puts a special focus on innovation happening in the the fields of Climate & Energy, Health & Wellbeing and Port & Maritime.

The founder-focused program consists of speakers, workshops, speed dating and engineered serendipity. You can also enjoy official side events. Come meet us there. We look forward to learn more about you and your ideas. Register through the website of Upstream.

In this event

Iselde van Beurden

Founder scout & recruiter

Ralph van Dam

Head of Startups and Scaleups

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