2025 TBAT Innovation Challenge

CPHI Frankfurt

Find out details for CPHI Frankfurt and TBAT Innovations Prize Package for the Innovation Challenge

As part of the Innovation Challenge 2025 prize package, TBAT Innovation is offering the chance to win a spot on an Exhibition Stand in the Start-Up Zone at CPHI Frankfurt 2025, taking place 28th-30th October 2025.

In addition to the exhibition stand, MedTech Makers Lab will kindly cover the accommodation and return flights to Frankfurt. This prize is for one person only.

 

What is CPHI Frankfurt?

With 62,000 attendees, CPHI is the largest gathering in the pharma industry, providing unparalleled opportunities to discover, plan, and connect with the community, enabling you to meet both existing and new contacts.

Featuring over 2,400 exhibitors covering the entire pharma supply chain, CPHI Milan allows you to propel your business forward by connecting with trusted names, sourcing new suppliers, and discovering the latest innovations in the growing start-up hub.

CPHI provides an opportunity to network across the entire global pharma supply chain, connecting with professionals to explore opportunities and secure contracts, driving your business success.

Where: Messe, Frankfurt
Dates: 28th – 30th October 2025

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Am I eligible for this prize?

To be eligible for a stand in the Start-Up Market, your company must:

  • Classify itself as a ‘Start-Up’
  • Be active in the pharma, biopharma, digital, sustainability, or medical device sector
  • Qualify as a micro or small enterprise according to the EU definition (fewer than 50 full-time employees and an annual turnover of less than EUR 10 million)
  • Have a product at the proof of concept, prototype, or commercialised stage
  • Commit to attending CPHI Milan 2024 (8-10th October 2024)
  • Demonstrate potential for growth and scalability
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How do I apply?

In order to win a spot at CPHI Frankfurt, you must submit an application to the Innovation Challenge 2025, specifying that you would also like to be considered for the CPHI prize. By entering into the competition, you will be eligible to win the overall Innovation Challenge, in addition to winning the CPHI prize.

What is the Innovation Challenge?

The Innovation Challenge is brought to you by TBAT Innovation, with headline sponsor Shakespeare Martineau, and Platinum Sponsor Barclays Eagle Labs. It leverages the expertise of our unique partner network while seeing our partners come together to deliver four free-to-attend, vibrant, and informative workshops.

For a chance to win the 2025 Innovation Challenge, businesses will be encouraged to apply by filling out a straightforward application form and submitting relevant documents. The application window will open on 25th June 2025, after the four workshops have taken place, and will close on the 13th August 2025. 

The comprehensive prize package (worth over 75k*) is generously provided by our esteemed partners. From a £10,000 cash prize to PR support and a recruitment fitness assessment, we’re confident that the array of services provided will be immensely advantageous for SMEs. If you would like further details on applying for the Innovation Challenge, please click here.

The Top 10 shortlisted applicants will be invited to pitch at our Finalist Showcase Event, being held on the evening of 15th October 2025, where a winner will be announced

Prize Package

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Sponsors

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Applications

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Terms & Conditions

  • You must confirm you have a representative available to attend the conference in Frankfurt on the 28th- 30th October 2025, as well as a representative available to attend the showcase final on the 15th October 2025.
  • The prize fund covers return flights for ONE PERSON. Full details TBC. 
  • Accommodation details in Frankfurt TBC. 
  • In order to win a spot at CPHI, you must be eligible for a stand in the Start-Up Market, meeting the requirements specified by CPHI here.