Recognition by Financial Times and Statist

Katapult Accelerator Named Among Europe’s Leading Startup Hubs for 2026

Recognition Confirms Program Excellence and Its Impact on Serbia’s Innovation Ecosystem

The Katapult Accelerator of the Innovation Fund has been named among Europe’s leading startup hubs for 2026, according to the Financial Times and Statista.

This recognition not only confirms the excellence of the program, but also highlights the maturity and growing international visibility of Serbia’s innovation ecosystem.

In the official letter received by the Innovation Fund, the high quality of the program and its strong impact on the development of the startup ecosystem are particularly emphasized.

This achievement reflects years of dedicated work with the startup community, mentors, investors, and partners, supported by the continuous engagement of institutions driving innovation in Serbia.

Key support has come from the Ministry of Science, Technological Development and Innovation, the European Union, and the World Bank, whose contributions have been instrumental in strengthening both the program and the broader innovation ecosystem.

The Katapult Accelerator will continue to support new generations of startups, with a focus on scaling their growth and expanding into international markets.