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title: "PEIC 2026: two days, two formats, one mission, advancing international port and logistics innovation"
description: Join us at PEIC 2026 in Valencia, Spain, for two days of innovation in port and logistics, featuring exclusive matchmaking and industry insights.
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# [PEIC 2026: two days, two formats, one mission, advancing international port and logistics innovation](https://www.opentop.es/en/blog/peic-2026-two-days-two-formats-one-mission-advancing-international-port-and-logistics-innovation)

 Written by [Imad Hachemi](https://www.opentop.es/en/blog/author/imad-hachemi) | Jun 17, 2026 7:00:00 AM

 

### PEIC 2026: two days, two formats, one mission, advancing international port and logistics innovation

 

*PEIC is launching a new format for its fourth edition. For the first time, the Port Entrepreneurship International Congress will take place across two days: October 20 and 21, 2026, in Valencia, Spain; offering the most innovative startups in the port and logistics sector a richer experience, with more opportunities for international visibility, curated matchmaking and access to the global port innovation ecosystem.*

*Applications are open until July 19.*

**

Four editions and one mission that has never changed: connecting innovators in the port and logistics sector with the ports, corporations and investors capable of scaling their solutions globally.

The fourth edition of the Port Entrepreneurship International Congress introduces a significant new development: for the first time, PEIC takes place across two days **October 20 and 21, 2026, in Valencia, Spain**; with two complementary formats designed to maximise the impact of every participating company.

#### **Day 1: October 20: PEIC Resilience Forum**

The first day, powered by [300 Maritime](https://www.maritime-venture.com/founders), takes place at the Port Authority of Valencia premises and is dedicated entirely to port resilience. The **PEIC Resilience Forum** is an exclusive gathering built around intensive matchmaking: 1-to-1 meetings, thematic panels, firesides and other activities designed to bring open innovation closer to the people who need it most.

It is a high-level, curated space where selected startups can sit down with international port innovation leaders, maritime corporations and active investors.

A unique opportunity for innovators working in the field of port resilience.

#### **Day 2: October 21: PEIC Congress**

The second day takes place at the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, within the Valencia Digital Summit ([VDS](https://vds.tech/)) one of Europe's leading technology gatherings.

The format features a high-impact plenary day combining **Innovation Lighthouses** (thematic sessions where selected startups present their solutions alongside industry experts), live **demo** slots, **keynotes**, a **venture capital session** and the **PEIC Awards** ceremony, where the audience votes live for their standout innovation.

The full agenda will be revealed shortly. What is already certain: every element will be designed to spark meaningful conversations that lead somewhere real.

#### **What selected startups get**

Being part of PEIC 2026 means much more than taking the stage. Selected startups gain access to:

- **International visibility** in front of port and logistics innovation leaders, corporations and global venture capital investors.
- **Curated matchmaking and quality networking** across one or two days, depending on the selection process.
- The chance to compete for the **PEIC Audience Award**, chosen by live audience vote.
- **Valencia Digital Summit passes**
- **A visit to the Port of Valencia**, one of the Mediterranean's most important logistics hubs.
- PEIC Networking Dinner. · ...and more to be announced.

#### **Who should apply**

The call is open to startups, scale-ups and tech SMEs with a functional product or MVP and a clear connection to the port and maritime-logistics sector.

October 20 is dedicated exclusively to port resilience. For the plenary day on October 21, relevant areas also include blue economy; supply chain efficiency; and sustainability, decarbonisation and energy transition, in addition to resilience, safety and security.

#### **Key dates**

- **Application deadline: **Monday, July 19, 2026 · 23:59 CEST
- **Notification to the 20 selected companies**: Friday, July 30, 2026
- Selected companies must confirm their participation by Monday, August 17, 2026

If necessary, a waiting list will be activated and communicated in due course to the relevant applicants.

Questions? We are happy to help, write to us at hello@opentop.es 

**[PEIC 2025 recap video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ld-8pUSJbvM&list=PLUaYPWMcl6zOZKpCYR7AUl6oLiPEt_eVf)**

**[VDS 2026 information](https://vds.tech/)**

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