On November 5 and 6, 2026, Startup Nights once again brought together Winterthur’s innovation community. Technopark Winterthur joined forces with ZHAW and House of Winterthur to showcase a diverse range of innovative startups. This year's edition also marked a special milestone: After several successful years in Winterthur, the event will move to Zurich in 2027.
On Thursday, November 5, and Friday, November 6, 2026, Startup Nights once again attracted numerous founders, investors, and innovation enthusiasts to Winterthur. Technopark Winterthur was right at the heart of the action, presenting a joint exhibition stand together with the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) and House of Winterthur. The spotlight was on innovative startups from Winterthur’s innovation ecosystem, offering a glimpse into the future through their technologies and business ideas. This year’s edition was particularly special, as it marked the final Startup Nights event to be held in Winterthur.
Innovative Technologies in the Spotlight
The startups were at the heart of the joint exhibition, impressively demonstrating the diversity and forward-thinking spirit of Winterthur’s innovation ecosystem. Among them was Binabik, a tenant company at Technopark Winterthur. The startup focuses on modern robotics solutions and their application in industrial environments. Through innovative approaches, the company aims to advance the use of robots in industry and unlock new opportunities for automated processes.
Also represented was Borobotics, a startup aiming to transform the geothermal industry with innovative drilling technology. At the centre of its development is “Grabowski”, a self-drilling drill head designed to open up new possibilities for geothermal drilling. With this approach, Borobotics seeks to make drilling processes more efficient and contribute to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions.
Working Together for a Strong Innovation Ecosystem
The joint presence of Technopark Winterthur, ZHAW, and House of Winterthur once again highlighted the close collaboration within the regional innovation ecosystem. Together, these partners are committed to fostering innovative business ideas, supporting young companies, and strengthening Winterthur’s position as an attractive location for startups and entrepreneurship.
The RUNWAY Startup Incubator also plays an important role in this ecosystem, supporting aspiring founders on their journey from initial business ideas to establishing their own companies. Startup Nights provided an ideal platform to highlight these strong connections, establish new contacts, and showcase the region’s innovative strength to a broad audience.
A Farewell with Mixed Emotions
Technopark Winterthur looks back on this year’s Startup Nights with mixed emotions. On the one hand, the event once again provided an outstanding opportunity to showcase innovative companies, foster inspiring encounters, and demonstrate the strength of Winterthur’s startup ecosystem. On the other hand, it also marked the final edition to take place in Winterthur.
However, saying goodbye to Winterthur certainly does not mean the end of Startup Nights. Quite the opposite: From 2027 onwards, the event will take place in Zurich on a larger scale, opening a new chapter in its history. Technopark Winterthur looks back on a successful final edition in Winterthur and looks forward to following the continued development of Startup Nights.
