Past EditionsSince 2017, Jump Start has powered 8 Editions, developing visionary solutions that have shaped the future of energy and mobility.

Over the years, the program has become a launchpad for innovation by enabling diverse maturity companies to pilot their solutions in real business environments, gain expert support, and accelerate their growth. Dive into the highlights and success stories from past editions, and see how far Jump Starters have come!

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2023

The 7th edition focused on building a greener, smarter future through innovation in three key areas:

Digital scale-up Where we leverage technology to transform the energy sector through mobility as a service, AI-powered solutions, and the mobile transformation of retail.

All about the customer Where we pursue next-gen store experiences, digital-to-physical traffic generation, and sustainable, healthy products that bring us closer to our customers.

Energy for the Future Where we explore renewable liquid fuels, electric mobility, and waste-to-energy solutions.

The pilot

Windcredible is a Portuguese technology-driven start-up focused on developing efficient and quiet vertical-axis wind turbines for urban applications and smart grids. The goal of the project was to validate the performance and energy generation effectiveness of Windcredible’s turbines under real operating conditions. This pilot supported monitoring and technical assessment activities, enabling the collection of relevant data to evaluate integration and applicability potential across different operational contexts.

The pilot

SmartDispenser is a Portuguese start-up whose solution is an autonomous, app-based dispenser system that allows users to locate, purchase, and collect gas cylinders anytime, without staff, while using smart technology and AI to help distributors manage stock, returns, and logistics in real time. Implemented across 10 stations, the pilot technically validated SmartDispenser’s solution and demonstrated clear operational benefits, including improved efficiency in LPG gas bottle restocking and increased sales.