Start Strong with an MIT-Based Program
If you are a startup company in the Vestland region — and you’re ready to test your idea, strengthen your business model and take a major step forward — we encourage you to apply for our free MIT-based programme.
GCE Ocean Technology is launching ScaleupNext 2026, a new initiative designed to help early-stage startups make smarter decisions from day one, using the world-renowned 24 Steps to Disciplined Entrepreneurship from MIT.
ScaleupNext offers:
- three intensive modules from April to May
- hands-on mentoring and practical tools
- direct access to MIT’s entrepreneurial framework
- one full week at the Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship in Boston
- a safe, ambitious environment to shape your next steps
The programme is fully financed for startups by Sparebanken Norge through Agenda Vestlandet.
Please note that participants must cover their own travel costs to Boston, estimated at around NOK 50,000 per person and companies are welcome to send one or two participants, depending on what their budget allows.
Really has been part of the MIT week - hear why they think you should join this programme (language: Norwegian).
How to join ScalupNext
GCE Ocean Technology and VIS are now looking for ten ambitious startups from the West Coast with the drive to build meaningful solutions — and the curiosity to learn from one of the world’s leading entrepreneurial environments.
Contct us to learn more about ScaleupNext - see contact information below.
Contact Information
Kjersti Boge Christensen
Communication Manager
