# The Smart Deal

> The Smart Deal 2026 is the largest smart city and utility startup investment event, connecting high-potential startups with a jury of leading venture capitalists. The finals take place live at Smart City Expo World Congress (SCEWC) in Barcelona, 3–5 November 2026. Organised by Kurrant.

The Smart Deal helps early-stage startups working on smart cities, utilities, sustainability and mobility gain investment, mentorship and visibility. Selected startups pitch to top-tier VCs for mentorship, investment opportunities and a €10,000 grant. Applying is free; startup applications close 11 September 2026.

## Key facts
- Event: The Smart Deal 2026
- When: 3–5 November 2026 (finals)
- Where: Smart City Expo World Congress, Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain
- Who should apply: smart city / utility / sustainability / mobility startups (stage Seed–Series A, revenue under €5M, founded after 2017, first clients signed)
- What startups get: a €10,000 grant, mentorship, and access to a jury of leading VCs
- Cost: free to apply
- Application deadline: 11 September 2026
- Organiser: Kurrant

## Links
- [Home](https://thesmartdeal.io/): Event overview, eligibility criteria, pitch format, agenda, jury and partners
- [Apply as a startup](https://hub.kurrant.com/apply): Free application form (deadline 11 September 2026)
- [Sitemap](https://thesmartdeal.io/sitemap.xml): All pages

## Partners
- [Lucy Group](https://www.lucygroup.com)
- [EIT Urban Mobility](https://www.eiturbanmobility.eu/)
- [BNP Paribas Solar Impulse Venture Fund](https://www.bnpparibas-am.com/fr-fr/solar-impulse/)
- [Smart City Expo World Congress](https://www.smartcityexpo.com/) (host event)