Amcor Lift-Off
Amcor Lift-Off
Amcor Lift-Off is our pitching competition dedicated to early-stage start-ups. Apply now for the chance to gain exposure within Amcor and win funding, in-kind support or a strategic partnership to bring your idea to the next level.
What do we look for?
We actively seek for innovative and early-stage start-ups in the primary packaging space, within our areas of focus:
We actively seek for innovative and early-stage start-ups in the primary packaging space, within our areas of focus:
Recycling
New and alternative recycling systems
Paper
Substrates & barrier solutions
Alternative barriers
Sustainable oxygen/moisture barriers
Biomaterials
Bio-based alternatives to plastics
New business models
Using packaging expertise in new markets
Smart and connected packaging
B2B/B2C smart packaging applications
Amcor Lift-Off Sprints
Designed to foster technical collaborations with start-ups whose solutions address specific R&D challenges. Successful start-ups will enter a joint development agreement with Amcor’s R&D team and receive funding of up to $500,000.
Amcor Lift-Off Connect
Aims to form strategic partnerships and pilots with start-ups that address challenges beyond R&D, its goal is to nurture collaborations with start-ups that could lead to further investments
Application process
1
Application
2
Review
3
First call
4
Decision
Past Amcor Lift-Off winners
Your contact person
Rebecca Meile
In case of any questions, please reach out to Rebecca from the Corporate Venturing and Open Innovation team at rebecca.meile@amcor.com
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FAQ
Find answers to the most commonly asked questions below:
Find answers to the most commonly asked questions below:
When is the next Amcor Lift-Off pitching day?
The next Amcor Lift-Off Connect pitching day will take place in December 2024, focusing on AI in manufacturing and R&D.
The next Amcor Lift-Off Sprints pitching day will take place in Winter-Spring 2025.
We plan to run around 2 editions per year of both programs.
Where can I apply?
To apply to our open call please click here.
What are you looking for in successful applicants?
We are primarily looking for a strategic fit with Amcor.
We evaluate the technology and intellectual property, the business model, scalability, team and experience.
Please make sure that you cover the application questions with enough detail.
When will I hear back about the success of my application?
We will respond to all start-ups that have completed their application to Amcor Lift-Off before the pitching day.
What can I expect on the Amcor Lift-Off pitching day?
The Amcor Lift-Off pitching day is completely virtual, allowing start-ups and Amcor colleagues to join effortlessly.
For Sprints, start-ups will receive each a 45 minutes slot to present their company. For Connect, start-ups have a 10 minutes slot.
After the pitching day, we aim to provide feedback regarding next steps within one week
Is there a limit on the number of start-ups you will invest in from each pitching day?
No, we will invest in all companies that we find to be a good fit with Amcor. There is no limit per pitching day.
What are the terms of the funding?
We offer up to USD 500,000 convertible loan agreement (or equivalent), with a discount and a valuation cap. Terms and conditions will be discussed individually with each start-up, depending on their situation.
