Last week we hosted the semi-finals of our Silicon Gorge pitching competition, where 24 early-stage startups pitched to a panel of industry experts for a coveted place at our Investor Showcase on 5 June.
The first twelve startups took to the (virtual) stage during our online event on Wednesday, while the second twelve pitched live at the South West Founders x Silicon Gorge Mash-Up last Thursday.
The calibre of pitches was sky-high, giving our judges the tough job of whittling it down to just 12 finalists. Now, we can’t wait to see these standout startups take the spotlight one last time at the showcase!
Before they take the stage, it’s time to meet the finalists of Silicon Gorge 2025:

We instantly turn design files into shareable 3D Experiences. Built for large teams, we enable you to explore pioneering projects up close and present them visually like never before possible.

CoED Biosciences has developed a process that harnesses the power of chemotaxis and gravity to gently separate cells from human tissues.

Unlock creativity and agility for your business. Tame the complexity of software deployment, and focus instead on what truly matters – streamlined operations, inspired team, and happy customers.
Dimension Biotechnologies
We have developed a simple blood test that detects microvascular disease. Our test is low-cost, rapid and easy to perform by technicians in hospital and R&D labs, making it scalable across multiple markets.

Eleria is here to make sustainable products more convenient, affordable and accessible. We empower people to make more eco-conscious choices without having to compromise on their convenience.

The revolutionary, AI-powered personal safety app. Feel empowered on your Journeys with Automatic Attack Detection, instant emergency alerts and reliable evidence storing.

IngeniumAI addresses delayed diagnosis for uncommon but deadly diseases, often caused by generic symptoms resembling common conditions and a growing shortage of specialist radiological expertise.

Authenticating student learning and providing transparency throughout the learning process. We save educators time and make assessing students easier.

LevelTech solves the problem of inaccurate, inconsistent player ratings in racket sports, making it difficult for players to track improvement and find well-matched opponents

We bring together scientists, researchers and industry experts with one shared vision: a cleaner, safer world. We leverage world-leading endotoxin research to create rapid, simple-to-use, bacterial contamination tests that help protect people and the environment.

A platform helping employers find, engage, and recruit brilliant young talent—faster, cheaper, and with greater impact. Our smart-matches connect employers with talented local 16–25-year-olds for high-impact microplacements lasting from just 1 hour to 1 day.

Sora Aviation is developing a 30-passenger electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft for the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) market.



