GERMANY'S NEW DIGITAL HUB FOR DEEP TECH

“MotionLab.Berlin has come a long way since our early days, when we focused on mobility solutions like those developed by ONOMOTION. As we grew, we saw the immense potential hardware-focused solutions had in addressing global challenges like reducing carbon emissions,” says Tayla Sheldrake, Managing Director of our venture arm. This marked a shift toward high-end deep tech technologies that integrate hardware to offer scalable solutions for combating the climate crisis.

Until recently, MotionLab.Berlin was primarily known as a Hardware Innovation Hub, supporting solutions aimed at achieving net-zero emissions. What we didn’t realize at first was that this technology falls under the broader scope of deep tech, due to the advanced expertise and resources it demands. Over time, as we supported startups building hardware solutions, we naturally moved into the deep tech space.

“Today, we’re thrilled to support startups like NeoCarbon and Ucaneo, who are actively capturing or removing carbon, or Lite&Fog who have developed the system to produce sustainable natural proteins with less water and energy for use in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. These innovators are leading the way in creating the impactful technologies our world desperately needs,” adds Tayla proudly.

Deep tech solutions, especially in relation to hardware, are essential for achieving a carbon-neutral future because they address elements that can make a real difference. While deep tech extends beyond hardware, it’s the hardware aspect that demands significant resources.  The challenges typically associated with deep tech technology—long R&D cycles, high costs, large capital investments, and complex regulations—are often the same hurdles hardware startups face from day one.

In essence, deep tech hardware ventures into uncharted territory, pushing the boundaries of innovation even further. This type of technology demands more—specialized machinery, expert knowledge, and a robust ecosystem to thrive. That’s exactly what we provide for our members at MotionLab.Berlin. Our shift into deep tech was a natural evolution—so seamless that we didn’t fully recognize it at first. But others saw it before we did, which is why we’re now proud to be part of the de:hub family as Germany’s new Digital Hub Berlin for Deep Tech.