SETsquared Bristol’s flagship pitch, demo and connect showcase – Tech-Xpo – is back for 2025, and tickets are now open for you to attend.

From trailblazing startups to game-changing scaleups, this is your chance to discover the next big thing in tech and vote for your ‘Best Elevator Pitch’ on the night.

Following its 20-year celebration last year, this year’s event is being held at SETsquared Bristol’s home, the iconic Engine Shed, on Thursday 25 September, 5.30 – 8.30pm.

Book your ticket by 22nd September

Six of the most innovative Bristol startups will be pitching their technologies to an audience of over 100 business leaders, investors and tech ecosystem supporters, alongside a number of innovative and community startups who will be exhibiting and demo-ing their products.

Caroline Thompson, SETsquared Bristol Centre Manager, said: “We are so proud of all our members who have been selected to pitch and exhibit on the night. We can’t wait to bring our startup community together to celebrate the incredible talent coming out of Bristol.”

Previous Tech-Xpo winners have included Metasonnix, engineering advanced materials for superior sound and noise management, Ferryx, which is developing next generation probiotics to support gut health, and KETS Quantum Security, the UK’s most commercially advanced quantum-safe encryption and networking company.

Tech-Xpo 2025 pitchers

• Amutri – revolutioning the creation of 3D experiences
• Evex Digital Health – helping you quit vaping in a smart way
• Microsol – accelerating and advancing the development of orally inhaled and nasal drug products
• Plasmaris – developing disruptive light-controlled RF integrated circuit technology
• SLANT – enabling the sustainable transportation of goods and people
• Surveyr – helping surveyors to complete faster, accurate surveys

The winner of Tech-Xpo 2025 Best Elevator Pitch will be announced on the night.

Tech-Xpo 2025 exhibitors 

Able2Book is a platform to help disabled people and their companions discover, plan, and book accessible days out – without barriers.

Amara Automotive creates sustainable vehicles without compromise, focusing on minimising emissions in both the production and use of its vehicles.

Bin the Blade is a community awareness programme dedicated to spreading awareness about Daniel Baird Bleed kits.

Cascade Risk Management offers a comprehensive platform designed to streamline safety case generation and management.

Illumo Digital specialises in software development, IT consultancy, data management solutions and IT infrastructure services for private and public sector organisations.

KETS Quantum Security is pioneering chip-based quantum solutions for ultra-secure, next-generation communications.

Taught by Humans is on a mission to deliver flexible, engaging learning experiences in essential skills, starting with AI and data.

WAVESIX is an app that tracks six key aspects of your lifestyle, giving you powerful insights on what’s having a positive or negative impact on your health and happiness.

Tech-Xpo 2025 sponsor

A huge thanks to our sponsor, VWV, headline sponsor of Tech-Xpo for the past 15 years!

If you are interested in attending, please book your ticket by Monday 22nd September.