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The Innomotion’25 Demo Day was an inspiring gathering of industry leaders, investors, and startups committed to shaping the future of urban mobility. Supported by EIT Urban Mobility and organized by Fark Labs in collaboration with Sabancı University, The event highlighted innovative solutions designed to make cities more efficient, sustainable, and accessible.

A Vision for an Innovative and Sustainable Future

The event began with a powerful keynote by Yakup Birinci, President of TAYSAD, who shared in-depth insights into Türkiye’s rapidly evolving automotive and mobility landscape, emphasizing how collaboration and innovation are reshaping the industry.

Ahu Buyukkusoglu Serter, Vice President of TAYSAD and Founder of Fark Labs, introduced the Mobility Technology Fund, unveiling new opportunities to invest in the entrepreneurship ecosystem and empower next-generation mobility innovators.

Following that, Haluk Akçalı, Fark Labs Board Member, shared how collaboration and strategic vision can accelerate the transformation of the mobility ecosystem — emphasizing the importance of working together to drive sustainable innovation.

Connecting Türkiye to Europe’s Innovation Network

Duygu Kayaalp An, EIT Urban Mobility Türkiye Coordinator, discussed how EIT Urban Mobility connects Türkiye to Europe’s broader innovation ecosystem, fostering collaboration and enabling sustainable urban transformation through cross-border partnerships.

Startups Driving the Next Mobility Revolution

A series of dynamic startup pitches, led by Ceren Çakır, Innomotion Project Lead, showcased groundbreaking solutions revolutionizing urban mobility. These promising, tech-driven startups presented innovative ideas aimed at making transportation smarter, safer, and more sustainable:

• Bistek Yazılım, founded by Emirhan Yağcı, offers an AI-powered platform that tracks pedestrian and cyclist traffic in real time.
• DroneX Delivery Solutions, founded by Amir Salar, provides an AI-driven drone logistics platform for faster, safer deliveries.
• İletmen Akıllı Teslimat, founded by Özgür Duruöz, develops a smart delivery management system that optimizes business logistics.
• Motorist, founded by Gökhan Doğan, creates a real-time motorcycle tracking and insurance platform for safer rides.
• Logic Mekatronik Mühendislik, founded by İbrahim Bostan, designs IoT-based smart parking management systems to reduce urban congestion.
• PoiLabs, founded by Ergin Aktaş, builds inclusive indoor navigation platforms featuring voice-guided accessibility for all users.
• Vignetim, founded by Şevki Kocadağ, develops a mobility fintech platform that integrates vignette, toll, insurance, and EV charging services.

Collaboration and Vision for Growth

Throughout the day, thought leaders and entrepreneurs explored how Türkiye’s mobility ecosystem can continue to grow through innovation, funding, and international partnerships. Speakers underscored the importance of cross-sector collaboration in driving sustainable mobility transformation.

Building a Better Future Together

As the event concluded, one message resonated deeply: the future of urban mobility depends on collaboration, innovation, and vision.

Through initiatives like Innomotion, Fark Labs and EIT Urban Mobility Türkiye Representative continue to empower entrepreneurs who are driving transformative change and designing solutions for a smarter, greener, and more connected world.

Together, we are shaping the future of urban mobility!