The Startup Ecosystem of Mechelen
Mechelen has 7 startups in our sample database which represents about 1% of Belgium’s sampled startups. Mechelen is the 8th best startup ecosystem in Belgium.
CITY RANKING
In 2023, the startup scene of Mechelen shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 26 spots.
National Ranking
In Belgium
Regional Ranking
In Western Europe
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Mechelen
Global Rank
Mechelen is ranked within the top 1000 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Mechelen’s startups excel particularly in Software and Data where it ranks 428 and in Ecommerce & Retail, and Social & Leisure. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Belgium - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 72nd - 13 | 8.730 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 131st + 18 | 5.355 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 241st + 14 | 2.046 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 289th + 38 | 1.437 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th + 1 | 447th - 41 | 0.667 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
6th - 1 | 551st - 167 | 0.416 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
7th 0 | 562nd - 9 | 0.399 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
8th 0 | 564th + 26 | 0.395 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
9th 0 | 629th - 31 | 0.327 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
10th 0 | 862nd - 89 | 0.167 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Mechelen
Startups
Successful Software and Data startups in Mechelen
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 3 startups for Software and Data.
Mechelen has 2 startups in Ecommerce & Retail on our map.
Our database contains 1 startup for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Mechelen's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Mechelen there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Software and Data, Ecommerce & Retail, Social & Leisure. These three industries represent about 86% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Mechelen.
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National Rank
177th
Regional Rank
Overview
Mechelen is Belgium's 8th best startup ecosystem and is ranked 177th in Western Europe. With a population of <0.1M people, Mechelen is ranked 564th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Rydoo.
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