montevideo
Newlab Montevideo is where Latin America’s industrial future emergies. Positioned at the intersection of advanced manufacturing, renewable energy, and sustainable logistics, Montevideo offers a unique launchpad for building globally relevant solutions grounded in local strength.
In partnership with the Uruguayan government and leading regional institutions, Newlab Montevideo brings together startups, researchers, and industry to prototype and deploy technologies that can reshape supply chains, decarbonize infrastructure, and build rapid industrial growth of Latin America.
Newlab Montevideo facilitates access to a global network of innovation experts, and access to unique pilot testing infrastructure in LATAM.
Newlab-led projects provide the opportunity for founders to validate technological and commercial applications by partnering with industry leaders and governments.
Newlab facilitates access to direct investment and venture capital opportunities for member startups, accelerating company growth across commercial stages.
Newlab Montevideo is within Uruguay's national innovation campus, with a growing onsite team focused on supporting startups commercialization journey.
Newlab provides support for the soft-landing of companies into Latin America and acts as a portal for regional companies to the rest of the world.
Newlab-led projects provide the opportunity for founders to validate technological and commercial applications by partnering with industry leaders and governments, including:
- Mercado Libre
- Quantik
- UPM
- Montes de Platas
- Puerto Rico
- SQM
- AANI
Each project at Newlab is led by a dedicated team of technical experts and strategists skilled at deploying critical technologies into real-world industrial operations.
Embedded in Uruguay National Science Park, Newlab Montevideo has access to nearby port infrastructure and grant funding to support pilots in Uruguay for entry to the LATAM market.
Leveraging partnerships with key government and industry players, we provide access to essential testing infrastructure for piloting solutions; including 5G connectivity, smart city infrastructure, and technical expertise.
12 Moments that Defined 2025 at Newlab
2025 was a year of growth for Newlab and our 400+ member companies around the world. From global expansions to new commercialization pilots, we’re continuing to unblock pathways for critical technologies that will define our future. These moments from 2025 show the real progress our ecosystem has made in transform legacy systems, thanks for being on the journey.
Newlab, UPM, and Montes del Plata Drive Waste-to-Green Construction Innovation in LatAm
Newlab, UPM, and MdP are collaborating to identify promising startups globally that are developing waste-to-materials technologies and launch pilots to test and validate their solutions in LatAm.
OPEN CALL: Transforming Inorganic Industrial Waste into Sustainable Construction Materials
Newlab, in partnership with UPM and Montes del Plata, invites startups to pilot deep-tech solutions that convert Uruguay’s pulp-mill inorganic waste streams into green construction materials—driving zero solid waste and advancing a circular economy. Apply now to access grant funding, pilot design support, and Newlab’s global infrastructure and expert network.
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