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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.

infrastructure

Newlab Montevideo facilitates access to a global network of innovation experts, and access to unique pilot testing infrastructure in LATAM.

projects

Newlab-led projects provide the opportunity for founders to validate technological and commercial applications by partnering with industry leaders and governments.

capital

Newlab facilitates access to direct investment and venture capital opportunities for member startups, accelerating company growth across commercial stages.

Critical mass for critical technologies.

Join the community of founders hellbent on shaping our future industrial economy.

With access to world-class prototyping labs, industry pilot opportunities, and a network of likeminded builders across our locations, you’ll find the resources and relationships to turn hard problems into commercial outcomes.

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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.

commercialization PROJECTS

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.

in LATU CAPMUS

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. 


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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.

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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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Newlab Hosts its First Pilot Showcase in Uruguay

Newlab Uruguay's Pilot Showcase highlighted six startups advancing critical technologies, demonstrating Newlab's role in driving innovation and positioning Uruguay as a regional innovation hub.

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