We are thrilled to announce that we have won a spot in Batch 7 of the AMS Institute Startup Booster—Amsterdam’s leading incubator for sustainable and innovative businesses, sponsored by Gemeente Amsterdam. This achievement marks a significant milestone in our journey to revolutionize self-storage in the Netherlands through the circular economy.
The Competitive Startup Challenge
Buurbox emerged victorious in a competition featuring seven promising startups, judged by a distinguished panel of industry experts:
Anna C Mallon - Global Investor & Ecosystem Builder | ExitPath Ventures & Global Investor CIRCLES
Dorien Lathouwers - Ecosystem Development Program Manager | ROM InWest
Pieter van den Wall Bake - Marketing Communications Manager | TNO
Cynthia de Wolf - Test Expert, User Researcher, Marketing Expert | SharpMarketing
Roy de Weerd - Strategic Partnerships Director, EU | Rockstart
Winning this competition not only validates our vision but also provides us with invaluable resources and mentorship to accelerate our growth.
What is Buurbox?
Buurbox is a peer-to-peer storage platform that connects people with unused storage space to those who need affordable, local, and secure storage solutions. Instead of building more storage facilities, we make better use of existing spaces, reducing waste and optimizing urban real estate—core principles of the circular economy.
Why the AMS Startup Booster Matters
The AMS Startup Booster is a program that helps early-stage startups refine their business models, develop strategies for growth, and connect with industry experts. Winning a spot in this program means Buurbox will receive mentorship, workshops, and the opportunity to scale our impact in the self-storage market in the Netherlands.
Circular Economy Meets Self-Storage
Traditional self-storage solutions rely on large facilities, consuming land and resources. At Buurbox, we believe in a smarter, more sustainable approach. By unlocking underutilized urban spaces, we help reduce the need for new construction, lower carbon footprints, and promote a sharing economy that benefits local communities.
The Future of Buurbox
With the support of the AMS Institute, we are ready to accelerate our mission to create the most sustainable self-storage solution in the Netherlands. Our vision is to make storage more accessible, affordable, and environmentally friendly for everyone.
Stay tuned for more updates as we grow, and if you have extra space—or need storage.
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