Nikolas Bullwinkel, Circus Group founder & CEO, joins the EU-Startups Summit 2027

We are thrilled to share that Nikolas Bullwinkel, the visionary Founder and CEO of Circus Group, will be a featured speaker at the EU-Startups Summit 2027, scheduled for May 13-14 in the beautiful island of Malta. Nikolas will be delivering a keynote address on the topic of AI and robotics, and the practical steps needed to scale DeepTech innovations from research labs to the market.

Nikolas Bullwinkel is a renowned serial entrepreneur, currently driving Circus Group, a pioneering force in the fusion of artificial intelligence, robotics, and autonomous infrastructure. Circus Group's mission is to revolutionize the food production process by developing AI-powered robotic systems capable of autonomously preparing meals for diverse clientele, including commercial, industrial, and defense sectors.

Drawing on his extensive experience at Flink, Europe's fastest-growing quick-commerce company, Nikolas will share his insights on translating ambitious European technology into commercially viable products. He will explore the critical transition from prototype development to industrial-scale production, and ultimately, global competition in the burgeoning field of Physical AI.

Prior to founding Circus, Nikolas was one of the co-founders of Flink, a Berlin-based startup that grew to 12,000 employees and was valued at €2.5 billion after a €669 million funding round in 2021. Following his departure from Flink, Nikolas founded Circus in 2021 with the aim of reimagining food production and delivery using advanced automation and micro-kitchen infrastructure. In 2022, Circus had attracted €11 million in investment and expanded its services to multiple German cities.

A significant milestone for Circus was the acquisition of Berlin-based culinary robotics startup Aitme in 2023, which infused the company with robotics expertise and automated cooking technology. In 2024, Circus successfully listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, solidifying its position as a publicly traded DeepTech enterprise within Europe.

Today, Circus is focused on its CA-1 autonomous food-production robot, a system that integrates robotics, state-of-the-art AI, software, and automation to produce meals with minimal human input.

Nikolas will continue to lead Circus Group as it pushes forward with its innovative solutions for the civilian and defense sectors. The EU-Startups Summit 2027, taking place in Malta from May 13-14, will bring together over 2,500 founders, investors, and industry enthusiasts to network, gain inspiration, and learn from the region's most successful entrepreneurs and innovators.

Attendees will have access to inspiring keynotes, fireside chats, workshops, and an exhibition hall filled with opportunities for valuable connections. Mark your calendars and secure your ticket to this unmissable event!