This initiative started with a simple belief: Europe’s boldest builders deserve a stronger forum.
What began as BayWa r.e. Energy Ventures has evolved into rEnergy Partners and with it, PITSTOP has grown into a curated deep-tech platform connecting high-potential founders with aligned capital and strategic partners. Rooted in Germany and driven by purpose, we bring together venture capital, growth investors, family offices, and ambitious operators shaping the future of resilience, AI, energy, climate, biotech, advanced manufacturing, and infrastructure.
Our flagship cruise gathering embodies this vision: an environment where meaningful conversations turn into lasting partnerships. We look forward to welcoming you aboard.
Our Philosophy
Unlike traditional large-scale conferences, PITSTOP operates through invitation-only gatherings with a deliberately limited guest list.
From rooftop meet-ups to curated cruises and sector-focused sessions, every experience is crafted to bring together high-calibre participants in settings that encourage depth over distraction.
Each PITSTOP event is structured to foster substantive discussions around capital formation, scaling deep technology in Europe, cross-border expansion, and ecosystem coordination.
PITSTOP began five years ago in Munich as an initiative of BayWa r.e. Energy Ventures with a simple conviction: Europe’s technological resilience requires aligned capital and coordinated action.
With the evolution of BayWa r.e. Energy Ventures into rEnergy Partners, the vision behind PITSTOP continues to expand and build on this strong institutional foundation.
Our Journey
The 2022 Launch!
2023
2024
