SOCAR WIN Open Innovation Program

SOCAR WIN enables selected startups and scaleups to work directly with SOCAR business units and validate their technologies through a funded Proof of Concept (PoC) in real-world energy operations.

Energy systems are transforming. Digitalization is accelerating. Operational complexity is increasing. In this environment, innovation cannot remain confined to internal R&D or isolated pilots. It needs to be structured, challenge-driven, and focused on implementation.

At SOCAR, innovation is a strategic instrument for improving asset performance, strengthening operational resilience, advancing decarbonization, and enhancing competitiveness in global energy markets.

WIN is designed to:

• Connect SOCAR’s real operational challenges with external innovation capabilities
• Accelerate experimentation while effectively managing industrial and operational risks
• Create measurable business value through structured Proof of Concept (PoC) processes
• Support SOCAR’s long-term transformation across energy transition, digitalization, and industrial excellence
• WIN is the mechanism that turns “what is next” into operational reality.

What We're Solving Right Now Behind every focus area is a set of real operational needs identified together with SOCAR teams. We have translated these needs into solution themes that highlight where new technologies can create the greatest value. If your solution maps to any of these areas, we want to hear from you.

A high-tech energy control room with multiple monitors showing live operational data

• Group A: Operations & Asset Integrity
• Group B: Safety, Environment & Energy
• Group C: Digital, Data & Automation
• Group D: Enterprise & Specialized Systems

Please fill out the form below to apply.