By the European Business and Innovation Centre Network (EBN), with contributions by the European Commission Joint Research Centre, UNIDO and Startup Commons
A New Chapter Began: Our Move After 33 Years
With the same passion and purpose, we moved into a new space that reflects both our evolution and our ambitions. Our new address:
Avenue Roger Vandendriessche 18
1150 Brussels
EU|BIC ecosystem discovery mission to China 2026
Quality-anchored access to one of the world’s leading innovation regions
REINFORCING 7th Open Call on Responsible Security
The REINFORCING project has opened its 7th Open Call on Responsible Security, supporting European initiatives that integrate Open and Responsible Research and Innovation principles into security-related research. Grants of up to €20,000 are available, with a submission deadline of 4 March 2026.
The 2nd edition of the BIC Africa African Boot Camp held in Luanda, Angola
The BIC Africa African Boot Camp for business incubation experts wrapped up successfully in Luanda, Angola, on the 21st and 22nd of October 2025, gathering 15 business incubation experts from Angola, Comoros, Ethiopia, and Madagascar
BIC Africa Comoros Bootcamp: Strengthening Business Incubation
BIC Africa organised the national bootcamp for Comorian Business Incubation experts. The bootcamp brought together 18 participants representing 12 business incubators across from Comoros.
GIZ Algeria – EBN joins the African Startup Conference 2025
EBN participated in the African Start Up Conference, organised in Algier, Algeria.
November Policy Highlights: EBN’s Key Activities and EU Developments
This month, EBN presents the November edition of the EU Policy Briefing, outlining the most relevant initiatives and actions in innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional development policies. This overview highlights key European policy developments of interest to our international network of EU|BICs and innovation stakeholders.
Li Dak Sum Incubator becomes the first certified EU|BIC in China
EBN proudly announces that the Li Dak Sum Incubator (LDSI) has been officially certified as a EU|BIC (European Business and Innovation Centre) — marking it the first EU|BIC in China.
Building bridges between Olomouc and Navarra: A Knowledge Exchange story
How can a visit help reshape a regional innovation strategy? This summer, ICOK’s team travelled to Navarra to explore one of Europe’s most mature life sciences ecosystems.
EBN Policy Briefing – October 2025: Key Insights on Innovation and Competitiveness
Discover the key EU policy updates shaping innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional development. The latest EBN Policy Briefing highlights major initiatives and actions driving Europe’s competitiveness and growth.