By the European Business and Innovation Centre Network (EBN), with contributions by the European Commission Joint Research Centre, UNIDO and Startup Commons
Boost Your Startup with EU-LAC Digital Accelerator
Our EU-LAC Digital Accelerator project offers you a chance to enhance your collaboration with in-kind services worth up to €30,000! Who Can Apply? Your partnership must include: Benefits Selected partnerships will receive: How to Apply Learn more and apply here: EU-LAC Digital Accelerator Open Call. Find a Partner Need a partner? Use our Matching Platform:… Continue reading Boost Your Startup with EU-LAC Digital Accelerator
Innovation Centre of the Olomouc Region Secures Prestigious EU|BIC Certification, Strengthening Its Leadership in European Innovation and Sustainability
The Innovation Centre of the Olomouc Region (ICOK) has been honoured with the prestigious EU|BIC label. This recognition signifies ICOK’s full adherence to the EU|BIC Quality Mark Criteria, affirming its commitment to fostering innovation and driving regional economic development.
Innovation Ecosystem Building Playbook: ESOs raising access to finance for their local ecosystem and Europe
Access to finance is crucial for growing innovation ecosystems. EU|BICs bridge the gap between startups and investors, ensuring ventures get needed financial backing. Europe’s regional diversity is a strength, with initiatives like Furthr VC in Ireland and MINERVA Business Angels in the UK driving growth. Discover more in the EU|BIC Innovation Ecosystem Building Playbook.
Central Bohemian Innovation Centre (SIC) Enhancing Regional Innovation and Technology Commercialisation
We are thrilled to welcome the Central Bohemian Innovation Centre (SIC) as the newest quality-certified EU|BIC.
EBN Position Paper – Innovation Capacity EU Regions
An Entrepreneurship Support Organisation (ESO) View on European Innovation Ecosystems
Join Europe’s Leading Start-Up Hubs 2025 Ranking by Financial Times and Statista
The Financial Times and Statista are launching the Europe’s Leading Start-Up Hubs 2025 ranking to spotlight top support systems for new businesses in Europe; participate by sharing your success story and enjoy recognition, impact, and networking opportunities.
EBN Welcomes the Commission’s Funding for Regional Innovation Valleys, with 55+ EU|BICs Present
EBN applauds the European Commission’s recent funding allocation of €116 million for the Regional Innovation Valleys (RIVs) initiative, aimed at enhancing competitiveness and fostering innovation across the EU. 151 regions were granted the RIV title, including over 45 RIVs with EU|BIC presence.
Laval Mayenne Technopole wins the 1st edition of the EU|BIC Excellence Awards!
The participants of the EBN Congress 2024 listened to all 7 finalist pitches and decided, by popular vote, that Laval Mayenne Technopole’s “Challenge Compétences” was the most Impactful Programme in the first edition of the EU|BIC Excellence Awards.
Job offer at EBN: Project Financial Assistant
The European Business & Innovation Centre Network (EBN) is recruiting a Project Financial Assistant starting ASAP to join the EBN Secretariat team. The candidate will be required to be located in the Brussels office.
EU Project Pill II: Horizon Europe Participation of Associated and Other Third Countries
This EU Project Pill will address the EU RDI international cooperation framework and the legal and financial implications of involving third countries in Horizon Europe proposals. In particular we will make clarity about the different funding frameworks and agreements the EC establishes with third countries (associated countries, bilateral agreements and regional dialogues).