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Last Friday's online meeting with European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) and DG GROW, alongside the Friend CCI consortium, was a testament to our collaborative spirit and dedication to progress. We embarked on a comprehensive journey through the objectives, achievements, and challenges of our project, engaging in deep dives into each work package and discussing future steps and milestones. The open discussion and Q&A session provided valuable insights, shaping our forward-looking perspective. This meeting was not just a check-in but a stepping stone for what's to come. 🌟 #FRIENDCCI #EISMEA #DGGROW #InnovationJourney #euroclusters #ECCP #CreativeCulturalIndustries #CulturalInnovation #CCI The FRIEND CCI consortium: Venetian Cluster, Cluster IDiA, France Clusters, ITALCAM - Italian-German Chamber of Commerce, OpenHub Galati Cofinanced by: European Commission With the support of: DG GROW, European Cluster Collaboration Platform (ECCP), European Clusters Alliance

Time to announce the second panel of French Swedish Innovation Forum 2024: Joined forces in uniquely challenging times Panelists Olivier GODON, Tom Verbugt, Fredrik Gustafson & Vincent Thomassier Moderated by Annika Stål Cross-border innovations and technology partnerships are fundamental to further strengthen competitiveness and a resilient European industrial strategy for a green, digital, and secure future. What are the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and challenges for French-Swedish business cooperations? (Infrastructure investments, supply chain, geopolitical tensions, energy, regulatory adaptation and harmonization, state aid framework, critical raw materials, R&D) Our partners FAM AB | Saab | MBDA | EDF | Nordic Equities Kapitalforvaltning | La French Tech Nordics | KTH Innovation | Vinnova | Bird & Bird | KPMG Sweden | FTPA | Lignin Industries AB | SweTree Technologies AB Chambre de Commerce Suédoise en France - CCSF | French Chamber of Commerce in Sweden | Ambassade de Suède en France | Ambassade de France en Suède | Business Sweden | Business France Nordics To sign up and read more, visit https://lnkd.in/eNyatPNj

EC funds Regional Innovation Valleys with €116 million 🎉 European Commission has designated 151 regions as Regional Innovation Valleys under the New European Innovation Agenda. These RIVs aim to enhance regional innovation ecosystems, bridge Europe's innovation gap, and boost overall innovation performance by connecting various regions with different innovation levels and their key innovation stakeholders. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eUuj7tmk #RIV #NEIA #innovation #EUInnovationEcosystems #I3Instrument

The EU CAP Network conference ‘EIP-AGRI Operational Groups: Innovation in practice’ is taking place in Estoril, Portugal 🇵🇹🇪🇺 from Monday 6 May to Wednesday 8 May 2024. 🌿 In the CAP 2023-2027, Operational Group projects (OGs) continue to be a key tool for innovation and knowledge exchange. By December 2023, over 3 400 projects have been reported in the European Commission’s database, and more projects are expected to be notified by the end of 2025. This is a milestone to celebrate, but also an achievement to learn from and build upon for the time ahead. 🎉 To celebrate and showcase these achievements, foster networking and knowledge exchange, support the next generation of OG projects and incentivise transnational/cross-border OGs, the EU CAP Network support unit for Innovation and Knowledge exchange | EIP-AGRI is organising the conference ‘EIP-AGRI Operational Groups: Innovation in practice’. This two-and-a-half-day event will take place in Estoril, Portugal, from Monday 6 May to Wednesday 8 May 2024.

#Brazil will be the Partner Country at HANNOVER MESSE 2026: this was officially announced by Jorge Vianna, President, Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (APEX) and Dr. Jochen Köckler, Chairman, Managing Board, Deutsche Messe AG, at the ceremonial signing of a #MoU Memorandum of Understanding in Wolfsburg. The designation of #Brazil as #PartnerCountry spotlights the ambitions of a country dedicated to driving #industrialchange towards a sustainable economy and enhancing its position as a key player worldwide in the field of renewable energies and sustainable technologies.  According to Germany Trade & Invest, the Federal Republic of Germany’s international economic promotion agency, #Brazil is the largest economy in #LatinAmerica. With around 216 million inhabitants, abundant agricultural, raw material, and energy resources, along with a diversified industrial sector, the country figures among the world’s leading economic nations. #Brazil is not only a major trading partner but also an important #production location for German companies. “The announcement of #Brazil as a #PartnerCountry at HANNOVER MESSE 2026 is a strategic opportunity to strengthen the country’s role as a global player for #innovation and #industrialtechnologies. Participating in the fair will help us to establish links between #Brazilianfirms and the industry’s key players, highlight our competitive potential, and attract #investments that will drive forward the #sustainableadvancement and #digitization of our industrial sector,” enthuses Viana. Deutsche Messe AG HANNOVER MESSE https://lnkd.in/dXgGkzEN

On Friday, we sent the Chair of the expert group on the interim evaluation of Horizon Europe, Manuel Heitor, a position paper on the next EU framework programme for research and innovation. As outlined by the Council of the EU in its Conclusions on the New European Innovation Agenda, the paper recognises the vital role Eureka plays in the European innovation ecosystem, providing well-targeted support to European companies in accessing global markets.   It also strongly advocates for: 🔵Increasing the tenth framework programme's relevance and reach, further strengthening innovation capacity within industry, and particularly among SMEs 🔵Encouraging widening country participation in collaborative projects 🔵Supporting the internationalisation of SMEs and large companies’ R&D and innovation activities to improve their competitiveness 🔵Enhancing synergies in the European innovation ecosystem 👉Eureka and the European Partnership on Innovative SMEs is well-suited to addressing these challenges thanks to its focus on encouraging the internationalisation of European companies through innovative projects, and its horizontal structure that makes it easy and flexible for countries with limited resources to participate.   We hope to inspire the expert group in their efforts to strengthen the European innovation ecosystem, recognising Eureka as one of its vital players.   Read the full paper on our website 🔗https://lnkd.in/dYcvvPh6

The Netherlands has once again proven its innovation leadership by ranking No. 4 in the EU and No. 5 in Europe in the European Innovation Scoreboard 2024. With its cutting-edge research institutions, digital expertise, and commitment to sustainability, the Netherlands stands out as a premier destination for technological advancement and future-oriented solutions. The Netherlands excels across several key dimensions. Among EU countries, the Netherlands ranks No. 2 in Attractive Research Systems, showcasing the competitiveness of its scientific research environment, and No. 4 in Human Resources, reflecting the availability of a highly skilled and educated workforce. In addition, the Netherlands holds the No. 2 spot in the EU for Digitalization and No. 3 in the ICT sector. Its leadership in Environmental Sustainability is also notable, with a No. 2 ranking in the EU. We are proud to have extensive experience in assisting a range of innovative companies, from the life sciences and health industry to sustainability and the high-tech sectors. We support our clients every step of the way, from setup through to successful operation in Europe. You can find more information about our services at https://lnkd.in/eQ3VCfJQ and learn more about the European Innovation Scoreboard 2024 at https://lnkd.in/dD7DX-gQ. #buildingbridges #dutchinnovation #techindustry #businessexpansion #growyourbusiness

The future of Europe is made with industry 🌍 Over 1000 organizations have signed the #AntwerpDeclaration, calling for a European #IndustrialDeal to complement the Green Deal and keep high quality jobs for European workers in Europe 🤝. Marco Mensink, Director General of Cefic, emphasised the urgency of the situation: "The future of Europe is made with industry. A common and holistic European approach for an Industrial Deal is essential. Today, 1000 organisations are united in their strong call for a European Industrial Deal to implement the Green Deal, ensure that industry remains globally competitive, and keep high quality jobs for European workers in Europe. We urge EU Leaders to include our call in the new EU Strategic Agenda and policies for the next five years and embed the Industrial Deal into the structure, budget, and fabric of the new European Commission". Tjeerd Jongsma, director ISPT, emphasizes: "ISPT has signed the Antwerp Declaration because we believe in the opportunities for a sustainable circular industry in Europe. By prioritizing innovation and sustainability today, we lay the groundwork for a healthier and more prosperous future for ourselves and generations to come. Endorsing this decalaration will accelerate the path to a green and circular industry, and it will foster employment opportunities, increase independence, and allow Europe to become a hub of innovation. Chapeau to CEFIC and Marco Mensink along with his team for taking this crucial initiative." Will you join us in supporting the Industrial Deal? Sign the declaration here: https://lnkd.in/dPk3JaBX 🖊️

Merci Macron! French President Emmanuel Macron highlights the importance of #HorizonEurope and urges member states to redouble efforts to allocate 3% of GDP to R&D spending. His call for more funding for #breakthrough innovations aligns with ongoing EU discussions on reforming innovation strategies for global competitiveness. 🔬🤝📈 #EUeic #EUfunding #news #innovation #competitiveness

In March 2024, the European Commission published the Horizon Europe Strategic Plan for 2025-2027, an innovative framework designed to steer research and innovation towards addressing some of the most pressing challenges faced by Europe and the world today.  As NETO Innovation, we're excited to introduce a LinkedIn carousel that summarizes the essence of this strategic plan. Our carousel highlights the Key Strategic Orientations aimed at accelerating the green and digital transitions and building a more resilient, competitive, inclusive, and democratic Europe. It explores the essential role of European Partnerships in catalyzing co-funded and co-programmed innovations, the significance of international cooperation in extending the plan's reach, and the crucial element of open innovation in driving forward these ambitious goals.  Join us on this innovation journey, and let's explore how we can collaborate to turn these strategic visions into reality.  For more details on how NETO Innovation can support your activities in alignment with the Horizon Europe Strategic Plan, contact us at https://lnkd.in/euutxJ8Q or visit our website at https://lnkd.in/en9DT26Z.