Innovation Fair

With the running theme title of “Enabling that step forward”, the Innovation Fair aims to showcase the vibrancy of the cooperation among European, African and Mediterranean innovation ecosystems, promoting innovative solutions with potential for market and societal uptake, vis-à-vis potential public and private funders and fostering networking, matchmaking and collaborations.

Indeed, the Innovation Fair wishes to address key needs and gaps identified by Research & Innovation stakeholders during several consultations part of the development and implementation of relevant policies. The event will include pitches and exhibitions on innovative solutions by start-ups, SMEs, Business Support Organisations, Civil Society Organisations and collaborative R&I projects.

Representatives of the China IP SME Helpdesk will attend in order to raise awareness about IP protection for SMEs seeking to potentially expand their business to China and also to connect with BSOs.