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INNOWWIDE at ENRICH Roadshow in Bulgaria

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The RCISD team organized on June 3rd to 5th an ENRICH roadshow in Bulgaria (ENRICH in Brazil Infoday + ENRICH in the USA training), with the support of the Institute for Technology Transfer and Innovations (ITTI), the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the Plovdiv Chamber of Commerce and Industry and with the collaboration of the IPR SME Helpdesk Latin America.
Between the two main sessions, Béla Kardon, from RCISD, delivered a presentation on the INNOWWIDE project, presenting the main current activities and giving a brief prospect about the upcoming 2nd Call that will be open around September 2019.

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INNOWWIDE CALL I: Nearly 400 applications from innovative SMEs in 35 EU and associated states, targeting more than 50 third countries worldwide.

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07 June 2019 – 378 applicants from 35 EU and associated countries applied for funding under the first INNOWWIDE call, which closed last Friday 31 May.

The most popular overall target country for viability assessment projects was the USA with 22% of applicants, followed by India, China, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Japan, Colombia, Canada and Russia.

54 target countries figured in this first call, with a widespread and balanced distribution between the three categories: developing, large emerging  and developed.

All applications will now go through a strict eligibility check and independent evaluation, with the applications selected for funding being announced around the end of September 2019. More information and updates will be regularly published in the INNOWWIDE project website (https://innowwide.eu). Stay tuned!

To keep up to date on INNOWWIDE and be the first to know the date of the second call for applications (planned for December 2019), subscribe to the INNOWWIDE newsletter at innowwide.eu/contact/

ABOUT INNOWWIDE: This EU Horizon 2020 pilot programme is bringing innovative European SMEs to the forefront of international markets, providing financial support for viability assessments in cooperation with stakeholders outside of Europe. INNOWWIDE creates the conditions to increase uptake of European innovative solutions outside of Europe. The two INNOWWIDE calls have a combined budget of 7.2 million EUR, which translates into 120 viability assessments at 60 000 EUR each. INNOWWIDE targets markets in developing countries; large emerging economies (Brazil, Russia, India, China, Mexico) and developed countries.

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InfoDay: INNOWWIDE in Seville (Spain)

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Event Details:

  • Date & Time: 25 April 2019, 11:00-14:00 WEST
  • Location: Salón de actos, EXTENDA – Marie Curie, 5, PCT Cartuja, 41092 Sevilla
  • Registration Link:  Register here

Event Description:

CTA (Technological Corporation of Andalusia) and @CDTIoficial organize an InfoDay on April 25th in Seville to present the brand-new funding opportunity that aims to bring European highly innovative SMEs to the forefront of international markets: INNOWWIDE.

The INNOWWIDE first Call for Proposals is open for European SMEs and startups of any sector interested in new and emerging markets outside Europe. European SMEs can apply for these grants until May 31st, 2019.

Target Audience:
Spanish SMEs and startups

Agenda:

  • 11:00 – 11.15 > Introduction
  • 11:15 – 12:30 > Funding Opportunities
  • 12:30 – 13:00 > INNOWWIDE Call for Proposals
  • 13:00 – 14:00 > Bilateral Meetings
  • 14:00 > Closing
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InfoDay: INNOWWIDE in Portugal

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Event Details:

  • Date & Time: 8 May 2019, 9:00-11:30 WEST
  • Location: SPI – Avenida do Marechal Gomes da Costa 1376, Porto
  • Registration Link:   Register here

Event Description:

On May 8, SPI will organise the first Portuguese InfoDay of the INNOWWIDE project, in order to present its brand-new funding opportunity that aims to bring European highly innovative SMEs to the forefront of international markets.
The objective is to fund viability assessment projects to be deployed in cooperation with local stakeholders around the world. Two calls will be implemented with a total budget of 7,2M€, allowing to fund 120 VAPs (60k€/VAP), and targeting markets of developing countries, large emerging economies and developed countries with the same allocation for each of these three country categories.
The session will provide practical information for SMEs about the first INNOWWIDE call, which is open until 31 May 2019.
Participants will learn about the scope of INNOWWIDE, the financing opportunity provided and how to apply for it.

Target Audience:

Portuguese SMEs, Business Support Organisations, Networks, Business Angels

Tentative Agenda (WEST timezone):

  • 09:00 – 09.30 > Registration
  • 09:30 – 09:45 > Introduction
  • 09:45 – 10:00 > INNOWWIDE Project
  • 10:00 – 10:45 > Funding Opportunities
  • 10:45 – 11:30 > Website and submission platform presentation
  • 11:30 > Closing
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Webinar: Granting Scheme for EU SMEs Approaching International Markets – Session 2

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Event Description:

On May 8, EBN organises a webinar to present a brand-new funding opportunity providing European SMEs with a head start in target markets outside Europe: INNOWWIDE.
The INNOWWIDE programme helps innovative SME gain access to new international markets by funding viability assessment projects to be deployed in cooperation with local stakeholders around the world. Two calls will be implemented with a total budget of 7,2M€, allowing to fund 120 VAPs (60k€/VAP), and targeting markets of developing countries, large emerging economies and developed countries with the same allocation for each of these three country categories.
The webinar will provide practical information for SMEs in Europe and potential R&I partners in third countries about the first INNOWWIDE call, which closes on 31 May 2019.
Participants will learn about the scope of INNOWWIDE and how to apply for it.
Moreover, the webinar aims to connect with EBN members and BSOs interested in further disseminating this opportunity with their networks. These organisations will be provided with dedicated instruments and tools.

Target Audience:

European SMEs, EBN members, EUBICs, Business Support Organisations, Networks

Moderators and Speakers:

  • Robert Sanders, EBN
  • Peter Lalvani, EUREKA Network

Tentative Agenda (CET):

  • 14.30-14.40 > Introduction about INNOWWIDE and the webinar > Robert Sanders, EBN
  • 14:40-15:10 > INNOWWIDE call for VAPs > Peter Lalvani, EUREKA Network
  • 15.10-15.20 > Our support for applicants (INNOWWIDE helpdesk and matchmaking tool) > Robert Sanders, EBN
  • 15:20-15:45 > Q&A
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INNOWWIDE organized the 2nd Consortium Meeting in Porto

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The INNOWWIDE project had its 2nd Consortium Meeting in Porto, Portugal, on April 2nd and 3rd 2019. The event was hosted by one of the project’s partners, SPI – Sociedade Portuguesa de Inovação (www.spieurope.eu), at their headquarters in Porto. All other partner organisations, from 8 different European countries, were represented in the meeting.

During the meeting, the consortium went through the different Work Packages (WP) and specific tasks that are currently being developed. The main discussion topic was the 1st Call for VAPs (viability assessment projects) that had just been launched (on April 1st) and that is currently open until May 31st.

Regarding this 1st VAP Call, the project partners aligned strategies for the dissemination and outreach, namely on the preparation of a number of activities to efficiently spread information about this opportunity to potential applicants. Another important issue also addressed was the need to support potential applicants during the application stage. This point was carefully discussed among the partners in order to provide the most adequate responses, so those VAP applicants can have the needed support when it comes to the application process and all the call related details.

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1st VAP Call is Open!

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The INNOWWIDE 1st Call for applications for the VAPs – Viability Assessment Projects – just opened on April 1st.

You are able to submit your application until May 31st in the following portal: https://innowwide.smartsimple.ie/s_Login.jsp

The viability assessment projects will last for six months and the project must have eligible costs of at least €86,000, to be funded at up to 70% (a fixed lump sum grant of €60,000).

This call for VAPs aims to enhance the evidence base for EU R&I policy through in-depth analyses of the outcomes, experiences and impacts of a critical number of viability assessment projects of innovative solutions for markets outside Europe.

If you want to know more about the process before applying, you can refer to the VAP Call Guidelines, here: https://innowwide.eu/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/INNOWWIDE-Call-1-Implementing-Guidelines.pdf

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Info Session: SME Opportunities for Global Markets

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INNOWWIDE Info session at Eureka Global Innovation Summit 2019

Event Details:

Event Description:

This Workshop, happening on May 15th in Manchester at the EUREKA Global Innovation Summit, aims at presenting the funding and networking opportunities the INNOWWIDE project offers to European SMEs.
The focus is on the open Call for VAPs enabling European companies (if successful) to receive 60.000€ grants to explore international markets outside Europe.
The INNOWWIDE Secretariat will present call’s details, requirements, processes and deadline. Moreover, the session will highlight the partnering opportunities the INNOWWIDE programme offers to companies who are looking for partners in third countries (INNOWWIDE matchmaking tool).
CUBE IN programme will give a few tips on the importance of managing the cultural differences European entrepreneurs face when approaching a new market.
The workshop will then see the participation of international platforms that can support European applicants getting connected to Indian, Brazilian, Chinese and US partners. The ENRICH Centres and the EU-India Platform programmes will outline their networks and services and how they can support EU companies accessing these markets.

Target Audience:
European SMEs

Moderators and Speakers:

  • David Regedzi, CUBE IN
  • Clarelisa Camilleri, European Business and Innovation Centre Network (EBN)
  • Leena Pishe Thomas, Global Business Inroads

Tentative Agenda (CET TIME)

  • 10:00-10:20 > INNOWWIDE call for VAPs > rules, deadlines and tips, Niki Naska, Eureka Network
  • 10:20-10:30 > Managing cultural differences when approaching a new market, David Regedzi, CUBE IN
  • 10:30-10:40 > Get connected with China, USA and Brazil with ENRICH Centres, Clarelisa Camilleri, European BIC Network
  • 10:40- 10:50 > EU-India Innovation Partnership, Lena Pishee Thomas, Global Business Inroads
  • 10:50-11:00 > Q&A and conclusions

*Please note that information about speakers and agenda may be submitted to slight changes until the date of the event

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Webinar: Granting Scheme for European SMEs Approaching International Markets

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EBN, one of the INNOWWIDE project partners, is organising a webinar on April 9th at 14h30 CET to present our brand-new funding opportunity providing European SMEs with a head start in target markets outside Europe.

During the webinar, participants will be provided with practical information for SMEs in Europe and potential R&I partners in third countries about the first INNOWWIDE call, which opens on 1 April 2019.

Details: 

– When: Tuesday, 9 April 2019, 14.30 -15.45 CET

– Registration Link:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4838840020627485441

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Webinar: Call for Viability Assessment Projects

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INNOWWIDE, in partnership with the ENRICH in Brazil Centre, is organizing a webinar, taking place on March 26th at 15.00 CET, that will provide practical information for SMEs in Europe, and particularly in Brazil, about the first INNOWWIDE call, which opens on 1 April 2019. Participants will learn about the scope of INNOWWIDE and how to apply for it.

Details: 

– When: Tuesday, 26 March 2019, 15.00 -16.00 CET

– Registration Link: https://bit.ly/2Td8zvQ  

– Tentative Agenda: 

  • Introduction to ENRICH in Brazil
  • Introduction to Innowwide project
  • Calls for Viability Assessment Project (VAPs)