Past events

The Polish Agency for Enterprise Development is organizing a 1 day B2B event in the IT/ICT sectors.The event brings together companies, R&D institutions, investors and other stakeholders from all over the world. This is a unique opportunity, organised in the framework of the Polish IT/ICT Promotion Program and Enterprise Europe Network to establish new business contacts, find contractors, exchange information and gather experience regarding the latest market trends in IT sector.Key topicsICT Future (AI, Blockchain, Drones, IoT, Cyber Security, AR&VR)Software (Big Data, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Mobile Apps)Hardware (Embedded Systems, Human Interfaces, Sensors, 3D Printing)Value Chain (Business Development, R&D, Testing&Analysis)IT/ICT Services (Fintech, E-Health, E-Commerce, Outsourcing)Important dates29.03-16.05.2021 - registration to the event,30.04-23.05.2021 - meeting selection,25.05.2021 - ITmatch matchmaking eventRegistrations here:https://itmatch-virtual-it-ict-cooperation.b2match.io/home

The Global Innovation Summit (https://www.gis2021.com/) on its virtual edition, provides an international meeting place for businesses, innovators, researchers and funding experts to network, share knowledge and develop new business ideas.The event will last three days: 18-20 May 2021 and will be a mix of conferences with some time slots allocated for B2B meeting.Main covered Topics:Green Transition in the EUPost COVIDDigital Transformation in the EUPlease see here the full agenda:https://www.gis2021.com/agenda/Within the Summit frame, some time slots will be allocated for B2B virtual meetings.Day 1 & 21 hour between 20.30-21.30 (JST) + 1h30 between 00.30-02.00 (JST)Day 31h30 between 19.00-20.30 (JST)Registrations open until 19 May 2021https://gis2021.b2match.io/

For second year in a row and within the framework of the DES | Digital Enterprise Show 2021, Fundación madri+d para el Conocimiento organizes the International cooperation matchmaking event to enable contacts and information exchange between possible technological partners and attendees seeking solutions to accelerate digital business transformation.Target sectors: Telco, Media & Entertainment, Industry 4.0, Online Retail, Platforms & Logistics, Smart City & Urban Mobility, Banking & Insurance, Healthcare & Life Science, Smart Workplace, Tourism and Hospitality and Energy & Utilities.Date of event: 15-19 May 2021Registration deadline: 19 May 2021https://des2021.b2match.io/

Organized by Italian EEN partner SPIN - Business Innovation Support the brokerage event Smart Manufacturing Matchmaking 2021 provides a unique opportunity to meet companies, research centers and public administrations working in Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0. It is also an important opportunity to stay up to date on the latest corresponding advanced technologies, the demand for innovation from institutions and cities, new applications from SMEs and technical challenges faced by large companies.This year the event will be held in two sessions, the first on 13-14 May and the second on 17-18-19 November.Those who register before the first session of 13-14 May can also participate in the second session of 17-18-19 November.Registration deadline: 11 May 2021https://smm2021.b2match.io/ 

EEN partner Berlin Partner is organizing a virtual matchmaking event within the frame of BIONNALE 2021 conference that will be organized as a virtual event.Representatives from academia and industry will attend the annual event to identify, engage and enter into strategic relationships. The networking character is one strength of the multi-sessional, international event. BIONNALE 2021 will focus on biotechnology, pharma, digital health, bioeconomy and medical technology.Attention: starting time is 14.00 CET or 21:00 JSTRegistration deadline: 12 may 2021Registration website: https://bionnale2021.b2match.io/

The Malta Chamber, as part of Enterprise Europe Network in Malta, is organising a virtual event putting together manufacturing, retail and technology companies with corporate service providers, public bodies and academia.Two thematic sets of workshops will be spread over two half days, one for Manufacturing (14-15 April) and the other for Retail (28-29 April), with B2B meetings taking place in the afternoon.Registration deadline: 29 April 21https://re-engineering-manufacturing-retail-newnorm.b2match.io 

The Portuguese National Innovation Agency is organizing the 5th edition of the B2B “Health Innovation Market 2021”, whose bilateral meetings will be held virtually on April 14, 15 and 16, 2021.Topics addressed:1. Innovative medicines2. Smart Health3. Essential medicines4. Medical devices5. Clinical trials6. Knowledge valorisationRegistrations will be open until April 13th https://health-innovation-market-2021.b2match.io/

The international “Virtual B2B - Railway applications of non-railway technologies” offers companies along the entire value chain of railway industry an opportunity to make valuable contacts and to find out new aspects of international cooperation possibilities.The event is focused on SMEs that are developing innovative technologies, materials or other, suitable to railway companies. Technologies that can be implemented to the railways sector without being the initial sector of application.A pool of EU railways companies scouting new technologies from international suppliers will attend the event.Target sectors:ComponentsMaterialsSmart Energy / energy supplyServicesPower to X / power conversion / storageInformation / communications technologyBig DataA.I.Satellite TechnologyAug. Reality Event date: 13-14 April 2021To register please visit below websitehttps://virtual-b2b-railway-applications.b2match.io/

The online matchmaking event hosted by the Slovak Business Agency is focusing on IT related topics such as e-Government, Cyber Security, Financing digitization, Cities of the future, Smart industry, Digital healthcare.ITAPA Online Matchmaking 2020 follows International Congress ITAPA 2020 (https://www.itapa.sk/8996-en/en) which is the largest IT congress taking place in Slovak republic.In 2020 it will be its 19th edition. Years of experience supported by continuously growing international audience create a great platform for B2B matchmaking event.A unique opportunity to generate new business contacts and contracts.During effective one-to one meetings participant can find qualified European suppliers and partners to discuss new technology and innovative solutions and explore new business opportunities.Meetings will take place online and will be arranged in advance via B2match platform.Online Registration for B2B meetings is free of charge and open until 7 December 2020.https://itapa-b2b-2020.b2match.io/

Within Pollutec, major fair in the environment, energy and circular economy sectors, the local Enterprise Europe Network partner, the CCI Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, is organizing the « GREEN DAYS » event, where you can participate in B2B and expert meetings. GREEN DAYS allow you to identify international partners and opportunities for development in the environment, energy and circular economy sectors! Clusters can also participate in an inter-clustering event (to benchmark and find cooperation). The participation to the event can be both virtual and on-site.Agenda:1st Dec - Conference (for French-speakers only)2nd Dec. - Virtual and on-site B2B and experts meetings3rd Dec. - Virtual and on-site B2B and experts meetings4th Dec. - Inter-clusteringRegistration deadline: 13 November 2020https://green-days-pollutec-2020.b2match.io/

“Interpoma Connects 2020” (https://www.fierabolzano.it/en/interpoma) is the only trade show in the world dedicated exclusively to apples.Alongside the trade show, the Italian EEN partner the Chamber of Commerce of Bolzano is helding "Interpoma Business Match" an online matchmaking event during which participants will be able to connect with potential buyers, suppliers, and future business partners.In detail, the sectors participating in the event are as follows:cultivation equipmentorganic cultivationmachineryequipment and materials for fruit cultivation and harvestingfertilizers packaging, machinery and materials for packagingcontrolling, data processing, softwaretechnical aids, measurement and control systemsstorage, logistic-systemstechnical systems, fruit processing machinesinformation and consultancytree nursery suppliesRegistration deadline: 18 November 2020https://interpoma-business-match-2020.b2match.io

On the occasion of MEDICA 2020, the global No. 1 meeting place for the medical sector, EEN partner ZENIT GmbH will organise an international Brokerage Event. The aim is to assist enterprises, universities and research institutions in finding partners in Europe for product development, manufacturing and licensing agreements, joint ventures or other types of partnership.This year event will be all virtual.Date of event: 22 October 2020 - 29 March 2021Registration deadline: 19 November 2020Registration fees100 Euro - Companies / organisations50 Euro - Start-Ups (established on or after 1.1.2017)Free of charge - Importers / distributorsHow to participate:Register at https://medica2020.b2match.io and provide a profile describing either an offer or a request. All the participants’ profiles will be published on the website of the Brokerage Event. Browse the profiles online and book meetings with organisations you are interested in. 

The missions last 3-4 days and are composed of one-on-one meetings at a targeted trade fair with showcase and networking events to maximize opportunities for the EU participants.OBJECTIVESThe missions facilitate the first contact that could be the door leading to new business opportunities.Through this mission you have the opportunity to:display your technology at one of Japan’s leading trade showsmeet potential business partnerscreate new business opportunitiesdevelop partnerships and business cooperation on global marketsattend match-making eventsincrease your innovation capacity and become more competitive on a global scale (as an  SME)prepare the ground for practical cluster cooperation across borders and make a more strategic use of transnational cluster cooperation on markets outside Europe in areas of strategic interest (as a cluster)TARGETED PROFILEClusters and SMEs from the European Union and COSME partnering countries.Large companies may apply, but priority will be given to applicants from SMEs and from clusters active in sectors covered by the trade fair.PROGRAMME DESIGN AND CONTENTStructure:1-day matchmaking session prior the fair3-days as exhibitors at a targeted trade fair Matchmaking sessions during the trade fairForthcoming Mission BIOTECH Cluster SME MissionPeriod: 13-16 October 2020Application deadline: 28 May 2020http://www.eu-japan.eu/events/biotech-cluster-sme-missionNANOTECH Cluster SME Mission (in hiatus period)http://www.eu-japan.eu/events/nanotech-cluster-sme-mission 

Greek EEN partner Praxi is organizing a virtual brokerage event promoting the best of Greek food and drink sectors.Distributors and importers will be able to schedule 30 minutes face-to-face meetings with Greek producers of high-end products:Rice products, pulsesSoft drinks, iced tea, juices, waterMeat, chicken productsWine products, beer, spirits, ouzoHoney, jams, bars, loukoumi, cookies, biscuits, nuts, dry fruit productsTomato productsOlive oil productsFrozen vegetablesDairy productsEggsFlour productsThe matchmaking event is free of charge and registration with a full profile and marketplace description is mandatory to attendance.Registration deadline: 1 October 2020Meeting period: 5-9 October 2020https://hellenic-food-beverages.b2match.io/

Belgian Enterprise Europe Network partner hub.brussels is organizing a virtual brokerage event for companies operating in the ADAS and autonomous vehicles sectors.This is a unique opportunity to match the industry’s future innovation needs with dedicated solution providers.The event will be held on the 14 September 2020 with three timeslots to held the meetings.Attention: below hours are CET.10:00 - 12:00 - B2B meetings13:00 - 15:00 - B2B meetings15:40 - 18:00 - B2B meetingsRegistration deadline: 7 September 2020.Topics to be addressed:Automotive Automotive Cameras LiDARRadar SensorsImage ProcessingComputer VisionIn-cabin MonitoringTesting and ValidationCertification and Standards

Join gamesmatch 2020!For the 8th time the Enterprise Europe Network organises the gamesmatch matching event and offers developers, publishers, investors and many more a unique and efficient way to speed up business meetings!The event will be held virtually from the 25 to 27 August 2020.Target group are game developers, publishers, investors, providers of games-related services, universities and research institutes as well as companies interested in gamification.The event is not open to general business support services, general IT outsourcing companies and students.Registrations are open at:https://gamesmatch2020.b2match.io/

The EU-Japan Centre is currently calling for applications for the next 5-day training missions in Japan.The below-mentioned activity in Japan is financed by the European Commission.As usual, I would be most grateful if you could forward this call for applications to your contacts or colleagues who might be interested in applying."World Class Manufacturing" 5-day training mission in Japan for EU managers working in manufacturing companiesThe 5-day training mission in Japan provides with:- In-depth analysis of Japanese manufacturing methodology- Lectures, seminars and panel discussions, presented by experts from Japanese industry- Company and factory floor (Gemba) visits- Preparation and post-visit reviewsTarget: EU managers working in manufacturing companies (Large and SMEs)No tuition fee for SMEs and the European Commission grants 600 EUR scholarships to participants from SMEs.› WCM I: Training dates: June 2020 - Application deadline in March 2020Application: http://www.eu-japan.eu/events/world-class-manufacturing› WCM II: Training dates: November 2020 - Application deadline in July 2020Application: https://www.eu-japan.eu/events/world-class-manufacturing-november-mission

Within the GlobalStars initiative of EUREKA, Japan will be launching a common call with the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Spain, Canada, Israel and the UK.Starting in early June, companies from Japan and the abovementioned EUREKA member countries are invited to submit joint project proposals in the research and development of innovative products and applications with a strong market potential.The call for proposals will be an open call inviting projects from any sector area except for nuclear technologies and pharmaceutical technologies. Proposing consortia must involve at least one company from Japan and one from the above-mentioned EUREKA countries. For more detailed qualification criteria see the attached pre-announcement text.Call launch: early JuneSubmission deadline: early September.First information on the call in Japanese can be found on the NEDO Website.Companies from the above EUREKA countries are recommend to contact their national funding organisation. The call text will be available on the EUREKA Website after the opening of the call.To inform about the call, the EU-Japan Centre has organised a Webinar on 28 April jointly with EUREKA and NEDO. The recording of the Webinar and the slides including contact details for national funding organisations are available here.The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) is planning to support partner search for this call throughout the call period from early June to early September.