EPICENTRE project envisions to create new cross-sectoral/border value chains by establishing a SMEs – Clusters – Mid-Caps and Corporates in the following areas: ICT, Fintech, Health and Agri-food. It is a program of accompaniment, acceleration, validation, and transfer to the market innovative solutions between SMEs and Mid-Cap and Big Companies (corporates) in 2 calls.

1.  To create new cross-sectoral value chains from Digital and Fintech to Health and Agri-food.

2. To deliver a strong combination of support instruments and tools for scaling up  innovation, matchmaking and demonstrating innovative market-oriented applications developed by outstanding SMEs that respond to the challenge of a more digitized and green European Industry.

3. To select and engage 50 innovative concepts with high market and growth potential in a dynamic and challenging business support program aimed at facilitating the  adoption of new processes and technologies by SMEs, and comprising 3-phases:  LAUNCH-SUSTAIN-DRIVE.

4. To provide an end-to-end business support services program to support the SMEs.

5. To deliver a “Go International Programme” for EPICENTRE clusters.

6. To take a comprehensive strategy to effectively carry out communication and  dissemination activities

EPICENTRE is launching a call for proposals (COMMING SOON!) to support SMEs in collaborating with Corporates to develop ground-breaking solutions in the Health, Agrifood, Digital-ICT, and Fintech sectors. Selected applications will receive mentorship, funding, and resources to bring their ideas to life.

This call for proposals is an excellent opportunity for SMEs and startups to gain exposure, network with like-minded individuals, and receive support from industry leaders.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to accelerate your business and bring your innovative ideas to life.

Participating in EPICENTRE you will address a burning issue in your company with an innovative solution.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE?

1. Contact us : epicentre@clusterdigital.cat
2. Interview
3. Approach
4. Open Call for Mid-Caps and Corporates
5. Invitation to join

STARTING DATE:  September 2022

DURATION: 36 months

TOTAL BUDGET: 1.400.000€

BUDGET PER SMEs: 1.050.000 €