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Luxinnovation supports companies in fighting the crisis
08-04-2020
Alongside the various action and funding plans implemented by the government to combat the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, Luxinnovation, the national agency for the promotion of innovation, is mobilising its resources and skills to help companies respond to the need for individual protection equipment during the on-going health crisis.
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Call for projects for innovative solutions to combat COVID-19
06-04-2020
In order to support the Luxembourg start-up ecosystem, the Ministry of the Economy, in collaboration with Luxinnovation, will launch a call for projects entitled “StartupsVsCovid19” on 9 April 2020. A series of webinars on the main support measures that start-ups can benefit from will also be organised.
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COVID-19: Mobilisation of R&D at all levels
01-04-2020
Faced with the global COVID-19 pandemic, institutional and private players in research, development and innovation are stepping forward. The first results are already tangible.
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DigiJourney: tools for digitalisation tailored to SMEs
31-03-2020
As part of the “Digital transformation journey for SMEs” initiative, Luxinnovation collaborates with FundecytPCTEX (ES) and SC IPA SA (RO). The objective is to publish a guide with tools to help other innovation agencies and organisations to drive digitalisation in companies.
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Luxembourg launches unprecedented economic stabilisation programme
27-03-2020
In response to the economic challenges arising from the coronavirus crisis, the Luxembourg government announced on 25 March 2020 the launch of a massive stabilisation programme for the national economy. Measures for a total of €8.8 billion will help companies face the immediate shortage of cash and maintain employment.
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SNCI takes anti-crisis measures
26-03-2020
La Société Nationale de Crédit et d’Investissement a annoncé un assouplissement des conditions de remboursement de tous ses prêts et crédits, ainsi que la mise en œuvre d’un mécanisme de financement adapté.
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Emergency aid for small businesses and the self-employed
26-03-2020
In the context of the Covid-19 crisis, the General Directorate for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises set up an emergency fund for very small companies and the self-employed.
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Launch of the JobSwitch platform
24-03-2020
Jobswitch is a platform to connect businesses in need of manpower with people who are on unemployment, partially unemployed, or self-employed and looking for work.
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Coronavirus crisis: here are the answers to your questions
24-03-2020
The Ministry of the Economy publishes a section on its website dedicated to the various measures taken to manage the economic crisis related to the coronavirus.
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Health professionals and volunteers: we need you!
23-03-2020
The government is calling for volunteers and health professionals to help in the fight against the coronavirus epidemic.
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Fit 4 Start - Edition #10 postponed
20-03-2020
Luxinnovation and the Luxembourg Ministry of the Economy regret to announce the postponement of the spring 2020 edition of the Fit 4 Start programme.
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Continuation of Luxinnovation's activities
17-03-2020
In view of the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic and the protective measures announced by the government, Luxinnovation, the national innovation agency, is adapting to the situation in order to ensure the smooth continuity of its activities.
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Catalysing experiences and networks to break onto the US market
13-03-2020
For the second year in a row, from the heart of New York City, the Benelux Catalyst acceleration programme will accompany mature startups looking to enter the US market. Three Luxembourg startups will be selected. The call for applications is open until April 17.
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When companies and students innovate together
12-03-2020
At the end of February, the 20th Innovation Camp organised by Jonk Entrepreneuren Luxembourg took place: around sixty young high school students spent a whole day in the heart of a company to take up a business challenge. An initiative rich in lessons for all parties involved.
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A brand for an innovative ecosystem
11-03-2020
To cement its position as an attractive location for start-ups, Luxembourg relies on easy access to support, major international players and public authorities and administrations. At the same time, the country is a clear gateway to the European market.
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No graduation ceremony for Fit 4 Start, but the pitches are maintained
10-03-2020
Due to the risks linked to the spread of COVID-19, Luxinnovation has decided to cancel the Fit 4 Start Pitching & Graduation Day which should have been held on 26 March 2020 at Kinepolis in Luxembourg-Kirchberg.
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Business Partnership Facility
03-03-2020
Update on the event held on Friday 28th February at the Chamber of Commerce and close of call for applications on 8th May 2020.
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Mir paken Holz un: Wood as a source of innovation
03-03-2020
For the second time, the Luxembourg Wood Cluster organised a bus tour to discover remarkable sites or innovative projects integrating wood as an essential component. An educational trip which, once again, was a great success.
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Digitalisation with the customer at the centre
28-02-2020
Although digital transformation may be crucial for a company’s long-term competitiveness, it does not automatically improve the relationships with customers. The second L-DIH Talk focused on how to redefine the customer experience and ensure that digitalisation goes hand in hand with customer satisfaction.
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JEC World 2020 with Composite Industry Luxembourg
24-02-2020
For the third consecutive year, Luxembourg will present a national pavilion at the JEC World exhibition in Paris, the largest international event dedicated to the composite materials industry. The 2020 edition will take place from 3 to 5 March at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre.
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Research support for industry’s digital transformation
18-02-2020
The Luxembourg Digital Innovation Hub (L-DIH) has the mission to support industrial companies in their digital transformation processes. On 13 February 2020, the L-DIH invited Luxembourg’s industry to the first part of a series of talks on different aspects of digitalisation and industry 4.0.
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Küb in full expansion
17-02-2020
Just four months ago, the Küb concept store opened in Dudelange. Flashback to a milestone in Dudelange’s retail landscape.
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Hand in hand with industry
13-02-2020
It is at Luxinnovation’s offices that FEDIL has started a series of regional information meetings for industrial companies.
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Valuu.io: an online guide for investors
12-02-2020
After graduation from the Fit 4 Start programme in 2019, Valuu.io launched its first commercial offer, an investment support platform, at the beginning of this year.
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Wood, increasingly circular
10-02-2020
Le projet de recherche Interreg NWE Adhesive Free Timber Buildings a montré qu’il existait bon nombre de possibilités pour rendre encore plus éco-responsable les projets de construction en bois.
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ExoAtlet on the road to certification in Europe
05-02-2020
The start-up of Russian origin, spotted by Luxinnovation and hosted at Technoport, is preparing to sell its exoskeletons on the European market.
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Franz Fayot new Minister of the Economy
04-02-2020
Luxembourg has a new Minister of the Economy: Franz Fayot, who replaces Étienne Schneider. In addition to heading the Ministry of the Economy, Mr Fayot is also in charge of Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs.
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Developing relevant digitalisation programmes for SMEs
27-01-2020
Luxinnovation is part of the DigiJourney project, an EU-funded initiative focusing on supporting the digitalisation of SMEs.
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Fit 4 Innovation: a successful programme
27-01-2020
Launched in 2014, the Fit 4 Innovation programme managed by Luxinnovation enables companies, especially SMEs, to find the resources they need to launch innovation activities and to optimise their organisation.
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Digital: what to expect in 2020?
24-01-2020
A new year, a new decade! This is the dashing occasion for the usual-yet-fascinating expectations of what 2020 has in store. In this article, we will put a magnifying glass on the digital trends that are relentlessly unwinding in front of us this year, and with a specific focus on European innovation funding related content.
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