Innovation Business Creation Tender

EIT INNOBC
Grant agreement ID: 101268805

DOI
10.3030/101268805

EC signature date
20 May 2026
Start date
1 January 2026
End date
31 December 2028
Objective

The Innovation and Business Creation (INNOBC) cluster brings together six Knowledge and Innovation Communities (KICs) of the European Institute of Innovation and Technology to strengthen Europe’s innovation ecosystem. Between 2026–2028, the consortium will support entrepreneurs, start-ups, and citizens in tackling urgent societal challenges and building a resilient, competitive, sustainable, and inclusive Europe. Its activities focus on three areas: (1) Artificial Intelligence and Robotics – helping Europe lead in ethical, human-centred AI and supporting European start-ups to grow under the EU AI Act; (2) the New European Bauhaus – promoting sustainable, inclusive and beautiful living spaces by engaging citizens, municipalities, and innovators; (3) Women in Entrepreneurship (Supernovas) – reducing gender gaps in deep-tech by training women investors and supporting female-led start-ups. By linking technology, creativity, and social innovation, the consortium will scale up start-ups, foster citizen engagement, promote diversity, and contribute to Europe’s resilience and competitiveness. The cluster aims to strengthen the EIT Community as a key player in Europe’s innovation landscape, enhancing its visibility and impact across society, business, and policy.