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The Bulgarian government, through its Fund of Funds (FoF) financing mechanism, has announced the launch of market consultations for two innovative financial instruments until March 8, BalkanEngineer.com has learned from SeeNews.com.
The first instrument, called the Enterprise Innovation Fund, has a budget of €32.17 million. The fund aims to help entrepreneurial ventures by supporting projects aimed at creating innovative companies. The financial support will improve the development of high-value products and services, while facilitating access to knowledge, technology and innovation, especially in less developed regions of the country. The Corporate Innovation Fund is supported by funds received from the Operational Programme "Competitiveness and Innovation in Enterprises" 2021-2027.
At the same time, the Bulgarian government is introducing a Technology Transfer Fund with a total amount of EUR 56.6 million. This initiative aims to bridge the gap between research and business. The Fund will provide support to companies, high-tech start-ups and knowledge-based enterprises, facilitating the translation of scientific discoveries into marketable products and technologies. In addition, it aims to accelerate the deployment of start-ups within mature industries and clusters. The Technology Transfer Fund is funded through the Research, Innovation and Digitalisation for Smart Transformation programme, in collaboration with a grant.
These innovative financial instruments represent a significant step towards fostering economic growth, stimulating entrepreneurship and nurturing a dynamic ecosystem for innovation and technological advancement in Bulgaria.
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