The European Innovation Council (EIC) Business Acceleration Services has officially launched an open call powered by the EIC ACCESS+ initiative. The call offers up to 60 000 Eur in grants, covering up to 50% of the costs, to access specialised services from the EIC Service Catalogue for deep-tech startups and SMEs that have received EIC Awards or the prestigious Seal of Excellence under the Horizon Europe program. Companies can use the funds to access vital resources to accelerate their growth and scale their innovations. 

Over the weekend, the hackathon “The Flaming Shield 2024," organized by the Lithuanian Riflemen's Union and Tech-Park Kaunas, highlighted the growing trend of dual-purpose innovation. More than 200 participants gathered to develop technological innovations in cybersecurity and defense, with support from representatives of NATO's DIANA accelerator. Innovation experts emphasize that dual-use technologies are becoming a niche where small countries can take the lead in the tech sector.

The drone sector offers limitless possibilities, from revolutionizing logistics to solving public challenges through cutting-edge technology. Join us online for the Distance Lab x Tech-Park Kaunas networking event “Innovation Dialogues: Advancements in Drone Technology and Integration Across Sectors” and discover how to develop innovations alongside scientists and experts from Lithuania, Norway, and Latvia.