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ESRIC Space Resources Accelerator launches call for applications
31-07-2024
The European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC) has launched a call for applications to select the first cohort of commercial projects to be accelerated under its new programme.
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15 startups graduate from the Fit 4 Start #14 programme
28-06-2024
The 2024 Fit 4 Start Graduate Showcase, held at Luxexpo The Box alongside the Nexus 2050 event, celebrated 15 startups that successfully completed the 14th edition of the startup acceleration programme managed by Luxinnovation.
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Luxembourg's investor appeal surges
18-06-2024
72% of senior executives surveyed by EY plan to invest in Luxembourg within the next year. The country also remains the top destination for FDI projects per capita.
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Japanese startup Thermalytica opens subsidiary in Luxembourg
13-06-2024
The startup will transfer its EU patents rights to the new subsidiary, which will spearhead the insulation performance specialist’s European market expansion.
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Luxembourg joins NATO's DIANA network
22-04-2024
In a joint effort by the Luxembourg Directorate of Defence and Luxinnovation, a selection of national innovation facilities has just been selected to integrate the DIANA (Defence Innovation Accelerator for the North Atlantic) network of NATO.
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International recognition for Fit 4 Start and the LCI
14-03-2024
A publication from the Financial Times and Statista highlights the foundational work carried out by two key organisations in Luxembourg's startup ecosystem.
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Space Resources Accelerator: ESRIC leads historic lunar initiative
02-02-2024
Luxembourg-based European Space Resources Innovation Centre has been entrusted with conceptualising the world’s first business accelerator for the lunar economy.
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20 start-ups selected for the Fit 4 Start programme
20-10-2023
The names of the 20 start-ups selected for participation in the 14th edition of the Fit 4 Start acceleration programme were officially unveiled at the Luxembourg Venture Days 2023. This flagship event of the ecosystem was organised from 17 to 19 October 2023 by Luxinnovation and its partners.
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ESRIC Start-up Support Programme welcomes the five new ventures
19-09-2023
Launched in 2021, the Luxembourg-based Start-up Support Programme is the first worldwide incubation programme, entirely dedicated to the field of space resources utilisation.
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10 start-ups graduated from Fit 4 Start #13 and calls are now open for Fit 4 Start #14
30-06-2023
The Graduate Showcase 2023 of the Fit 4 Start programme highlighted 10 start-ups. The calls are now open for Fit 4 Start #14.
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Two Luxembourg start-ups supported by WomenTechEU
15-05-2023
In the framework of the WomenTechEU programme dedicated to innovative deep-tech projects led by women, two Luxembourg companies, supported by Luxinnovation, have received European financial aid.
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Connecting US businesses with Luxembourg
04-05-2023
Paul Binsfeld, Luxembourg’s Honorary Consul to Arizona and New Mexico, is passionate about connecting businesses in the US with Luxembourg, and vice versa. We caught up with the experienced entrepreneur and company executive during a recent trip to Luxembourg to speak about what the Grand Duchy can offer American companies and how he can help.
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Franz Fayot and Sasha Baillie present the 2022 Annual Report of Luxinnovation
24-04-2023
On 24 April 2023, Minister of the Economy Franz Fayot and Sasha Baillie, CEO of Luxinnovation, presented the 2022 annual report of the national innovation agency. Hosted by SolarCleano, a company that has benefitted from Luxinnovation’s support, the presentation focused on key actions undertaken during the first year of implementation of Luxinnovation’s 2022-2025 strategy.
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LIST opens sustainable composite materials innovation centre
05-01-2023
The Materials Department of the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) has recently launched a Sustainable Composite Materials and Manufacturing Innovation Centre (SCMM). The new centre will in particular develop composite materials with a very low carbon footprint and demonstrate their benefits through concrete application demonstrators for the automotive, rail, space, aeronautics and future urban air mobility.
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Supporting teaching and research in high performance computing
17-10-2022
Developing the talents and expertise needed for a broad use of high performance computing (HPC) is a priority in Luxembourg. The Ministry of the Economy and the University of Luxembourg recently signed an agreement that provides a framework for HPC-focused higher education and research activities.
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CONTEC develops space business from Luxembourg
29-08-2022
Korean space ground station specialist CONTEC benefits from its European HQ in Luxembourg to expand business and partnerships in the EU. Having secured a fundraising round of $50 million, the company recently contributed to the successful launch of South Korea’s first home-grown space rocket.
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Launch of the 13th edition of Fit 4 Start start-up acceleration programme to address innovative, tech- and data-driven ventures
23-08-2022
The 13th edition of Fit 4 Start has officially been launched. The flagship start-up acceleration programme, initiated by the Ministry of the Economy and managed by Luxinnovation targets innovative, tech- and data-driven ventures.
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Luxembourg to create space campus
16-08-2022
The future Space Campus will provide specific geographic areas in Luxembourg exclusively dedicated to space-related activities to ensure the competitive position of companies and public research organisations in this field.
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International start-ups exploring Luxembourg
04-07-2022
25 international start-ups, supported by the Luxembourg Trade and Investment Offices located around the world, attended tech event ICT Spring on 30 June – 1 July 2022. We spoke to some of them to hear why they were interested in exploring Luxembourg as their potential base for entering the European market.
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Boosting public-private R&D
28-06-2022
Stimulating innovation and research partnerships is becoming a key priority for Luxembourg R&D funding. Companies cooperating with research centres can receive an additional financial injection, and sector-related calls stimulate public-private partnerships using Luxembourg as a testbed for innovative products.
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Industry-oriented research: the synergy approach
21-06-2022
Performing research in close collaboration with companies is essential for Luxembourg’s research institutes. We spoke to Professor Djamila Aouada at the University of Luxembourg about how the expertise of her team can support industry and their motivation to work in partnership with the private sector.
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Enhancing satellite communications applications with Luxembourg supercomputer
26-04-2022
Luxembourg headquartered satellite communications giant SES and the University of Luxembourg have benefitted from the supercomputer MeluXina to carry out tests to effectively optimise satellite performance and allocate spectrum for broadband satellite communications systems.
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“Making supercomputing accessible to all companies”
11-04-2022
Luxembourg’s supercomputer MeluXina is among the 40 most powerful systems in the world. It is also unique in its strong focus on value to businesses. We spoke to Senior Solution Engineer Luis Vela at LuxProvide about solutions and services available for clients that want to harness the full power of data.
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Five candidates selected for space resources start-up programme
29-03-2022
In April 2022, the European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC) will welcome the participants in the first edition of its start-up support programme. The intention is to support early-stage start-ups in the space resources sector with developing their business models, attracting their first customers and securing their first investments.
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A new, collaborative Open Innovation platform now online
16-03-2022
To facilitate the development of partnerships and promote technology transfer, Research Luxembourg has set up a dedicated digital platform, powered by Innoget.
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Sang Noir: Targeting the Asian market from Luxembourg
09-03-2022
One product line of cosmetics and another one of clothing: with Luxembourg as its launch pad, Sang Noir has made a name for itself in the space of just a few months. Supported by the right networks, the company has even attracted the interest of major international distribution groups.
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New director nominated for space resources innovation centre
02-02-2022
Dr Kathryn Hadler, an internationally renowned scientist in mineral processing and beneficiation, has been appointed Director of the Luxembourg-based European Space Resources Innovation Centre (ESRIC) as of 1 April 2022. She will build a world-leading research team working on solutions for the sustainable and responsible use of space resources.
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Fit 4 Start celebrates its graduates and welcomes new participants
31-01-2022
The 12 start-ups that successfully graduated from the 11th edition of acceleration programme Fit 4 Start were celebrated on 27 January 2022. The online Fit 4 Start Day also provided an opportunity to discover the 20 start-ups selected for edition #12 as well as the programme's new HPC track.
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Space resources start-up support programme launches first call for applications
07-01-2022
The ESRIC start-up support programme is the world's first accelerator and support scheme dedicated to space resources. It is open to start-ups worldwide, and interested candidates are invited to submit their applications by 23 January 2022.
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NorthStar Earth & Space establishes European HQ in Luxembourg
20-12-2021
The Canadian company will use Luxembourg as its base for further developing its sustainable space activities. The Luxembourg Future Fund will be co-investing in the company's latest funding round.
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