Enterprise Europe Network

The world's largest support network for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with international ambitions.

Highlights

Enterprise Europe Network call for proposals

News

The call for proposals for the new Enterprise Europe Network is now open!

The European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) has opened the call for proposals to setup the Enterprise Europe Network for 2025 and beyond.

19 September 2024, 16:00-17:00 CET

Doing business in the United States: what you need to know about the US import customs issues

This webinar will provide an update on the state of transatlantic trade and what you need to know about recent trade policy changes.

Join us online!

Embracing global markets: webinar series

The webinar series provides crucial market intelligence and information on regulatory requirements helping companies expand in fast growing markets in Asia, Africa and the Americas.

Advice and support

Sustainability

We guide companies in their transition to more sustainable business models

EU Single market

We help businesses navigate EU legislations, policies and benefit from the opportunities offered by the Single Market

Digitalisation

We help companies tailor digital solutions to their business needs

Innovation

We enhance businesses’ potential to innovate, grow and develop disruptive products

Business, Technology and R&D Partnering

We match companies with the right business partners and to promote new technologies globally

Resilience

We empower businesses by building up their business agility and resilience to future challenges

Internationalisation

We support businesses to enter international markets and to seize new commercial opportunities

Access to finance

We help you identify sources of finance and ensure your business is investor ready

Access to EU funding

We identify EU funding opportunities that suit your business' needs and help you apply

Find a local Network contact point

Get in touch to receive tailored advice, support and opportunities for international partnerships.

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Supply Chain Resilience Survey

SMEs voice matters - the European Commission is ready to help you!

Help to shape European policy that will support your business.
Take 2 minutes to report your current or anticipated value chain disruptions.
Your timely market intelligence input is crucial.

Let's travel the EU Single Market

Launch of the Single Market travelling exhibition

Join the celebrations of the 30th anniversary of the Single Market with the dedicated travelling exhibition visiting 7 countries!

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Help to Ukraine

The EU and Enterprise Europe Network support to Ukraine

Find an overview of how the Enterprise Europe Network and the European Union are responding to the war in Ukraine.

Our Anniversary

15 years supporting businesses with international ambitions

Network partners across the world are celebrating alongside some of the 4.2 million small businesses that they have helped to innovate and grow internationally.

Latest news

Blog

5 ways peer learning can accelerate your small business’s success

Peer learning can help you make better decisions, expand your network, and seize new opportunities as an entrepreneur. Check out our 5 tips to make the most of it and see how the Enterprise Europe...

5 Sep 2024

Blog

How to start a business in Colombia: 5 things you should know

Colombia is quickly becoming a go-to destination for entrepreneurs, thanks to its prime location, booming economy, and talented workforce. Ready to dive in? Here are 5 must-know tips from our local...

25 Jun 2024

News article

Episode 7 of the Business Wave is here!

Feeling overwhelmed and stressed in your entrepreneurial journey? Balancing hustle and self-care can be tough. If you’re feeling burnt out or struggling to reclaim your energy, this podcast episode is...

7 Jun 2024

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Partnering opportunities

The Network manages Europe's largest online database of business opportunities.

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The Network in numbers

+450

Organisations

+40

countries present around the world and in all regions of the EU

835

small companies get help to innovate and grow internationally

Every single day

112

enterprises benefit from our experts’ in-depth tailored advice

Every single day

companies sign partnership agreements

Every single day

525

companies receive specialised guidance and training sessions

Every single day

Success stories

Bringing together conscious brands and sustainable manufacturers in the textile industry

The clothing industry, one of the top polluting industries on the planet, has multiple negative impacts on the environment. These include intensive water and energy consumption as well as water, soil and air pollution from dyeing and finishing processes.

5 Sep 2024

Alvenat, a family business specialising in the production of first cold pressed rapeseed oil and sunflower oil

From the golden fields of Belgium to European markets

A small sustainable agricultural company can have many challenges to overcome when expanding its business. Exporting a product to other countries may seem complicated, but having the support of experts can make this process easier.

16 Aug 2024

Lighting the path to strategic photonic partnerships

Argotech, a Czech company, is advancing semiconductor photonics with key support from the Enterprise Europe Network.

1 Aug 2024

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The Business wave, our podcast for small businesses with big ambitions.

Every month, dive deep into a world of powerful insights, inspiration, and motivation as we uncover the secrets of success from leading experts and passionate entrepreneurs. Our show is packed with practical solutions, tools, and expert advice to help SMEs and start-ups get to the next level of success.

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