Success stories

When Finnish design company Ainak Ltd reached out to the Enterprise Europe Network seeking a partner to apply for the RE-CENTRE open call, the response was swift. Network partner Business Finland reached out to Sicindustria in Italy and connected Ainak Ltd with Italian furniture manufacturer Escooh. 

At the beginning of August 1945, the Japanese city of Hiroshima lay in ruins. It had just been hit by the first atomic bomb ever used in war, killing tens of thousands. In the midst of the chaos, a tram slowly moved through the ruined buildings. On board a young girl was working.

Invida takes great pride in creating captivating storytelling, as reflected in their award-winning animated shorts and series. However, Slovenia’s largest animation and production studio wanted to take its broad range of services to another level. 

IDloop is revolutionising biometrics with its contactless 3D high-resolution fingerprint imaging technology. Their partnership with Enterprise Europe Network secured crucial funding, expanded their team, and paved the way for global success. 

Compost: produced by the natural process of recycling organic residue, waste food scraps and leaves. The result – 'black gold’, potting soil, healthy soil mix – are all names we give to compost. A natural, pure, clean soil material, full of nutrients, showing respect for the environment. Multiply the scale from garden to global and these very sustainable practices in the agricultural landscape are vital for fostering a healthier planet. They ensure food security and enhance the adaptation and resilience of agricultural systems against climate change. 

Mix a passion for crafts together with a great business idea and you get a recipe for success. 

Radius Machining, an Estonian family business, is a key player in the country’s manufacturing scene. Starting in a small Viimsi garage in 2003, the company’s rapid growth led to a new factory in Peetri by 2016 and the formal establishment of the Radius Group in 2020. 

When Carlos Zúñiga had a heart attack, his family rallied to his side. The assistance of his wife, Esther Arnaiz, and daughters, Alicia and Cristina Zúñiga, helped in his recovery, and their efforts and those of an additional family member, Victoria Vega Arnaiz, laid the foundations of an innovative company - managed by three women - aimed at improving cardiac arrhythmia diagnosis and treatment for countless patients.

Pedestrians are no match for moving vehicles. They are the victims in about 20 % of global road traffic deaths and, unfortunately, zebra crossings often provide a false sense of security. 

Additive manufacturing (AM), commonly known as 3D printing, has revolutionised the engineering landscape by facilitating faster prototyping, reducing manufacturing costs and improving product quality. It has also transformed the future of orthopaedic treatments, offering customised implants tailored to each patient’s anatomy.