In February 2025, a group of 23 innovators – startup founders, SMEs, and ecosystem builders from across Europe – touched down in Larissa for the Greek edition of the ExcellEnt Soft-Landing Mission. As part of the Horizon Europe ExcellEnt project, the mission was designed not just as a study visit, but as a dynamic, […]

  In just over three decades, Ireland has evolved from a peripheral economy into one of Europe’s most dynamic innovation hubs – a magnet for global companies, venture capital, and top-tier talent. With its reputation for strategic public-private collaboration and long-term vision, Dublin was selected as the next destination for a soft-landing mission under the […]

Why Ecosystems Matter Innovation doesn’t happen in isolation — it thrives in ecosystems. These interconnected environments bring together entrepreneurs, researchers, universities, investors, and public institutions to share knowledge, reduce risk, and accelerate growth. When these actors collaborate across borders, new opportunities emerge for solving global challenges, scaling ventures, and building resilient economies. Through the ExcellEnt […]