New European Bauhaus & Creativity
Considered a science and technology hub including a significant number of internationally known research infrastructures, the Friuli Venezia Giulia Autonomous Region (FVG), located at the heart of Central and South East Europe, hosts a large community of international students and researchers together with a noteworthy network of public and private research institutions. Thanks to the regional Scientific and Innovation System network (SiS), territorial players can count on a strategic tool that enhances activities that help valorisation of innovation and scientific and technology research. According to the Regional Innovation Scoreboard 2023, Friuli Venezia Giulia is recognised as a strong innovator, thanks to the high number of scientific publications, design applications and SMEs innovating in-house.
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S3 Strategy
The Sustainable Smart Specialisation Strategy (S4) of the Friuli Venezia Giulia 2021-2027 encompasses five specialisation areas: Energy transition, circular economy and environmental sustainability; Smart factory and sustainable development of Made in Italy supply chains; Maritime Technologies - Sustainable Waterborne Mobility and its Land Connections connections; Health, quality of life, agribusiness and bio-economy; Cultural heritage, design, creative industries, tourism.
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Advanced manufacturing – COMET
Digital technology district – DITEDI
Strategic R&I Projects
European Entrepreneurial Region (EER)
Friuli Venezia Giulia won the European Entrepreneurial Region 2024 award in July 2023, the specific territorial strategies which will be pursued next year rely on the implementation of three basic pillars: sustainability, digitalisation and clean energy in order to achieve climate neutrality by 2045 as set out in the Regional FVGreen Strategy.
At the 2024 edition of the European Entrepreneurial Region award Friuli Venezia Giulia was awarded for its entrepreneurial visions promoting sustainable, resilient and digital growth
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GO!2025 Goriza-Nova Gorica European Capital of Culture 2025
The City of Gorizia, together with the city of Nova Gorica, will host the first cross-border European Capital of Culture in 2025. The European Grouping for Territorial Cooperation (EGTC GO) will be the tool used to carry out shared project both in Slovenia and in Italy. It can invest across the shared territory of the cities without the constraints of national and administrative borders, while coordinating cross-border investments and thus implementing a true joint conurbation.
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EU Mission for Adaptation to Climate Change Charter
FVG is a signatory of the Adaptation to Climate Change Charter in order to better understand and manage climate risks, as well as to develop innovative solutions to improve preparedness and resilience.
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Host organiser Big Science Business Forum
Friuli Venezia Giulia is the Host Organizer of Big Science Business Forum (BSBF 2024)
Active and Healthy Ageing Reference Site
FVG is part of the Active and Healthy Ageing Reference Site Collaborative Network (awarded “3 stars” European Active and Healthy Ageing Reference Site by the European Commission).
Fair of Culture and Creativity EUREKA Friuli Venezia Giulia
EUREKA Fair 2024, promoted by the Friuli Venezia Giulia Autonomous Region, serves as a dynamic platform for European businesses in the cultural and creative industries.
The initiative aims to promote networking, dialogue, innovation, and collaboration among CCI and traditional companies, making it ideal for enterprises seeking to improve their competitiveness as well as for all culture and innovation enthusiasts. As an exhibitor at Eureka 2024, by reserving a booth, they will have the opportunity to meet leaders in the cultural and creative industry and take part in two days of exposition, B2B meetings, workshops, and conferences. All the information about the new edition of the Eureka Fair in 2024 and how to participate as exhibitors are now available on the webpage.
EUREKA 2024: Fair of culture and creativity - Friuli Venezia Giulia | ERRIN Website
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Latest Updates
- By Zoé Thomazeau
RCH Partnership kick off meeting: Using knowledge of the past to build a more resilient future for Europe's heritage
Last week marked the official launch of the European Partnership for Resilient Cultural Heritage (RCH) in Marseille, hosted at the stunning Mucem – Musée des civilisations de l’Europe et de la Méditerranée. ERRIN is delighted to be part of this ambitious partnership and to have joined the kick‑off meeting alongside so many members.
- By Zoé Thomazeau
ERRIN members to host events at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2026
The European Week of Regions and Cities, taking place in Brussels from 12–14 October 2026, will once again serve as a leading platform for dialogue on regional and urban policy in Europe. This year the motto is 'Strong regions, strong Europe'. ERRIN is pleased to announce that its members will be strongly represented in this year’s programme, with sessions addressing a wide range of topics relevant to Europe’s regions and cities.
- By Clara Sersale
The Friuli Venezia Giulia Region at the EWRC
The Friuli Venezia Giulia Autonomous Region will participate in the European Week of Regions and Cities (EWRC) with two events on 13 and 14 October.
- By Dubravka Jurišić
Join ERRIN, our members and the wider NEB community at the New European Bauhaus Festival 2026!
Between 9–13 June, the third edition of the NEB Festival will take place in Brussels, with satellite events bringing the initiative to local communities across Europe. ERRIN and its members will actively contribute to the Festival through participation in the Fair and several satellite events, including the 14th edition of the EU Design Day. Discover all opportunities and join us on the occassion!
- By Zoé Thomazeau
ERRIN members to host events at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2025
The European Week of Regions and Cities will once again serve as a leading platform for dialogue on regional and urban policy in Europe. ERRIN is pleased to announce that its members will be strongly represented in this year’s programme, with sessions addressing a wide range of topics.
- By Annamaria Cosattini
International design contest - 'From 0 to 100 years: designing a new wooden toy'
The International Design Contest 'From 0 to 100 Years – Designing a New Wooden Toy' is promoted by Handmade In Italy Association for Industrial Design Commission and coordinated by Cluster Legno Arredo Casa FVG. The contest is open to both students and professionals in the fields of design, architecture and related disciplines. Deadline to apply June 27.