About Us
The Vanguard Initiative is a unique network of European regions working together to strengthen European excellence and competitiveness. By connecting regional governments, industries, clusters, and research institutes, we create a powerful ecosystem that accelerates the development and deployment of innovation..
Our members collaborate through structured governance, joint projects, and regular exchanges in Brussels and in their regions, making the Vanguard Initiative a trusted partner in shaping a new innovative ecosystem..
Our Mission & Values
We believe that innovation flourishes through collaboration.
The Vanguard Initiative is built on the values of:
Co-creation
Bringing regions, industry, and research together to co-develop bold, forward-looking innovation.
Trust & Commitment
Building long-term partnerships based on shared goals and mutual support.
Impact
Translating ideas into tangible results that boost regional economies and strengthen Europe’s strength and independence.
Through this shared vision, the Vanguard Initiative drives innovation that keeps Europe at the forefront, ensuring progress, sustainability, and sovereignty for the generations ahead.
Our Role in Europe
As a pioneering interregional network, the Vanguard Initiative:
- Connects regional strengths to European priorities.
- Leads cross-border collaboration to accelerate innovation and industrial transformation.
- Acts as a bridge between local ecosystems and EU institutions, ensuring regions’ voices are heard ensuring regions shape Europe’s capacity to innovate and act independently.
Translates joint ambitions into practice through its interregional innovation platforms, financial instruments and policy intelligence.
Looking Back,
Moving Forward
Since its creation, the Vanguard Initiative has grown into a dynamic platform for regional collaboration. Over the past decade, we have:
- Brought together more than 30 European regions.
- Launched interregional pilot projects that strengthen Europe’s strategic capacities.
- Prove the power of regions to reinforce Europe’s resilience.
Our network continues to expand and evolve, setting the course for the next decade of regional industrial leadership.
Get Involved
Interested in learning more about our work or joining the Vanguard Initiative?
Discover how your region can become part of a growing movement that is shaping Europe’s industrial future.