Vanguard Initiative has published a new brief "I3 Instrument Smart specialisation at work across Europe's regions" setting out the case for maintaining I3 as a distinct and adequately resourced instrument in the 2028–2034 Multiannual Financial Framework. The brief...
In its recently published Policy Position Paper, the Vanguard Initiative (VI) calls for an integrated EU industrial & innovation policy based on interconnected regional ecosystems. The network is advocating for a new industrial & innovation policy toolbox addressing industrial competitiveness challe…
With the aim of reinforcing cross-regional collaboration taking place within the pilot, the ADMA energy pilot organized two study visits this year. These visits not only brought together experts, but also ignited dynamic conversations and partnerships, unlocking the full potential of offshore energy…
The European Week of Regions and Cities (EWRC) 2023 took place last week, and was the opportunity to showcase the achievements of Vanguard Initiative regional ecosystems in various events involving regional stakeholders, industry representatives and the European Commission. The Vanguard Initiative s…
On 14 April the Vanguard Initiative Efficient and Sustainable Manufacturing (ESM) pilot held its plenary meeting at the European Parliament and at the Lombardy Delegation to the EU in Brussels. Representatives from EU institutions as well as regional and industrial representatives were present to di…
On 28 March, Vanguard initiative regions were present at thePartnership for Regional Innovation (PRI)event held at the European Commission to celebrate the achievements of the PRI in fostering cross-border interregional value chains.A High-level Event with a strong Representation of VI RegionsThe ev…
Over 90 regional stakeholders gathered together in Brussels on 16 June to attend the VI Innovation Policy conferenceon shaping an ambitious EU Innovation Agenda to accelerate the twin green and digital Transitions.TheRegional Minister for Overijssel, East Netherlands, and VI Chair Eddy Van Hijum, op…
The Vanguard Initiative was selected along with 63 regions, seven cities, and four Member States to participate in the pilot project forPartnerships for Regional Innovation, which is being run in cooperation between the European Committee of the Regions and the Joint Research Centre of the European …
The Commissioner responsible for the Internal Market, Thierry Breton, and his team from the Commission, together with the representatives of the 27 EU Member States and the 28 European experts in industrial policy selected by the Community executive discussed the activity carried out in the monitori…
The Vanguard Initiative (VI) workshop organised in the framework of the EWRC, provided a valuable opportunity to discuss how European Regions are key drivers in the digital transition in the presence of Ms Denisa Perrin, Deputy Head of Unit EU and place-based Innovation Ecosystems at the European Co…
On the 19th of March 2021, the Walloon Government adopted its S3 2.0. Based on an inclusive and participatory process, the new strategy defines 5 strategic priority areas and will be implemented on the basis of a totally reviewed governance setting, and improved policy mix. A strong focus is put on …
The European Commission published the report on the assessment of the stakeholder consultation on the new Interregional Innovation Investment Initiative (I3) proposed under the ERDF regulation for the 2021-2027 programming period. This new instrument, inspired by the Vanguard Initiative experience i…