Stay up to date with the latest developments from the Vanguard Initiative. Our Media & Resources section brings together news, reports, and updates, keeping members, stakeholders, and the broader innovation community informed about our activities and achievements.
Whether you want to read about recent pilot projects, policy developments, or key reports on regional innovation, you will find the latest insights here.
News
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Smart specialisation at work: our new brief on the I3 Instrument
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...
Smart Health Pilot launches new demo case on cardiac telerehabilitation
The Smart Health Pilotofficially launched a new demo case, focused on cardiac telerehabilitation. Called CARDIO-TELEREHAB, the new initiative brings together partners from North-East Romania and Noord-Brabant in the Netherlands to explore how digital technologies can...
Vanguard Initiative signs Memorandum of Understanding with CBE JU and regional bioeconomy networks
The Vanguard Initiative has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU), the European Forest Institute (EFI), the European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN), and the European Regions Network...
Policy Papers
Have a look at the most important news and documents below.
Smart specialisation at work: our new brief on the I3 Instrument
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...
Integrated Eu Industrial Innovation Policy Based Interconnected Regional Ecosystems
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…
Adma Energy Pilot Fosters Cross Regional Collaboration Through Study Visits 2023
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…
Reports
Have a look at the most important news and documents below.
VI Annual Report 2025
The report is available here.
Annual Report 2023: Bioeconomy
The report is available here.
Annual Report 2023: Hydrogen
The report is available here.