Smart Labs, Smarter Organizations: Inside WP5 of EDIH North Central Bulgaria
The “Testing and Experimentation” work package (WP5) of the EDIH North Central Bulgaria plays a pivotal role in supporting the digital transformation of SMEs and public sector organizations. By assessing digital maturity levels and establishing cutting-edge laboratories, the initiative empowers regional stakeholders to adopt innovative technologies and practices. Through structured evaluations, pilot services, and best […]
EDIH North Central Bulgaria has installed part of its advanced laboratory equipment under the “Test – Before – Invest” service
EDIH North Central Bulgaria has installed part of its advanced laboratory equipment under the “Test – Before – Invest” service, which enables companies to experiment with innovative technologies prior to making investment decisions. This service supports SMEs in their digital transformation by providing access to high-tech infrastructure, expert guidance, and hands-on testing opportunities. All equipment […]
Meeting of the RIC Management Board to discuss progress on the EDIH project
On 27.05.2025 at 9.30 a.m., a meeting of the RIC Board of Directors was held in the Technopark building at TU Gabrovo, at which the progress of the EDIH project was discussed and future activities were planned. All members of the RIC Board of Directors were present: Senior Lecturer Irena Rashkova – Chairman and members: […]
Training on Profilometer Use Held in Gabrovo Under EU-Funded Innovation Project
On May 22, 2025, a training session was held for operating a profilometer – an asset delivered under the project BG16RFPR002-1.002-0001-C01 “Accelerated Digitalisation for SMEs in the North-Central Region through the Establishment and Development of EDIH”. The project is funded by the Programme “Research, Innovation and Digitalisation for Smart Transformation” 2021–2027, co-financed by the European […]
Gabrovo Game Jam 2025
Gabrovo Game Jam 2025 January 24 – 26, 2025 Registration for participation no later than January 22 at https://forms.gle/KMYDRUduA9Dof9Sy8 Everyone has heard of the “first seven years” and knows how important they are. Here, for the seventh consecutive time, Gabrovo Game Jam brings together computer and board game enthusiasts, programmers, writers, animators and artists to […]
Acceleration of start-up by meeting with representatives from the triple helix eco-system
A startup pitching session was held in Gabrovo, where a team presented their innovative small-scale vertical wind turbine with a capacity of up to 5 kWh. The turbine, designed for urban and rural applications, can operate at wind speeds as low as 0.8 m/s. Despite having previously patented the product (now expired), the team is […]
EENergy 2nd Call is open to apply for tailored energy efficiency support and the possibility to acquire grants up to 10 000 €!
02.12.2024. On December 2 the 2nd call of EENergy project has been launched, allowing Enterprise Europe Network clients of any industry and size to apply for a grant of 10,000 € with 100% intensity for the implementation of energy effic iency improvements. In the second round, just over € 2 million is still […]
Accelerated Digitalization for SMEs in the North Central Region (ADi4SMEs) through the European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH)
Finally, RIC launched the European Digital Innovation Hub, long awaited by companies in the North Central Region. On October 18, 2024, RIC signed the contract with the Managing Authority. The project has a deadline for implementation from 18.10.2024 to 18.10.2027. The project, “Accelerated Digitalization for SMEs in the North Central Region through the Establishment and […]
Incubator for young talents and researchers
Association “Association of Young Scientists” invites you to participate in the implementation of the “Incubator for Young Talents” project, financed by the “Erasmus+” program of the EU. The organizers aim to gather in one place leaders from business, education and administration, scientific organizations and the NGO sector, to meet the young talents from the district […]
Applications for the Twentieth Anniversary Edition of the “Innovative Enterprise of the Year 2024” Contest are open
Bulgarian companies can apply for the “Innovative Company of the Year” competition, which will mark its 20th edition in 2024. The competition is open to all Bulgarian enterprises that, over the past three years, have developed and introduced high-quality, original innovations that have made a notable impact on both national and international markets. Detailed information […]
