Progress and outcomes of the activities under Work Package 7 for the ADi4SMEs project

This report outlines the progress and outcomes of activities under Work Package 7 (WP7) for June 2025, aligned with the overarching goal of fostering early digital skills and promoting digital and green education and training. These initiatives are designed to be inclusive, open, transparent, and non-discriminatory, with a primary focus on supporting: Small and Medium-Sized […]
Finding finance for your business

AI EDIH for the North Central Region Bulgaria provides timely and up-to-date information on funding opportunities and new programs for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that wish to implement innovations and support their business development. Within the framework of Work Package 6, a structured database has been developed, containing funding opportunities, programs, and financial instruments […]
Official opening of AI EDIH’s laboratories

The laboratories of the project “Accelerated digitalization for SMEs in the North-Central region through the creation and development of a European Digital Innovation Hub”, implemented by the Regional Innovation Centre “Ambitious Gabrovo”, were officially opened. The event was attended by the project partners – the University of Veliko Tarnovo “St. Sv. Cyril and Methodius“, the […]
Open call: Selection of a contractor

In connection with the implementation of the grant contract No BG16RFPR002-1.002-0001-C01 “Accelerated digitalization for SMEs in the North-Central region through the creation and development of the EDIH” under the program “Research, Innovation and Digitalization for Smart Transformation” 2021 – 2027, the Regional Innovation Center “Ambitious Gabrovo” published documentation on the procedure for the selection of […]
IVth Balkan Business Forum

The Executive Agency for Promotion of Small and Medium Enterprises (EAPSME), as an institutional partner and in cooperation with the Bulgarian-Turkish Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BTCCI), the Bulgarian-Romanian Chamber of Commerce (BRCC) and with the support of the Commercial Section of the Embassy of the Republic of Turkey in Bulgaria, The Turkish-Bulgarian Business Council […]
Digital Transformation Accelerator (DTA) supporting activities

WP2 of the ADi4SMEs is focused on carrying out tasks related to the supporting services of the Digital Transformation Accelerator (DTA) for the EDIH network. It ensures quick access to service providers, facilitates knowledge transfer and promotes the exchange of experience. It contributes to: the use of the DTA as an accelerating tool for building […]
Local Companies Begin Utilizing Cutting-Edge Equipment at AI EDIH Lab

The AI EDIH is proud to announce that companies have officially begun utilizing the newly installed state-of-the-art equipment in the 3D Printing Laboratory. The laboratory, which now features a Laboratory Extruder and a Laboratory Chamber, is already attracting interest and engagement from regional SMEs exploring advanced manufacturing capabilities. The Laboratory Extruder enables the creation of […]
New European Digital Partnership: EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria Teams Up with EDIH Vilnius

We are delighted to announce a new strategic partnership between EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria and EDIH Vilnius, coordinated by Sunrise Valley Science and Technology Park in Lithuania. This collaboration, formalized on May 7, 2025, marks a significant milestone in our joint mission to empower SMEs and public sector organizations in their digital transformation journeys. […]
EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria and AddSmart of Northern Denmark Join Forces to Drive Digital Innovation in Europe

We are proud to announce a strategic partnership between EDIH AI North Central Bulgaria, part of the ADi4SMEs project, and EDIH of Northern Denmark – AddSmart. This collaboration sets the stage for robust cooperation aimed at advancing digital transformation across Europe. The partnership is rooted in a shared vision: to foster innovation, support SMEs, and […]
Gabrovo Advances Climate Resilience Through MountResilience Project Activities

On April 4, 2025, the Municipality of Gabrovo hosted a workshop titled “Gabrovo – A Green Municipality Adapted to Climate Change”, part of the European project MountResilience. As a regional innovation center and project partner, RIC Gabrovo was proud to support and participate in this initiative, which showcased the city’s proactive approach to building climate […]