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Wingcopter GmbH, founded in 2014 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, is a developer and manufacturer of unmanned eVTOL fixed-wing drones. The company focuses on delivering goods such as medicines, vaccines, and food to remote locations, as well as providing services for public infrastructure inspection and mapping applications. Wingcopter's patented tilt-rotor mechanism allows its drones to combine the vertical takeoff and landing capabilities of multicopters with the long-range efficiency of fixed-wing aircraft, achieving distances of up to 75 miles and speeds of 150 mph. These drones are designed to operate autonomously and reliably even in challenging weather conditions, making them suitable for various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, forestry, and mining. Wingcopter's contributions to both commercial and humanitarian efforts have earned it recognition as a Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum in 2020.

AT&S is a Europe-based printed circuit board manufacturer focused on high-end printed circuit board technology. Depending on technological and economic requirements, the company offers the widest possible range of printed circuit boards specially tailored to customers’ needs such as double-sided plated-through, multi-layer, high density interconnection and laser-drilled, insulated metallic substrate, flexible, rigid-flex, and semi-flexible. The core businesses of AT&S are mobile devices and substrates, automotive, industrial, medical, aviation, and advanced packaging. It has approximately 7,300 employees, of which around 1,200 are in Austria. In the 2013 and 2014 financial year AT&S’s sales revenues totaled 590 million euros, and earnings before interest and tax were 53.9 million euros. AT&S is headquartered in Leoben, Austria.

Atea ASA is a prominent supplier of IT infrastructure and related solutions in the Nordic and Baltic regions, serving businesses and public sector organizations. Established in 1968 and headquartered in Oslo, Norway, Atea operates in 72 cities across Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. The company offers a comprehensive range of hardware and software solutions for data storage, management, and security, as well as tools for virtualization and automation in data centers. Atea also provides network solutions, communication management services, and collaboration products to enhance digital productivity. With a workforce of approximately 4,600 employees, including around 2,500 consultants and 6,500 technology certifications, Atea is well-equipped to deliver IT products from leading vendors and assist clients with specialized IT infrastructure services.

Telecom Italia offers technological infrastructures and platforms in which voice and data are converted into advanced telecommunications services - as well as the latest ICT and Media solutions. These tools cater for the Group's as well as the country's growth.

Evotec is a global drug discovery partnership firm that collaborates with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, academic institutions, and nonprofit organizations to advance innovative therapeutic solutions. The company specializes in various therapeutic areas, including neuroscience, diabetes, oncology, infectious diseases, and pain and inflammation. It offers a range of services such as fee-for-service drug discovery, integrated collaborations, and development partnerships, with a significant portion of its revenue generated from shared research and development activities. Evotec has established numerous long-term alliances with major industry players and is actively involved in both clinical and pre-clinical development programs. The company also operates a segment focused on biologics, providing contract development and manufacturing organization services. Through its expertise and advanced technologies, Evotec aims to deliver differentiated therapeutics and drive the progress of drug development across multiple fields.

Icosagen Group is a contract research provider and technology developer for biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industries and academia that offers high-end biotechnology services and products. The company’s services include protein production, antibody production, and VLP production. Its products include antibodies, proteins, ELISA kits, transfection reagent, and DNA/RNA isolation. It also offers quality control services such as food microbiology testing services and FITkit for latex allergen testing. Icosagen Group participates in several international and national research programs and projects, including INTENSO, MAARS, and EURIPRED. Its QMCF Technology is a stable episomal expression system that uses specific mammalian cells and appropriate vectors for production of secretable and intracellular recombinant proteins, antibodies, virus-like particles; and for expression of intracellular proteins at physiologically relevant level for development of cell-based assays for screening purposes. The Group is comprised of three entities: parent company Icosagen AS and two subsidiaries: Icosagen Cell Factory Ltd and IcoPark Ltd. Icosagen Group is based in Tartumaa, Estonia.

PPC Renewables, a subsidiary of PPC S.A., is dedicated to the development and management of renewable energy production.

Power Capital Renewable Energy specialize in developing large scale photovoltaic solar farms. The company began by acquiring and asset managing utility scale solar parks.

MedinCell S.A. is a pharmaceutical company based in Jacou, France, that specializes in developing long-acting injectable drug delivery systems using its proprietary BEPO technology. This innovative approach employs biocompatible materials to create formulations that allow for controlled and sustained release of active pharmaceutical ingredients. The company is advancing several product candidates, including mdc-IRM, a subcutaneous injection for schizophrenia currently in Phase III trials, and mdc-CWM, an intra-articular injection aimed at treating pain and inflammation. Additionally, MedinCell is exploring various formulations in research, such as mdc-WWM for contraception and mdc-ANG for central nervous system disorders. The firm focuses on optimizing the efficiency and accessibility of medical treatments across different therapeutic areas through its ongoing research and development efforts.

Blickfeld GmbH manufactures light detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensors. Its product helps to survey near-infrared light to detect the shape of objects, allowing autonomous vehicles to see, and analyze the world around them. The company also develops object detection and mapping software which measures the data provided by the sensors and helps in city planning, connected mobility, real-time mapping, and usage pattern analysis. The company caters to automotive, transportation, industrial, and robotics sectors. The company was founded in 2016 and is based in Munich, Germany.

Vestas is a leading company in the wind energy sector, dedicated exclusively to harnessing the power of wind to create sustainable energy solutions. With over 38,000 wind turbines installed across 63 countries, Vestas contributes significantly to the global energy landscape, aiming to enhance locally produced energy and generate jobs. The company installs an average of one wind turbine every three hours, reflecting its commitment to increasing the share of wind power in the world’s electricity production. By 2020, Vestas anticipated that wind energy would account for 10% of global electricity generation, and it continues to work towards expanding this figure. Additionally, Vestas Ventures serves as the corporate venture capital arm of the company, focusing on accelerating sustainable energy deployment and exploring new growth opportunities through strategic investments. Through these efforts, Vestas aims to lead the transition to a cleaner energy future.

Ovagen is a biotechnology company that has developed the process of producing germ free (GF) chicken eggs and GF birds in commercial quantities for use primarily in the pharmaceutical industry. Ovagen can also provide a Contract Research Service and has extensive expertise in SPF poultry & rodent housing & husbandry, in specific poultry & rodent research technologies to GMP standards and in avian transgenics.

Loci Orthopaedics Limited manufactures medical and dental instruments. The company provides surgical implant for patients with arthritis in their thumb base joint. The company was incorporated in 2017 and is based in Upper Newcastle. Ireland.

The company Quantum Systems GmbH was founded in January 2015 and is specialized in the development and production of autonomous transition aircrafts for civilian use. Their products combine reach and efficiency with the ability to vertically take off and land without additional equipment. By means of the founding team’s diversity, Quantum-Systems manages to combine extensive experience and expertise from all relevant areas of unmanned aerial systems. In 2008 we started to conduct research in the field of autonomous flight systems and already in 2012 successfully completed the first autonomous transition. Quantum Systems GmbH is self-financed and managed by its owner. Thus, we are completely independent in our decision making.The combination of innovative power and uncompromising focus on quality make us the first choice in the area of transition flight.

Nomagic, Inc. is a Warsaw-based company that specializes in robotic manipulation solutions for order fulfillment and warehouse operations. The company develops smart pick-and-place robotic systems designed to enhance efficiency, flexibility, and reliability in e-commerce environments. By automating repetitive tasks, Nomagic's robots help reduce fulfillment costs and address labor shortages, allowing warehouses to operate continuously. The technology is powered by artificial intelligence, enabling the systems to learn and adapt in real-time, thus improving decision-making and operational agility. Nomagic's robots have been successfully deployed in packing lines at Cdiscount, the leading e-commerce platform in France.

Sensible 4 is a Finnish technology company specializing in autonomous driving solutions that address the challenges posed by varying weather conditions. The company has developed a full-stack autonomous driving software capable of transforming any vehicle into a self-driving unit, utilizing data from multiple sensors to ensure safe operation in adverse weather, such as snowfall and fog. In 2022, Sensible 4 plans to launch its first commercial all-weather software product, Dawn, designed for SAE level 4 driverless last-mile shuttles. The company's innovative technology enables seamless operation without the need for lane markings, facilitating autonomous transportation for goods and people, including industrial transport and delivery vehicles. Founded by pioneers in autonomous vehicle development, Sensible 4 has received recognition for its advancements, notably winning the Dubai World Challenge for Self-Driving Transport in 2019.

Inventiva Pharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of oral small molecule therapies for the treatment of patients with significant unmet medical needs in the areas of fibrosis, lysosomal storage disorders and oncology. They have built a pipeline backed by a discovery engine with an extensive library of proprietary molecules, a wholly-owned research and development facility and a team with significant expertise and deep experience in the development of compounds that target nuclear receptors, transcription factors and epigenetic modulation. Leveraging these assets and expertise, they are advancing two clinical candidates in three indications, as well as a deep pipeline of earlier stage programs.

Cabify is a ride-sharing company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Madrid, Spain. It operates in Latin America, Spain, and Portugal, offering a web and mobile app for car booking services. The company prioritizes the experience of both passengers and drivers, striving to provide fair pricing and improve the overall door-to-door journey. Cabify aims to enhance accessibility in transportation, believing that better transport solutions contribute positively to cities and communities.

IQM Finland Oy is a company that specializes in the development and manufacturing of hardware systems for quantum computing. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, IQM focuses on creating scalable quantum processors based on superconducting technology. The company aims to advance quantum computing capabilities, facilitating solutions that can benefit both industry and society. As a spin-out from Aalto University and the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, IQM has made significant strides in areas such as thermal management, which enhances computational speed and information accuracy. These innovations establish IQM as a key player in the global movement towards practical, large-scale quantum computing solutions.

IRBM has developed unique expertise in advancing integrated drug discovery projects, having delivered 25 preclinical candidates and four drugs that are currently on the market. With all their world-class facilities on-site, fully integrated programs are executed under one roof. IRBM works with pharmaceutical companies, non-profit organizations and academic institutions, to quickly and efficiently advance their projects through the drug discovery and development pipeline.

Kayrros SAS is a leading data analytics company based in Paris, France, specializing in the energy markets. Founded in 2016, it focuses on enhancing investment decisions by integrating unstructured data, such as satellite imagery and social news, with financial and technical data. With a team of over 100 employees from more than 15 nationalities, Kayrros operates offices in Houston, London, New York, and Singapore. The company's advanced analytics solutions offer actionable insights in near real-time, providing transparency across the energy chain. Kayrros continually expands its product offerings to incorporate new geographies and data sources, helping global energy market players make informed decisions.

InstaFreight is a digital forwarding company for B2B customers, that enables fast and uncomplicated processing of freight transports. Their goal is to become Europe's leading B2B online freight forwarding company. They stand for reliability, quality, efficiency and transparency. By offering innovative solutions and providing first-class service, they reduce the complexity of the supply chain and ensure absolute transparency for their customers and carriers.

Diadem Srl is a drug development company based in Brescia, Italy, focused on addressing Alzheimer's disease. Founded in 2012, the company is dedicated to advancing innovative therapeutic solutions aimed at predicting and treating this complex neurodegenerative condition. Through its research and development efforts, Diadem seeks to improve the diagnosis and management of Alzheimer's, contributing to the broader fight against this challenging disease.

Priothera Ltd is a clinical-stage company focused on developing orally administered sphingosine 1 phosphate (S1P) receptor modulators aimed at treating haematological malignancies. Founded in 2020 and based in Dublin, Ireland, with an additional location in Saint Louis, France, the company seeks to improve patient outcomes by enhancing the curative potential of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Its lead product, mocravimod, is designed to reduce the egress of specific T cell subsets from lymphatic tissues, thereby providing dual inhibition of graft versus host disease while promoting graft versus leukemia effects. Through this innovative approach, Priothera aims to deliver significant advancements in the treatment of patients with blood cancers.

DyeMansion GmbH, founded in 2013 and based in Munich, Germany, specializes in the post-processing and coloring of 3D-printed laser sintered parts. The company provides high-volume finishing systems that streamline the transition from raw 3D-printed components to high-value consumer and industrial products. With a focus on precision coloring and finishing, DyeMansion serves over four hundred clients, including prominent global manufacturers across various sectors such as eyewear, automotive, retail, medical, and sports equipment. The company has established itself as a leader in additive manufacturing finishing systems for polymer parts, collaborating with major industrial 3D printing systems like EOS, HP, 3D Systems, and Prodways. DyeMansion's technology enables the production of items ranging from luxury sunglasses to essential automotive components, ensuring high-quality results tailored to customer specifications.

Aberdeen Harbour has world-class facilities and bold plans for the future that make us the port of choice for your business. Their knowledge and experience, extensive supply chain and strategic location means they can provide innovative solutions to fit the needs of their customers.

DPG Media operates as a media company. The Company provides wide range of news such as entertainment, sports, politics, market, and other related stories, as well as offers advertising services. DPG Media serves customers in Belgium.

Starship Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures self-driving delivery robots for local goods delivery, including parcels, groceries, and food. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in London, with a research and development center in Estonia, the company aims to revolutionize the delivery landscape by providing autonomous robots that operate safely and efficiently. These robots can autonomously navigate 99% of the time, enabling curb-side deliveries from local hubs within 30 minutes. Equipped with advanced sensors such as cameras and GPS, Starship's delivery solutions are intended to be environmentally friendly and cost-effective, significantly enhancing convenience for consumers. By partnering with stores and restaurants, Starship Technologies facilitates a new era of instant deliveries that align with customer schedules, ultimately striving to make local delivery more accessible and affordable.

Qonto is a financial platform that provides online banking services specifically designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Founded in 2017 by Alex and Steve, Qonto emerged from the founders' frustrations with traditional banking experiences while running their previous company. The platform simplifies banking operations, bookkeeping, and budget management, allowing businesses to send and receive payments through digital bank accounts. It caters to various company types and sizes, enabling clients to manage financial transactions via a mobile application using physical or virtual cards, all while eliminating the need for cumbersome paperwork. With a growing customer base of 50,000 businesses, Qonto aims to deliver a banking experience that meets the unique needs of European entrepreneurs.

Lysogene is a pioneer in the basic research and clinical development of gene therapy for neurodegenerative disorders . Their mission is to radically improve the health of patients suffering from incurable life threatening conditions. They do this by developing AAV vectors that have demonstrated their effectiveness in safely delivering genetic material to the central nervous system.

USound GmbH is a fast growing audio start-up, founded with the mission of developing and producing the most advanced audio systems for mobile applications based on MEMS technology. The technological platform developed by USound is enabling the production of a revolutionary generation of MEMS micro speakers that will be deployed in the world's top mobile applications. USound is a Fabless company: process R&D and manufacturing operations are outsourced to world class industrial partners.

Founded in 2009 by Philippe Bencteux, MD, Robocath designs, develops and commercializes robotic solutions to treat cardiovascular diseases. As an active player in the evolving medical robotic industry, these innovative solutions aim to make medical procedures safer, thanks to reliable technologies, while complementing manual interventions. R-One™ is the first solution developed by Robocath. It uses a unique technology that optimizes the safety of robotic-assisted coronary angioplasty. It is designed to operate with precision and perform specific movements creating better interventional conditions. Thanks to its open architecture, R-One™ is compatible with market leading devices and cath labs. Robocath aims to become the world leader in vascular robotics and develop the remote treatment of vascular emergencies, guaranteeing the best care pathway for all.

Surgivisio SAS is a French company, established in 2009 and based in La Tronche, that specializes in developing and manufacturing healthcare technologies. The company's focus lies in 2D and 3D imaging, real-time surgical navigation, and computer-assisted minimally-invasive surgery, with a particular emphasis on applications in orthopedics and traumatology. The Surgivisio device is classified as a CE-marked IIb-class medical device, indicating its compliance with regulatory standards for safety and effectiveness. Conformity assessment for the device has been conducted by G-MED, ensuring adherence to industry regulations.

Essity AB is a global hygiene and health company that develops, produces, and sells a wide range of personal care, consumer tissue, and professional hygiene products. Its offerings include incontinence products, baby care items, feminine hygiene products, and various wound care solutions. The company also provides consumer tissue products such as toilet paper and facial tissues, alongside professional hygiene solutions like hand soaps, sanitizers, and cleaning products. Essity markets its products under several well-known brands, including TENA, Tork, Libero, and Zewa. With a presence in approximately 150 countries, the company generates a significant portion of its revenue from the European market. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Essity is committed to sustainability and improving well-being through its essential products and solutions.

Varjo Technologies develops headset capable of both virtual and augmented reality. It uses that phrase with two meanings in mind. For one thing, the company’s headset offers resolution in the center of the screen that is good enough to hide individual pixels. But the headset’s display also mimics how human vision works in general. The high-density displays occupies the center of the field of view in headset, and surrounds by lower-resolution displays at the left and right edges. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland.

Eggtronic s.r.l. designs and produces consumer electronics, such as wireless chargers, including wireless pad, wireless charging power stand, wireless charging spot, wireless charging stone, wireless charging valet tray, and dual wireless charging pad; Wheeless, an integrated wireless charger, including Invisa-Qi and Invisa-Qi Pro; and HUB IT, a charging station. It offers power bank, and laptop adapters, including Sirius 65W. It sells its products online. Eggtronic s.r.l. was founded in 2012 and is based in Modena, Italy with production centers in China and Malaysia.

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated, established in 1985 and headquartered in Lomé, Togo, is a banking institution that provides a comprehensive range of retail, corporate, and investment banking services across Africa and internationally. The bank operates through three main segments: Corporate & Investment Banking, Commercial Banking, and Consumer Banking. Its offerings include various account types, personal and asset acquisition loans, mortgages, and payment cards, along with internet and mobile banking services. Additionally, Ecobank provides bancassurance, remittances, foreign exchange, trade finance, and cash management services. The bank serves a diverse clientele, including individuals, multinationals, government agencies, and small to medium-sized enterprises. With a network of 888 branches and over 2,460 ATMs, Ecobank has positioned itself as a key player in the West African banking sector, addressing the needs of a region previously dominated by foreign and state-owned banks.

SATO Oyj provides rental apartments and services in Finland and Russia. The company opertes in the Helsinki, Tampere, Turku, Oulu, Jyväskylä, and St. Petersburg. As of December 31, 2019, it owned a total of 26,074 apartments. The company is also involved in property development activities; and the provision of construction and renovation services. SATO Oyj is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. SATO Oyj operates as a subsidiary of Balder Finska Otas Ab.

Stilla Technologies is a Paris-based European Biotechnology company that focuses on accelerating the development of next-generation genetic tests by providing a ground-breaking and flexible digital PCR (dPCR) solution: the Naica System. Taking advantage of cutting-edge microfluidic innovations, Stilla aims to make dPCR a lab commodity to all Life Sciences areas: research, therapeutics, and all the “omics”.

Xeltis AG operates as a clinical-stage medical device company that develops bio-absorbable heart valves and blood vessels. The company’s RestoreX, a polymer-based technology enables the patient's natural healing system to develop tissue that pervades Xeltis' heart valve, forming a new functional valve within it through a therapeutic approach called Endogenous Tissue Restoration (ETR). Xeltis AG was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland with an additional R&D and manufacturing location in Eindhoven, the Netherlands.

Packhelp sp. z o.o. is a packaging manufacturer based in Warsaw, Poland, founded in 2015. The company specializes in designing and producing custom-branded packaging products, including mailer and shipping boxes made from corrugated cardboard, as well as smaller boxes for items like cosmetics and jewelry. Packhelp provides an online platform that allows users to create and order their own packaging designs through a web application. Its services cater to a diverse clientele, including online stores, physical retailers, agencies, and various enterprises, addressing their specific packaging needs with options for production, engineering, prototyping, and supply chain optimization.

Founded in 1854, University College Dublin is a non-profit organisation based in Ireland. The foundation is an educational institution which offers graduate and undergraduate programs in accounting, biology and others streams.

Provider of broadband services. The company operates a fiber-to-the-building broadband network offering speeds from 200 Mbps to 1000 Mbps.

Quantum Surgical is a provider of surgical robotics focused on developing innovative solutions for minimally invasive surgeries. The company is creating a novel robotic platform designed to enhance the assessment, planning, and treatment of medical conditions. Its technology supports advanced percutaneous ablation therapy, particularly for liver cancer treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes and enhance the safety of interventional oncology procedures. With a commitment to delivering effective clinical solutions, Quantum Surgical seeks to represent unique spinal products and treatment options, benefiting both physicians and patients throughout the continuum of care.

Ørsted is a leading energy company based in Denmark, focused on developing, constructing, and operating offshore and onshore wind farms, bioenergy plants, and waste-to-energy solutions. The company aims to create a world that runs entirely on green energy. Since its transformation from DONG Energy a decade ago, Ørsted has significantly reduced coal consumption by 73% and plans to phase out coal entirely by 2023. It has established itself as a global leader in offshore wind energy, holding a 25% market share and providing power to approximately 9.5 million people. Additionally, Ørsted Wind Power Tw Holding A/S, a subsidiary of Ørsted, is involved in financing offshore wind projects in Taiwan through bond issuance.

EclecticIQ B.V. is a global provider of threat intelligence, hunting, and response technology, supporting government organizations and commercial enterprises in enhancing their cybersecurity posture. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Amsterdam, with additional offices in Herndon, Virginia; London, United Kingdom; and Chi?inau, Moldova, the company offers a range of products and services. These include the EclecticIQ Platform, a comprehensive threat intelligence platform; the EclecticIQ Fusion Center, which delivers multi-source threat intelligence bundles; and the EclecticIQ Academy for cyber threat intelligence training. The company also provides consulting services, team collaboration tools, and various integrations to optimize incident response and security controls. With a focus on building defenses against emerging threats, EclecticIQ has expanded its capabilities through acquisitions, such as Polylogyx's endpoint technology, to further enhance its offerings for clients facing sophisticated cyber threats.

EnduroSat AD, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria, specializes in designing and manufacturing spacecraft and spacecraft modules for various missions, including low Earth orbit and solar system exploration. The company primarily focuses on swarm satellite applications and inter-satellite connectivity, offering a range of products such as CubeSat platforms, antennas, solar panels, onboard computers, and communication modules. EnduroSat provides custom solutions tailored to specific mission requirements and supports clients throughout the entire mission lifecycle. Its products are available for purchase through an online store, enhancing accessibility for businesses and organizations engaged in space exploration and satellite technology.

Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane S.p.A. is a prominent player in the telecommunications infrastructure sector in Italy, specializing in the construction and operation of towers for wireless networks. Established in 2015 from the spinoff of Telecom Italia's tower assets, the company manages approximately 11,000 sites and offers a range of integrated hosting services, including infrastructure for antennae, cabling, and power supply systems. In addition to traditional tower hosting, Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane develops Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) to enhance indoor and outdoor wireless coverage in high-traffic areas such as hospitals, airports, and stadiums. The company's extensive infrastructure supports various network operators, broadcasting service providers, and public institutions, contributing significantly to the country's wireless telecommunications landscape. With a strategic focus on expanding its site portfolio to accommodate emerging technologies like 5G, Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane is positioned as a key contributor to the evolution of wireless communication in Italy.

The company Quantum Systems GmbH was founded in January 2015 and is specialized in the development and production of autonomous transition aircrafts for civilian use. Their products combine reach and efficiency with the ability to vertically take off and land without additional equipment. By means of the founding team’s diversity, Quantum-Systems manages to combine extensive experience and expertise from all relevant areas of unmanned aerial systems. In 2008 we started to conduct research in the field of autonomous flight systems and already in 2012 successfully completed the first autonomous transition. Quantum Systems GmbH is self-financed and managed by its owner. Thus, we are completely independent in our decision making.The combination of innovative power and uncompromising focus on quality make us the first choice in the area of transition flight.

Inbiose NV researches, develops, and produces specialty carbohydrates and related products. It develops fermentation based technology platform suitable for the industrial manufacturing of specialty carbohydrate, called glycans, and produces human milk oligosaccharides (HMO, fucosylated, and sialylated oligosaccharides), infant nutrition, probiotics nutraceuticals, and cosmetic products that helps immune defenses, brain development, gastro-intestinal disorder, anti-microbial and viruses defence mechanisms. The company produces specialty carbohydrates and sugars, such as L-fucose, L-ribose, and sialic acid or human milk oligosaccharides such as fucosyllactose, and sialyllactose; human milk bioactives also called Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMO), for infant food formula (milk bioactives), fortified and functional food/beverages, health ingredients for human and animal, and over the counter food supplements; and prebiotics and probiotics. It also offers biological system feasibility studies (strain construction and proof of concept); development of upstream fermentation protocols and scale-up for specialty carbohydrate targets through access to pilot plant facilities; fermentation optimization (strain platform screening); downstream process design and development; and research contracts and manufacturing contracts. The company serves human and animal nutraceuticals, biomedical, and agro industries. It has partnership with private or public institutions, KOLs in scientific and life science communities, industrial/medical food manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and animal or plant health companies in form of licensing-out, licensing-in, co-development, contract manufacturing, and third party services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Ghent, Belgium.

OSE Immunotherapeutics is a biotechnology company led by world-class immunologists and focused on the development of innovative immunotherapies for immune activation and regulation in the fields of immuno-oncology, auto-immune diseases and transplantation.

Bone Therapeutics is a leading international biopharmaceutical company focused on innovative cell therapy products for the treatment of bone diseases. Utilizing the Company's unique knowledge of the bone/joint physiology and long-standing expertise in cell therapy and cell transplantation, Bone Therapeutics has created a fully integrated business with an advanced product pipeline comprising novel bone cell products, tailored in-house production methods, and minimally invasive treatment techniques.

Red Points Solutions, S.L. is a technology company based in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in protecting brands from online intellectual property infringements, including counterfeiting and digital piracy. Founded in 2011, the company offers a SaaS platform that provides comprehensive brand protection solutions. This includes monitoring digital channels such as e-commerce sites, social media, and specialized websites to safeguard trademarks, designs, and patented technologies. Additionally, Red Points has an anti-piracy solution that identifies and removes infringing media content from various platforms, including streaming websites and peer-to-peer networks. The company's services are utilized by over five hundred brands globally, enabling them to effectively combat illegal products and content online.

As a full-service electronic communications operator on the french market (mobile, fixed, TV, Internet and cloud computing), Bouygues Telecom stands out for its innovative products and services and award-winning customer relations serving its 11.1 million mobile and 2.1 million fixed broadband customers, which include more than 1.5 million professional and corporate clients and 1.9 million B&YOU clients. After inventing the mobile talk-plan concept in France in 1996, Bouygues Telecom has always been a pioneer in innovation: it introduced the first unlimited call plans with Millennium (1999) and Neo (2006); in 2007, it launched the first fixed-mobile convergence offer for corporate customers; in 2009, it invented the “all-in-one” solution with ideo, the first quadruple play offer in the market; and, as early as July 2011, it invented mobile telephony 2.0 with B&YOU, the first SIM-only Web-Only offer. In June 2012, Bouygues Telecom launched Bbox Sensation, its new range of routers packed with the most innovative technologies on the market that will transform the digital home experience and in November 2013, the Box Internet by B&YOU, a double-play which democratizes the access to Internet. In January 2014, Bouygues Telecom and SFR conclude a strategic agreement to share a part of their mobile access networks: it will enable both operators to provide their respective customers better coverage, better quality of service, and to generate significant savings. Its mobile network covers 99% of the French population with 2G, 96% with 3G+ and 60% with H+. Bouygues Telecom is also deploying a nationwide 4G network covering already 70% of the French population, bringing access to 4G to 43 million people in France. Each day, the company’s 9, 049 employees develop solutions aligned with changing customer needs. 2,000 customer relations advisers, a distribution network driven by their 2,500 sales advisers - and its websites combine to ensure optimum customer service on a daily basis. www.bouyguestelecom.fr

BioVersys AG operates as a biopharmaceutical company engaged in research and development of small molecules that switch off drug resistance against existing antibiotics. Its portfolio includes transcriptional regulator inhibitory compounds; nosocomial bacterial strains, such as pseudomonas aeruginosa, enterococcus faecium, or acinetobacter baumannii; and drugs for tuberculosis. The company was founded in 2008 and is based in Basel, Switzerland.

Area9 Lyceum ApS, based in Copenhagen, Denmark, specializes in developing personalized and adaptive online learning modules for a diverse audience, including schoolchildren, students, and professionals. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on delivering education through digital platforms, utilizing advanced technology to enhance the learning experience. Area9 Lyceum is part of a larger group that encompasses two primary business areas: Learning Technology and High-Technology Computer Science. The latter aids companies in optimizing human value through solutions for call centers, legacy systems migration, and process optimization. By integrating cloud-based technology, Area9 Lyceum offers a comprehensive platform that supports content delivery and personalized training, thus significantly reducing development time and facilitating efficient learning processes.

Cortical.io AG develops and markets natural language processing (NLP) solutions based on its proprietary semantic folding technology, which offers a fundamentally new approach to handling big text data. It also provides Cortical engine for processing text; and Cortical.io Contract Intelligence, an AI-based solution for enterprises to review and manage a large corpus of contracts and other legal documents. The company offers retina library to search and analyze big text data repositories; retina API to compare the semantic content of two texts with a single call to the API; and retina databases and applications. Cortical.io AG was founded in 2011 and is based in Vienna, Austria.

Valeo SA, founded in 1923 and headquartered in Paris, France, is an independent automotive supplier that designs, produces, and sells components, integrated systems, and modules for the automotive industry. The company operates through four main segments: Comfort & Driving Assistance Systems, Powertrain Systems, Thermal Systems, and Visibility Systems. Valeo's offerings include advanced parking and driving assistance products, electric powertrain systems, and thermal management solutions to enhance passenger comfort. It also provides lighting and wiper systems for various weather conditions. Valeo generates a significant portion of its revenue from original equipment sales, with a smaller share coming from aftermarket parts. The company serves a global market, with Europe being its largest region, followed by Asia and the Americas. Its commitment to innovation is reflected in its focus on technologies aimed at reducing CO2 emissions and improving vehicle efficiency.

Vulog SA is a company that specializes in shared mobility solutions, offering a platform that enables users to book and reserve cars efficiently. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Paris, France, Vulog provides a comprehensive suite of software as a service (SaaS) solutions, which includes advanced fleet management tools, consumer-facing mobile applications, and connected vehicle technology, allowing for the rapid launch of large-scale fleets. Its technology is designed to support a variety of clients, such as automobile manufacturers, car rental companies, and insurance providers, facilitating their growth and operational efficiency in the shared mobility sector. With additional offices in major cities around the world, Vulog leverages its global presence and artificial intelligence capabilities to optimize fleet operations and anticipate user demand, thereby reshaping urban mobility for both companies and individuals.

On Robot manufactures robot equipment for automation tasks throughout the industry. It provides plug and produce end-of-arm tools and software solutions that help manufacturers take full advantage of the benefits of collaborative robots. The company integrates grippers, sensors, and other cobot equipment to facilitate the use of technology in applications such as packaging, quality testing, material handling, machine tending, assembly, and welding. On Robot was founded in 2015 and is based in Odense, Denmark.

Wenea Mobile Energy is a mobile energy operator.

IDnow is a technology company based in Munich, Germany, specializing in identity verification services through its Identity-as-a-Service platform. Established in 2014, the company employs advanced machine-learning technology to provide real-time identity verification that ensures legal security across Europe and maintains high data security standards. IDnow's solutions enable businesses to conduct customer identification and contract signings online without the need for additional hardware, making it particularly appealing to sectors such as banking, telecommunications, and fintech. The company's clientele includes notable firms like Commerzbank, UBS, Sixt neuwagen, Telefónica, and N26, highlighting its reputation in the industry.

Bizay is an online printing solution that offers a customized marketplace platform for product personalization. The company specializes in digitalizing product customization, allowing brands and individuals to express themselves through tailored products. By providing a user-friendly interface, competitive pricing, and professional design options, Bizay caters to various customer segments, including small and medium-sized enterprises as well as larger brands. The platform facilitates the design and sale of customized products from an extensive catalog, leveraging technology to optimize supply chains and reduce production costs significantly. This approach transforms how businesses communicate and implement their marketing strategies, enhancing overall convenience and delivery speed.

Worldsensing is a market leader in Internet of Things (IoT) solutions. The company has built on its expertise in low-power wireless sensing networks and has created comprehensive vertical solutions in sectors where IoT is making a measurable impact. The company focuses on two key markets: Mobility - a unique smart traffic management portfolio includes Bitcarrier, a real-time traffic flo management solution, and Fastprk, its market-leading smart parking system. Industrial Solutions - offers the LS-G6 platform to monitor key assets in remote or hard-to-access locations. Examples include bridges, tunnels, large public buildings and infrastructures, mines, power lines. Worldsensing raised its round of seed capital in 2010. A series A round was closed in 2013 with Fundación Jose Manuel Entrecanales (FJME) and IESE Business School's Finaves fund as investors. A series B round was completed in 2015, led by FJME, Kibo Ventures and Mitsui & Co. Cisco Ventures and Endeavor also participated in this round. Today, the company has offices in Barcelona and London and has a team of more than 40 professionals. Awards -Fastprk- has won two major awards: the Stockholm Smart City Living Labs Global Award 2011 and the IBM Smart Camp 2010 London Award. -Bitcarrier was IBM Smart Camp Winner (2011), and it has been recognised by Analyst Firm Gartner as "Cool Vendor 2013". -Ignasi Vilajosana, Worldsensing’s CEO, was named the first Spanish Endeavor Entrepreneur in 2014.

Iliad SA is a telecommunications company based in France that offers a range of internet access and telecommunication services through its subsidiaries. The company operates primarily in two segments: Broadband and Traditional Telephony. The Broadband segment includes internet service provider operations, hosting services, call center activities, and the deployment of fiber-to-the-home networks. The Traditional Telephony segment encompasses switched fixed-line telephony, resale of airtime to other operators, and directory services. Additionally, Iliad is involved in mobile telephony, cloud infrastructure, and managed services, expanding its reach across European regions. As of early 2009, Iliad had over 4 million ADSL subscribers, highlighting its significant presence in the broadband market.

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a global major trend. It promises a future in which people and processes communicate and interact with each other fully automatically, almost as if controlled by magic. But to achieve this, we need to know the exact location and status of all relevant ​“things.” We need to connect these things. And this requires a real-time intelligence that lets everything communicate as quickly and intelligently as possible. That’s exactly what we at KINEXON do. For this purpose we offer real-time location solutions and and open edge computing platforms.

Minoryx Therapeutics is a biotechnology company based in Mataro, Spain, founded in 2011. The company specializes in discovering and developing innovative treatments for life-threatening rare diseases, with a particular focus on pediatric neurometabolic conditions of genetic origin. Minoryx is known for its development of pharmacological chaperones, a new generation of small molecule drugs designed to restore protein functionality, thereby addressing unmet medical needs in genetic diseases that severely affect the central nervous system. Additionally, Minoryx engages in repositioning-based projects to explore alternative therapeutic options for these challenging conditions.

Develop your business instead of worrying about the cash flow. SME Finance has a vision to help business grow as smoothly as possible by offering quick and easy funding solutions through invoice finance (factoring) and business loans. With a team of motivated professionals, we have one goal in mind – enable all SME companies across Northern Europe region access financing without any hassle.

Nilar International AB is a Swedish company specializing in the development and manufacture of advanced nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery modules and energy storage systems. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Täby, Sweden, with additional facilities in Gävle and Denver, Nilar focuses on providing solutions for various applications, including traction, industrial use, heavy-duty hybrid vehicles, and smart grid systems. Their innovative battery technology is designed to address the growing demands of energy providers, telecom companies, and commercial property owners, particularly in the context of renewable energy integration and grid stabilization. Nilar's products are characterized by their environmental safety and competitive lifecycle costs, positioning the company as a key player in the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources in both North America and Europe.

Magazino develops and builds perception-controlled, mobile robots for intralogistics. With Magazinos technology individual objects can be identified on the shelf and localized via 2D and 3D cameras, securely grasped and finally placed precisely at their destination.The first self-thinking and self-acting warehouse in the world - that is their vision. With their work they want to promote the development of robotics and actively shape the future of logistics.

Scope Fluidics S.A. manufactures and sells diagnostic devices. It develops disposable microfluidic systems for the collection of micro-samples of blood, as well as storage of reagents for diagnostic markers. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in Warsaw, Poland.

ESB International (ESBI) is a growing international energy company and one of Europe's leading engineering and consultancy organisations. They are responsible for the non-regulated businesses in ESB and operate across a wide area of the energy industry. They also provide engineering design, construction management and strategic consultancy services to clients in Ireland and to the power sector worldwide.

MariaDB Corporation Ab develops and delivers an open source relational database designed for database administrators and application developers. The company offers MariaDB Enterprise, an enterprise-grade database solution that includes features such as backup and recovery, support, and monitoring. This subscription-based service supports organizations using MariaDB and MySQL in production environments. In addition to its core offerings, MariaDB provides a variety of services including architecture planning, database migration, performance tuning, and training. The company has a significant presence in the cloud, operating in major public clouds and Linux distributions, and serves a diverse range of clients, including many Fortune 500 companies. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Espoo, Finland, with additional offices in California, MariaDB is supported by the MariaDB Foundation, which promotes continuity and collaboration in the MariaDB ecosystem.

NavVis GmbH specializes in indoor spatial intelligence solutions for enterprises, offering advanced tools for mapping and visualizing indoor environments. The company develops the NavVis M6, a mobile mapping system designed for large-scale scanning projects, which captures immersive 360° imagery and point clouds. Its NavVis IndoorViewer integrates these point clouds with detailed images to create digital twins, allowing stakeholders to interact with scanned spaces. The company also provides a software development kit to enhance its offerings. NavVis's solutions support various applications, including CAD/BIM modeling, factory planning, maintenance, and indoor navigation. Its client base includes prominent firms in the automotive, construction, real estate, and insurance sectors. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Munich, Germany, NavVis also maintains offices in New York and Shanghai.

Iberdrola, S.A. is a prominent electric utility company based in Bilbao, Spain, engaged in the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity and gas both domestically and internationally. Established in 1840, Iberdrola has built a diverse portfolio of power generation assets, primarily focusing on renewable sources such as wind, hydro, solar, and biomass, while also utilizing fossil fuels and nuclear power. The company is recognized as the largest owner of wind farms globally, with approximately 40% of its generation capacity derived from wind energy. Iberdrola operates in nearly 40 countries and serves a substantial customer base, including millions across Spain, the United Kingdom, and Latin America. In addition to its core electricity and gas operations, Iberdrola is involved in telecommunications, engineering, consulting, and real estate activities. Despite its international expansion, Spain remains central to its operations, accounting for about half of its power generation capacity.

CureVac is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company that provides prophylactic and therapeutic application of messenger RNA. The company develops drugs that are based on Messenger RNA (mRNA) as a data carrier to instruct the human body to produce its own proteins capable of fighting a wide range of diseases. mRNA programs include novel mRNA-based cancer immunotherapies and prophylactic vaccines against infectious diseases (RNActive), molecular therapies designed to trigger the body’s own production of therapeutic proteins (RNArt), and RNA encoded antibodies (RNAntibody). Its most advanced product candidate, CV9104, is being developed in Phase IIb for the treatment of prostate cancer.

Developer of a medical platform intended to deliver clinical decision support for remote care of heart patients with pacemakers. The company's platform leverages machine learning and ethnography to monitor cardiac devices remotely and uses advanced analytics to predict health conditions, enabling chronic patients with digital healthcare that monitors implanted cardiac devices.

BioNTech is a biotechnology company based in Mainz, Germany, focused on developing and commercializing innovative immunotherapies for cancer and infectious diseases. Founded in 2008, BioNTech employs advanced computational discovery and therapeutic drug platforms to create novel biopharmaceuticals. The company has a diverse oncology pipeline, which includes various product candidates in clinical trials targeting different types of cancers, such as melanoma, prostate cancer, HPV-positive head and neck cancers, triple-negative breast cancer, and ovarian cancer. Additionally, BioNTech is exploring neo-antigen specific immunotherapies and mRNA-based treatments, along with novel immunomodulators and therapies for rare diseases. The company collaborates with several major pharmaceutical firms to enhance its research and development efforts. BioNTech also operates a subsidiary in the United States, developing targeted therapies for solid tumors.

Voxeljet AG is a manufacturer of industrial 3D printing systems and a provider of on-demand parts services, catering to a diverse clientele across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Americas. The company operates in two main segments: Systems and Services. The Systems segment focuses on the development and production of high-speed, large-format 3D printers, offering a range that includes models suited for various applications. The Services segment specializes in creating custom parts, sand molds, and plastic models using 3D computer-aided design, primarily for industries such as automotive, aerospace, engineering, and arts. Voxeljet operates one of Europe's largest service centers for on-demand production, enabling customers to efficiently manufacture small batches and prototypes without traditional tooling. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Friedberg, Germany, Voxeljet serves a wide array of clients, including automotive manufacturers, foundries, and research institutions.

AM-Pharma B.V., a biopharmaceutical company, engages in the development and commercialization of therapeutics for human use in the Netherlands. It focuses in the pre-clinical and clinical development of novel therapeutics to treat inflammatory and infectious diseases. The company develops products based on endogenous proteins and protein derived peptides, as well as molecules that naturally occur in the human body. Its products include alkaline phosphatase for treatment of acute kidney injury and ulcerative colitis; and immune response amplifying peptide hLF1-11 for the treatment of drug resistant hospital acquired infections. The company was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Bunnik, the Netherlands.

ITM Isotopen Technologien München AG, a biotechnology and radiopharmaceutical company, through its subsidiaries, develops, manufactures, and supplies targeted diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals and radionuclides used in cancer treatment. It offers EndolucinBeta, a radiopharmaceutical precursor and indicated for the radiolabeling of disease-specific carrier molecules in nuclear medicine; 225Ac and 213Bi, radionuclide products for the next generation targeted radionuclide therapy; and iQS-TS, an automated cassette-based theranostics synthesizer that facilitates the routine preparation of 68Ga, 177Lu, and 90Y radiolabeled biomolecules. The company also provides iQS® Ga-68, a fluidic labeling module and portable system for the preparation of 68Ga labeled PET/CT tracers; The GMP 68Ga, a chemical set that contains reagents and solvents for the radiolabeling process of DOTA-somatostatin analogs, DKFZ-PSMA-617, and DKFZ-PSMA-11 (HBED-CC); radio-high-performance liquid chromatography system that is used for the assessment of radiopharmaceuticals; and consumables. In addition, it offers GMP radiolabeling services through its laboratories, as well as focuses on developing a portfolio of treatments that address a range of cancers, such as neuroendocrine cancers or bone metastases. ITM Isotopen Technologien München AG was founded in 2004 and is based in Garching, Germany.

Kinéis is an independent, private satellite operator. An emerging player in the new space sector, the company wants to lead innovation in global connectivity for the IoT domain. Through its technologies, Kinéis works closely with terrestrial IoT operators, current satellite operators and connected object manufacturers, to locate and collect data all over the globe in all conditions.

Azimo Limited is a digital money transfer network that enables users to send money internationally via an online platform accessible from any internet-connected device. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in London, with an additional office in Amsterdam, the company offers mobile applications for both Android and iOS. Azimo aims to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional money transfer methods by offering lower fees and competitive exchange rates. The platform allows users to send money directly to bank accounts or to over 270,000 cash pick-up locations worldwide, focusing on delivering a convenient and efficient service.

Telefónica Deutschland offers mobile and fixed services for private and business customers, as well as innovative digital products and services in the fields of Internet of Things and data analytics. With a total of 49.6 million1) customer lines, the company is one of the leading integrated telecommunications providers. In the mobile segment alone, Telefónica Deutschland is responsible for more than 45 million1) lines. Telefónica Deutschland will become the "Mobile Customer & Digital Champion" – with this aspiration, the company intends to become the preferred customer partner in the German mobile service market by 2022. This is linked to a clear mandate that Telefónica Deutschland will make its customers’ lives easier and better and allows them mobile freedom in the digital world. In concrete terms, this means a consistently positive experience with the brand, products, customer service and network. The company already has an excellent foundation to reach this goal. No network operator in Germany connects more people with mobile services. Following the integration of E-Plus, the company is digitalising its business model while consistently focusing on customer benefit.

Bolt Technology OÜ operates a transportation platform that offers ride-hailing, micromobility, and food delivery services. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia, Bolt provides a smartphone application that enables users to book taxis based on price and quality ratings, track drivers in real-time, and order services without waiting for a dispatcher. The company has expanded rapidly, serving over 50 million customers across more than 40 countries, including regions in Europe, Latin America, and Africa. Bolt aims to reshape urban mobility by promoting a future with reduced car ownership and enhanced flexible transport options, thereby contributing to decreased traffic congestion and pollution in cities.

On Robot manufactures robot equipment for automation tasks throughout the industry. It provides plug and produce end-of-arm tools and software solutions that help manufacturers take full advantage of the benefits of collaborative robots. The company integrates grippers, sensors, and other cobot equipment to facilitate the use of technology in applications such as packaging, quality testing, material handling, machine tending, assembly, and welding. On Robot was founded in 2015 and is based in Odense, Denmark.

MolMed S.p.A. is a medical biotechnology company focused on research, development and clinical validation of novel anticancer therapies. MolMed’s pipeline includes antitumour therapeutics in clinical and preclinical development: Zalmoxis® (TK) is a cell-based therapy enabling bone marrow transplants from partially compatible donors, in absence of post-transplant immune-suppression, currently in Phase III in high-risk acute leukaemia and under evaluation by EMA for a Conditional Marketing Authorization; NGR-hTNF is a novel therapeutic agent for solid tumours which displays antitumor activity through its specific binding to blood vessels feeding the tumour mass, currently investigated in a broad clinical programme; CAR-CD44v6, an immuno-gene therapy project potentially effective for many haematological malignancies and several epithelial tumours, currently in preclinical development. MolMed also conducts cell and gene therapy projects in collaboration with third parties, offering resources and expertise covering preclinical to Phase III trials activities.

Median Technologies is a company that develops and markets software products and platforms for medical image analysis, focusing on oncology clinical trials and cancer screening. Founded in 2002 and based in Valbonne, France, it offers solutions such as iBiopsy, an AI-powered platform that aids in biomarker identification and patient profiling through CT scan similarity searches, and iSee, which facilitates image analysis and management in clinical trials. The company aims to standardize and automate the interpretation of medical images to enhance the diagnosis of cancer and evaluate treatment responses. Median Technologies serves both drug development and patient care markets, partnering with contract research organizations and Canon to deliver integrated imaging services and innovate new imaging technologies.

BioNTech is a biotechnology company based in Mainz, Germany, focused on developing and commercializing innovative immunotherapies for cancer and infectious diseases. Founded in 2008, BioNTech employs advanced computational discovery and therapeutic drug platforms to create novel biopharmaceuticals. The company has a diverse oncology pipeline, which includes various product candidates in clinical trials targeting different types of cancers, such as melanoma, prostate cancer, HPV-positive head and neck cancers, triple-negative breast cancer, and ovarian cancer. Additionally, BioNTech is exploring neo-antigen specific immunotherapies and mRNA-based treatments, along with novel immunomodulators and therapies for rare diseases. The company collaborates with several major pharmaceutical firms to enhance its research and development efforts. BioNTech also operates a subsidiary in the United States, developing targeted therapies for solid tumors.

Ottobock has stood for innovation and entrepreneurial success, combined with the calling to provide handicapped people with the best possible quality of life through freedom of movement and independence. Driven by a pioneering spirit, courage and decisiveness,

Orange is a digital operator headquartered in Paris, France, providing mobile and internet services across Europe and Africa, as well as corporate telecommunication services worldwide. The company operates under the brand name Orange Business Services (OBS), which offers a comprehensive range of voice, data, IT, and integrated services to large corporations, local authorities, and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Additionally, OBS supports multinational firms in executing their communication projects. Orange also engages with startups through Orange Fabs, an international network that provides resources and expertise to foster innovation in the digital space. The company has a venture capital arm, Orange Ventures, which manages significant assets and focuses on investing in technology and digital sectors to support emerging global tech champions and sustainable business models. Founded in 1991, Orange operates in 30 countries and continues to expand its services and investment initiatives.

Carbery Group is recognised as an international manufacturer of speciality food ingredients, flavouring systems and as an award-winning cheese producer. We are owned by four Irish dairy co-operatives, employ more than 600 people, and manufacture from 8 facilities worldwide, including Ireland, UK, USA, Brazil and Thailand.

Bitmovin Inc specializes in online streaming solutions and server encoding systems, offering a range of products designed to enhance video delivery and user experience. The company's key offerings include a cloud-based transcoding platform known as bitcodin, which supports adaptive streaming for MPEG-DASH and Apple HLS, as well as BITDASH, a suite of optimized clients for various devices. Additionally, Bitmovin provides an Encoding API for real-time content encoding, a Player for delivering video to streaming devices, and analytics tools that help increase viewer engagement through actionable insights. Founded in 2012 and based in San Francisco, California, with an additional office in Klagenfurt, Austria, Bitmovin emerged from the Alpen-Adria-University Klagenfurt and continues to engage in research and standardization efforts in the multimedia sector. The company maintains a strategic partnership with Intertrust Technologies Corporation and has attracted investment from notable firms such as Atomico and YCombinator.

QEV Tech is one of the Pioneers when it comes to electric mobility. The COO, Joan Orus, started his journey 20 years ago creating the solar car that raced over salt lakes in Australia. His racing spirit lead the team to many victories in different championships. Trough racing in WRC, TCR, WTCC and Formula E team also developing cutting edge technologies. This innovation and technology opened doors for the company to start development of technology and full vehicles for other automotive companies.

Prophesee SA develops machine vision sensors and systems for applications in the fields of machine vision. It serves clients in bio-medical and healthcare, gaming, industrial automation, instrumentation and lab, mobile and device, robotics, security and surveillance, video compression, aerospace and defense, and automotive markets. The company was formerly known as Chronocam SAS and changed its name to Prophesee SA in February, 2018. Prophesee SA was founded in 2014 and is based in Paris, France.

Clavister is one of Europe’s leading cybersecurity vendors, headquartered in Sweden, with over 20 years of experience. It has customers — communication service providers, governments, enterprises and managed security service providers (MSSP)—in over 150 countries and it provides unique security solutions in order for them to protect their digital assets and secure business continuity. The Clavister portfolio ranges from Identity Access Management (IAM) solutions and end-point to security software to network security products—both physical and virtualized for the cloud. The company is listed on the Swedish stock exchange Nasdaq First North under the ticker symbol CLAV.

Winnow Solutions Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in providing systems to measure and reduce food waste in the food service industry, including restaurants. Founded in 2013, Winnow develops artificial intelligence tools designed to assist chefs in optimizing kitchen operations, thereby increasing profitability and sustainability. The company’s digital solutions provide valuable data that helps improve production processes and minimize the environmental impact associated with food waste. By promoting a movement among chefs and connecting commercial kitchens, Winnow aims to inspire others in the industry to adopt more sustainable practices.