BABEG GmbH seeks R&D Collaborations and Innovation-Driven Partnerships in Carinthia and abroad

As a driving force in the knowledge triangle of “education, research and business”, we implement projects that promote knowledge transfer, increase competitiveness and R&D in the region.

We provide no-cost and confidential services including:

• Access to a high-tech region with strong R&D infrastructure funds and academic institutions

• Support in identifying funding opportunities and preparing EU – national - regional grant proposals

• Connection to a regional innovation ecosystem with universities, RTOs, clusters, competence centers, incubation centers and tech parks

• Strategic site consulting, investment incentives, and administrative support

• Business parks with focus areas such as (ESBS, Mobility, green & circular economy and many more)

Anyone interested receives tailor-made solutions.

Where:

Carinthia – Your Strategic Gateway to Central Europe

Carinthia, Austria’s southernmost federal state, offers a unique combination of strategic location, innovation-driven industries, and attractive business conditions. Situated at the crossroads of Austria, Italy, and Slovenia, Carinthia provides seamless access to Central and Southeastern European markets.

With a highly skilled workforce, strong R&D infrastructure, and competitive operating costs, the region is ideal for sectors such as microelectronics (ESBS), robotics, green & circular economy, quantum research, clean tech, ICT, advanced manufacturing, and AI Artificial Intelligence. Carinthia is not just a place to do business – it’s where your company can grow, innovate, and thrive in the heart of Europe.

What we are looking for:

We welcome cooperation with companies, research centers, and innovation stakeholders who:

• plan to implement joint R&D or innovation projects (e.g. within Horizon Europe, EDF, Interreg, Digital Europe and more),

• are developing new technologies or prototypes (e.g. in microelectronics, advanced manufacturing, mobility, ICT, environmental or space technologies and more),

• are interested in pilot testing or scaling innovations within a European innovation ecosystem (5G - test laboratory; Europe's largest drone hall with sensors)

• Strategic investments: Promotion of technology parks and non-university competence centers to accelerate research and innovation.