Event agenda
Wednesday, 6 May 2026
08:30 - 09:15
Registration & welcome coffee
Kick off the day with a fresh coffee in hand while meeting new faces and collecting your badge sorted.
09:15 - 09:20
Opening words
1 speaker
09:20 - 09:30
Welcome note
Hear from the EUREKA Chairman Marc Pauchard as he officially opens the event, sharing key perspectives and setting the stage for the day’s programme.
2 speakers
09:30 - 09:50
Keynote 1: Future of innovation - a business perspective
Get a corporate perspective about how innovation will shape the next decade, tackling global challenges, driving prosperity and redefining who leads and benefits from tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
1 speaker
09:50 - 10:10
Keynote 2: Future of innovation - the European perspective
Achim Wambach will offer insightful perspectives on Europe’s role in innovation, highlighting its unique challenges and promising opportunities that will shape the continent’s future.
1 speaker
10:10 - 10:40
Interactive panel discussion
Join the interactive panel discussion, with an the opportunity to actively engage with experts and contribute your questions to the conversation on today’s key topics.
4 speakers
10:40 - 10:50
Introduction to networking session
Discover effective ways to connect and collaborate during the networking session.
1 speaker
11:00 - 13:30
Country booths
Explore the diversity of innovation initiatives at country booths.
Lunch
Take time to relax and refuel during the lunch break, preparing yourself for the afternoon ahead.
Wall of fame
Celebrate four decades of successful EUREKA project achievements in the Wall of Fame.
11:00 - 13:20
Matchmaking Session 1 - Connect and collaborate
- Main Conference Hall
Meeting duration:20 minutes time slots
The matchmaking session welcomes participants to spark new ideas, share expertise, and connect for potential project collaborations. Attendees can arrange 15-minute meetings with like-minded peers to explore partnership opportunities.
13:30 - 13:50
40 years of Eureka and the future
Reflections on Eureka’s 40-year journey and its future role in global innovation highlighting lessons from the Eureka publication "Blueprint for a better tomorrow".
3 speakers
13:50 - 14:10
Eureka’s value for member countries
Country representatives discuss how Eureka drives national innovation, competitiveness, and growth, highlighting the benefits of cross-border collaboration for economies and societies.
5 speakers
14:10 - 14:20
14:20 - 15:00
Eureka project successes in focus
Discover three projects , selected from many featured in "Blueprint for a better tomorrow", showcasing the lasting impact and success of the EUREKA programme over its 40-year history.
5 speakers
15:00 - 16:00
Coffee break
Take time to relax and refuel during the coffee break.
Country booths
Explore the diversity of innovation initiatives at country booths.
Hall of fame
Celebrate four decades of successful EUREKA project achievements in the Hall of Fame.
15:00 - 15:40
Matchmaking Session 2 - Connect and collaborate
- Main Conference Hall
Meeting duration:20 minutes time slots
The matchmaking session welcomes participants to spark new ideas, share expertise, and connect for potential project collaborations. Attendees can arrange 15-minute meetings with like-minded peers to explore partnership opportunities.
16:00 - 16:20
Keynote 3: Value of governmental support in innovation cooperation for the economy
Piret Tõnurist will discuss the value of governmental support in innovation cooperation, addressing the alignment between global market developments, economic strategies, and government initiatives.
1 speaker
16:20 - 16:30
16:30 - 17:15
17:15 - 17:30
Closing words
2 speakers
17:30 - 18:00
Farewell apéro
Join us for a relaxed farewell apéro to unwind, connect, and celebrate the day together.