📢 Registrations are open for the Annual #I3Instrument Forum 2026! Join the I3 community on 1 October in Brussels to discuss... ✅ Project results and success stories ✅ Innovation capacity building ✅ Future outlook for the Instrument under the new MFF Featuring experts from the European Commission, EISMEA, Interreg Europe and leading innovation organisations. 🔗 Register now: interregional-innovation-inv… Places are filling up quickly, so register as soon as possible. Registration is required for all participants and subject to confirmation.

The countdown is on for #EURegionsWeek 2026! Bring Europe to your community and join one of the EU's key events for regions and cities. 📍 Want to host a partner event in your region? Apply by 9 September 🎟️ Want to attend? Register by 30 September Strong regions, strong Europe. 🇪🇺 🔗 eu-regions-week.europa.eu/

The #S3Conference2026 may be over, but the conversation continues 🤝 Explore the conclusions of the event, presentations and photo gallery here: 🔗 ec.europa.eu/regional_policy… #SmartSpecialisation #S3CoP

At #S3CoP2026, the second panel highlighted that Europe’s competitiveness now depends on stronger interregional collaboration & strong implementation. The focus for S3 must be on: 👉  Connecting regional capabilities 👉  Empowering clusters & ecosystems 👉  Building strategic partnerships 👉  Focusing on delivery & governance Moving forward we need stronger delivery of #SmartSpecialisation Strategies. #S3CoP

S3 has come a long way, and now it’s time to take it to the next level. Last week at the #S3Conference2026, the first panel showed how #SmartSpecialisation is here to stay - but it must continue to evolve from an innovation tool to a full competitiveness & industrial transformation framework. Key next steps include: 👉 Strengthening interregional cooperation 👉 Accommodating to emerging challenges 👉 Aligning with industrial policy Follow us to learn all about S3! #S3CoP

That’s a wrap on #S3Conference2026! Over two fully booked days in Brussels, the #S3CoP community came together for inspiring discussions on the future of #SmartSpecialisation. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to the success of the event! 🇪🇺 Stay tuned for more highlights soon.

📅 #S3Conference2026 might be over… but you can already mark your calendar for the next edition! The 2027 S3 CoP Annual Forum will take place in April 2027 in Dusseldorf - North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Follow us to find out more! #S3CoP #SmartSpecialisation

💡 #S3Conference2026 put the spotlight on the new S3 Learning Communities. Designed to support peer exchange and shared learning, they will help regions work together on key #SmartSpecialisation priorities. #S3CoP

💬 From policy to partnership at #S3Conference2026. The session highlighted how #SmartSpecialisation can turn shared priorities into practical collaboration across regions, platforms and partnerships. Existing S3 CoP partnerships are open to new members. If your region is interested, reach out to join: 🔗ec.europa.eu/regional_policy… #S3CoP #S3Conference2026

Day 2 of #S3Conference2026 is kicking off! Today, discussions continue with the annual meeting of S3 Thematic Platforms and Partnerships and the new Learning Communities. Building on day 1, a strong message guides the discussions: #SmartSpecialisation is here to stay! It’s time to make it more concrete, better measure its regional impact, and shape a shared vision for the future. #SmartSpecialisation #S3CoP

Thank you to everyone who joined us today for Day 1 of #S3Conference2026! It was a full day of discussions, exchange and collaboration on the future of #SmartSpecialisation. We look forward to welcoming participants back tomorrow for Day 2. #S3CoP

💡A clear insight from the second panel of the day: delivering #S3 strategies means moving from priorities to action, with stronger governance, sharper policy mixes and deeper interregional cooperation. #SmartSpecialisation #S3Conference2026

The first panel of the conference explores competitiveness, strategic sovereignty and the role of #SmartSpecialisation in connecting regional strengths with EU priorities. #S3Conference2026

🔴 The #S3Conference2026 has started in Brussels! Join us live for two days of discussions, exchange and collaboration on the future of #SmartSpecialisation. Tune in here: ec.europa.eu/regional_policy… #S3CoP

One day to go until the #S3Conference2026 kicks off in Brussels! Get ready for two days of discussions, exchange and collaboration on the future of #SmartSpecialisation 🇪🇺 Explore the full programme here:  mcibrussels.swoogo.com/S3CoP… 🔴 Can't make it? Watch the livestream on June 23rd and 24th at 9:00! 🔗 ec.europa.eu/regional_policy… 📷

Registrations for #S3Conference2026 are closed ✅ Won't be able to join us in Brussels? Follow the #S3Conference2026 plenary sessions live! 🎥 📅 June 23rd at 9:00! Tune in here: 🔗 ec.europa.eu/regional_policy… Explore the full programme: mcibrussels.swoogo.com/S3CoP… #SmartSpecialisation #S3CoP

⏳ Let the countdown for the #S3Conference2026 begin! Get ready two days of discussions, exchanges and practical insights on #SmartSpecialisation 📍 Brussels | 23 & 24 June 🔗 mcibrussels.swoogo.com/S3CoP… Will we be seeing you there?

Is your region focusing on biotech as a driver of growth and innovation? Have your say on the future European Biotech Act II! The new Act will address industrial biotechnology and biomanufacturing. Reply by 10 June! 👉 ec.europa.eu/info/law/better…

This is your final chance to register for the #S3Conference2026 ⏳ Don't miss out on a captivating programme of speakers, panels & insights driving #SmartSpecialisation. ❌ June 24th is fully booked so act fast! Register here! 👇 ec.europa.eu/regional_policy…