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a place where innovation is not just a goal, but a way of doing business.
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The Basque Innovation Ecosystem
A Model of Excellence and Collaboration
The Basque Country's innovation ecosystem stands out as a unique and highly effective model in Europe, built on a strong tradition of public-private collaboration, a world-class technological infrastructure and a commitment to strategic sectors that drive the economy of the future.'s most dynamic innovation environments.
What makes it unique?
The Basque Country has successfully developed an integrated ecosystem where startups, SMEs, large companies, research centres, universities and public institutions work together to foster innovation. This collaborative approach, backed by deep industrial knowledge, has positioned our territory at the forefront in key sectors such as clean energy, advanced manufacturing, digital transformation, bioeconomy and health technology.
What can international visitors learn?
The Basque model demonstrates how a well-structured and coordinated innovation ecosystem can drive sustainable economic growth. With an extensive network of Business Innovation Centres (EU|BICs), technology parks, notable R&D institutions, and ambitious funding programmes to accelerate innovation, the basque innovation ecosystem excels at creating a solid bridge between start-ups and established companies, facilitating technology transfer and access to markets
Attendees at the EBN 2025 Congress will have the opportunity to see first-hand how Bizkaia drives entrepreneurship, learn from best practices in industrial collaboration, and explore potential partnerships in one of Europe's most dynamic innovation environments.
Bilbao
Tradition, modernity and culture in a single destination
We invite you to live an unforgettable experience in Bilbao, where tradition and modernity intertwine. Located in the heart of the Basque Country, Bilbao has gone from being an important industrial centre to an international cultural and tourist reference point.
The Guggenheim Museum, with its iconic titanium silhouette, has been key to Bilbao's transformation, attracting visitors from all over the world. But the city offers much more: its Old Town, with cobbled streets steeped in history, is home to the Cathedral of Santiago and a lively social life in its pintxo bars. The Bilbao Estuary, the city's central axis, invites you to stroll along its renovated seafront promenade, where you will find architectural gems such as the Euskalduna Palace, the Zubizuri Bridge and the emblematic Bilbao Suspension Bridge. The latter, also known as the Vizcaya Bridge, is a masterpiece of industrial engineering and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, linking the banks of Portugalete and Getxo with its innovative suspended ferry system. Bilbao also hosts major cultural and sporting events, from the prestigious BBK Live festival to important football matches at San Mamés.
Just a few minutes away, Barakaldo complements this offer with its dynamic spirit and its importance within the metropolitan area. Formerly linked to the steel industry, today it is a modern city with large green spaces such as the Botanical Gardens and an intense commercial life. In addition, the Bilbao Exhibition Centre (BEC) makes Barakaldo an epicentre for international events, hosting trade fairs, concerts and conferences of great importance.
BIC Bizkaia Ezkerraldea
Driving Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Barakaldo
BIC Bizkaia Ezkerraldea is a quality-certified EU|BIC.
Promoted by the Basque Government, the Provincial Council of Bizkaia, and SPRI, EU|BIC Bizkaia Ezkerraldea's goal is to promote the creation, diversification and consolidation of companies in the Ezkerraldea and Meatzaldea regions. As an EU|BIC, the organisation seeks to generate wealth and employment in the region supporting innovative business projects and contributing to local economic development.
Its building has more than 50 business modules of different sizes, designed to house companies at various stages of growth. It also has coworking areas, ideal for collaborative work, and communal spaces that encourage synergy between professionals.
