Investment Readiness Programme (IRP)

The National Innovation Fund is pleased to inform the Bulgarian innovation ecosystem about the upcoming thematic online sessions under the Investment Readiness Programme (IRP) of the Eureka Network - part of the European Partnership for Innovative SMEs, co-funded by the European Union through Horizon Europe.

The initiative provides a strategic opportunity for start-ups and innovative companies to engage directly with leading corporate and venture investors, present their solutions, and apply for follow-on collaboration, including the development of pilot proof-of-concept projects.

🔴 17 March 2026, 10:00 – 10:45 CET
Thematic Online Session with Eksim Ventures

Eksim Ventures is the corporate venture capital (CVC) arm of Eksim Holding, managing a USD 30 million fund focused on companies from early to growth stages (Seed to Series C).

Focus areas:

• Mobility
• Financial technologies (FinTech)
• Health technologies and wellness
• Food and retail industries
• Marketing technologies (MarTech)
• Human resources technologies (HR-tech)
• Artificial intelligence (including autonomous systems and collaborative robots – cobots)
• Energy and food technologies

Following the session, participants will be able to submit their pitch decks via the Eureka platform for the opportunity to enter into direct investment dialogue.

🔗 Registration: Eksim Ventures

🔴 17 March 2026, 15:00 – 15:45 CET
Challenge Online Session with Telefónica

Telefónica is among the leading telecommunications companies in Europe and Latin America, actively developing and deploying solutions in:

• Cybersecurity
• Cloud technologies
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Big Data
• Artificial intelligence
• Blockchain technologies

The session will present opportunities for technological collaboration and corporate partnerships with a global industry leader.

🔗 Registration: Telefonica

🔴 19 March 2026, 15:00 – 15:45 CET
Thematic Online Session with Infineon Technologies

Infineon is a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing and a key driver in the development of:

• Energy-efficient solutions
• Green and sustainable energy
• Clean and safe mobility
• Secure IoT ecosystems

The session will outline concrete partnership opportunities and strategic areas in which the company is seeking innovative solutions.

🔗 Registration: Infineon

🔴 31 March 2026, 14:00 – 14:45 CET
Challenge Online Session with İnci Holding

İnci Holding brings together 11 companies and 9 production sites with over 3,200 employees, operating across four main sectors:

• Automotive industry
• Services
• Technologies
• Social responsibility

During the session, specific industrial challenges related to mobility will be presented. Participants will have the opportunity to propose innovative solutions and apply for joint projects.

🔗 Registration: Inci Holding

About the Investment Readiness Programme (IRP)

The Investment Readiness Programme aims to support innovative enterprises in preparing to attract private investment and establish strategic partnerships. The programme connects start-ups with leading corporate entities and investors from across Europe and beyond.

Active participation of Bulgarian companies in such initiatives creates tangible opportunities for:

• Access to international capital
• Technology transfer
• Development of joint pilot projects
• Sustainable positioning of Bulgarian innovations in the global market