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2nd amendment to the Invitation for the Action “Advanced Digital Transformation for SMEs”

26 September 2023

Following the recent requirements of the NSRF 2021-2027 Management and Control System, the 2nd amendment to the Invitation for the Action “Advanced Digital Transformation for SMEs” of the Programme “Competitiveness 2021-2027” was published. According to the new invitation, the maximum duration for completion of the physical and financial scope of the investment plan may not exceed fifteen (15) months from the date of issue of the Decision Approving Evaluation Results.

Video: From EPAnEK to the Competitiveness Programme

25 September 2023

A new video has been published on the channel of the 'Competitiveness' Programme. It provides a brief overview of how EPAnEK (NSRF 2014-2020) and the 'Competitiveness' Programme have contributed and continue to contribute to Greek entrepreneurship as well as the opportunities they create.

The first Funding Approvals for the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme (NSRF 2021-2027) are announced

5 September 2023

The Ministry of Economy and Finance announces the completion of the first evaluations of the funding applications for the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme in the context of NSRF 2021-2027, through the Integrated State Aid Information System.

Frequently Asked Questions file for the Calls for Proposals titled ‘Development of European Digital Innovation Hubs Network funded by the “Digital Europe” Programme’ and ‘Development of European Digital Innovation Hubs Network which have received a Seal of Excellence from the “Digital Europe” Programme’

30 August 2023

The Decision approving the Frequently Asked Questions and Answers file for the Call for Proposals ‘Development of a Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHS) funded by the "Digital Europe" Program’ and for the Invitation ‘Development of a European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHS) Network that have received a Seal of Excellence from the "Digital Europe" Program’.

2nd amendment to the Call for Action ‘Basic Digital Transformation of SMEs’

3 August 2023

The 2nd amendment to the Call for Action ‘Basic Digital Transformation of SMEs’ of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme was published, which sets out that the maximum duration for the completion of the physical and financial scope of the investment plan cannot exceed nine (9) months, from the date of issuance of the Decision approving the evaluation results, as applicable. Funding application with an implementation duration of more than nine (9) months from the date of issuance of the Decision Approving the Evaluation Results shall be removed and any aid paid shall be fully recovered.

1st amendment of Call ‘Development of Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs – EDIHS’, which has received a Seal of Excellence from the “Digital Europe” Programme

26 July 2023

The 1st amendment to the Call for Proposals of the ‘Competitiveness Programme’ was published: “Development of a Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHS) that have received a Seal of Excellence from the "Digital Europe" Programme", according to which the deadline for submitting proposals is extended until 29/09/2023 at14:00

1st amendment to Call ‘Development of Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs – EDIHS’, which has received a Seal of Excellence from the “Digital Europe” Programme

26 July 2023

The 1st amendment to the Call for Proposals of the ‘Competitiveness Programme’ was published: “Development of a Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHS) that are funded by the "Digital Europe" Programme", according to which the deadline for submitting proposals is extended until 29/09/2023 at 14:00.

27 June – Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day. Contribution of European co-financing to SMEs

27 June 2023

On 6 April 2017, the UN adopted 27 June as “Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day”, with the aim of highlighting the importance of SMEs in sustainable development on a global scale.

Announcement of creation of European Nanotechnology Research Centre in Greece

1 June 2023

The official opening event for the European Research Centre “Centre of Excellence for Organic, Printed Electronics & Nanotechnologies” (COPE–Nano) was successfully held in Thessaloniki on Tuesday, 30 May 2023, at the Porto Palace Hotel.

New Action of ‘Competitiveness’ Programme: ‘Development of Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs – EDIHS’, which has received a Seal of Excellence from the “Digital Europe” Programme

30 May 2023

The new Action of the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme was published: Development of a Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHS) that are funded by the "Digital Europe" Programme with a budget of €10,358,074.59, which is aimed at financing up to 50% of the EDIHS financed by the “Digital Europe” Programme, with which Greece participates in the European network, in order to cover the remaining percentage of their eligible budget from the ERDF in synergy with the “Digital Europe” Programme.

New Action of ‘Competitiveness’ Programme: “Development of Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHS) that have been awarded a Seal of Excellence by the “Digital Europe” Programme”

30 May 2023

The new Action of the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme was published: “Development of a Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHS) that have received a Seal of Excellence by the "Digital Europe" Programme” with a budget of €13,110,389.00, which aims to finance the EDIHS that have received the Seal of Excellence in the framework of the “Digital Europe” Programme, with which Greece participates in the European network, so that it is possible to finance them at a percentage of up to and 100% of their eligible budget.

Schedule of planned Calls for Proposals of the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme

12 May 2023

A new version of the file of the programming of Calls for Proposals for the ‘Competitiveness’ 2021-2027 Programme was announced.

European Year of Skills – Skills for You

8 May 2023

At 9 May 2023, Europe Day, the Representation of the European Commission in Greece in collaboration with the Office of the European Parliament is organizing an event in Athens, at the Athens Conservatory (13:00-18:00), titled "Europe Day 2023 — Celebrating the European Year of Skills" and invites you to attend! We are celebrating peace, unity and cooperation in Europe, as well as the European principles and values that bring us together in the European Union.

RegioStars 2023 Competition

26 April 2023

The competition for the 16th RegioStars awards of the European Commission for 2023 was launched. Each year, Regiostars rewards the best projects funded by the Cohesion Policy. Beneficiaries of all projects can submit their applications in the following six thematic categories, which are linked to the policy objectives of the 2021-2027 Programming Period:

1st amendment to the Call for Action “Cutting-Edge Digital Transformation of SMEs”

3 April 2023

The 1st amendment to the Call for Action ‘Cutting-edge Digital Transformation of SMEs’ of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme has been published.

1st amendment to the Call for Action ‘Advanced Digital Transformation of SMEs’

3 April 2023

The 1st amendment to the Call for Action ‘Advanced Digital Transformation of SMEs’ of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme has been published.

1st amendment of the Call for Action ‘Basic Digital Transformation of SMEs’

3 April 2023

The 1st amendment to the Call for Action ‘Basic Digital Transformation of SMEs’ of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme has been published.

FAQ on the ‘Green Transition of SMEs’ Package of Actions

29 March 2023

The FAQ files of the "Green Transition of SMEs” Package of Actions of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme have been published for the convenience of interested parties.

1st amendment to the Call for Action ‘Green Productive Investment of SMEs

22 March 2023

The 1st amendment to the Call for Action ‘Green Productive Investment of SMEs’ of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme has been published.

FAQ on the ‘Digital Transition of SMEs’ Package of Actions

21 March 2023

The FAQ files of the "Digital Transformation of SMEs” of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme have been published for the convenience of interested parties.

Solemn Declaration Templates for submission of funding applications for the “Green Transition of SMEs” Package of Actions

21 March 2023

A useful supporting tool is now available to interested parties in the context of ‘Green Transition of SMEs’ Package of Actions . In particular, the Solemn Declaration Templates for the submission of funding applications were published in an editable format Action 1 ‘Green Transformation of SMEs’ and in Action 2 ‘Green Productive Investment of SMEs’

Notice of Package of Actions ‘Green Transition of SMEs’

7 March 2023

The ‘Green Transition of SMEs’ Package of Actions was announced, with a budget of €700,000,000, which promotes investment projects aimed at the utilisation and development of modern technologies, the upgrading of products and/or services and their activities, by subsidising actions that utilise modern technologies, infrastructure, and best practices in energy upgrading and circular economy.

OPSKE User Manual Financing Application

24 February 2023

The Integrated State Aid Information System (OPSKE) of the Ministry of Development and Investments, to which financing applications of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2022’ Programme are submitted, has uploaded a User Manual which concerns all steps to be taken

Solemn Declaration Templates for submission of funding applications for the ‘Digital Transformation of SMEs’ Package of Actions

24 February 2023

Editable Solemn Declaration templates have been made available to interested parties for the ’Digital Transformation of SMEs’ Package of Actions of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme, for submission of funding applications for the Actions.

Participation of EquiFund in the Fi-compass 2023 Showcase Competition

23 February 2023

The EquiFund , the successful financial instrument of the EPAnEK (NSRF 2014-2020) for financing startups and existing businesses, is one of this year’s finalists in Showcase 2023!

Notice of Package of Actions ‘Digital Transformation of SMEs’

15 February 2023

The notice of the ‘Digital Transformation of SMEs’ Package of Actions was published, with a budget of €300,000,000, with the goal of addressing Greek enterprises’ delay in adopting and incorporating modern digital technologies in their production.

Appointment of EFEPAE as an Intermediary Body of the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme & assignment of duties to the Managing Authority of the ‘Competitiveness’ programme for the management of State Aid Actions

30 January 2023

The Ministry of Development and Investments published the decision to appoint EFEPAE - Intermediary Body of Operational Programmes for Competitiveness and Entrepreneurship, as the Intermediate Body of the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme, and to assign State Aid Action management duties to the Managing Authority of the ‘Competitiveness’ Programme.

The e-platform for enterprises interested in receiving funding from the new NSRF 2021-2027 programmes launches tomorrow

18 January 2023

The Ministry for Development and Investments announced that the new Integrated State Aid Information System (OPSKE) will be launched tomorrow, Thursday, 19 January 2023.

Pre-publication of Package of Actions ‘Digital Transformation of SMEs’

7 November 2022

The State Aid Package 'Digital Transformation of SMEs’ of the Competitiveness Programme (NSRF 2021 - 2027), with a total budget of €300,000,000, aims to address Greek enterprises’ delay in adopting and incorporating modern digital technologies in their production activity and covers SMEs’ targeted needs depending on their digital and technological maturity, and their varying investment needs, as follows:

The 1st Monitoring Committee of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme completed its work

20 October 2022

The work of the 1st Monitoring Committee of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme, in the context of the NSRF 2021-2027, was concluded in a positive atmosphere on Thursday 20/10/22 at the Titania Hotel, chaired by the Special Secretary for the Management of ERDF & TC Programmes, Mr. Giorgos Zervos, and with the participation of representatives from policy bodies and staff structures in the Programme’s intervention areas, NSRF management, coordination and certification authorities, as well as the related economic and social partners and the European Commission.

1st Meeting of the Monitoring Committee of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme

14 October 2022

The 1st Meeting of the Monitoring Committee of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme will take place on Thursday, 20 October 2022, with arrival time at 9:00, and opening time at 09:30, in the context of the new NSRF 2021-2027, at Hotel Titania (Panepistimiou 57, Athens).

‘Competitiveness 2021–2027’ Programme How it will help Greek entrepreneurship (video)

4 October 2022

The ‘Competitiveness 2021–2027’ Programme is planned as an integrated intervention of the NSRF 2021-2027 that will support productive, competitive and outward-looking sectors of the economy in their transition to a growth model driven by the Knowledge Economy.

Pre-publication of the Action ‘Research-Innovate 2021-2027’

9 September 2022

The pre-publication of the Action 'Research - Innovate 2021-2027', which aims at strengthening research and innovation and is fully aligned with the national strategy in order to make innovation the focus in a sustainable and resilient recovery from the pandemic, but also to accelerate green and digital transition and ensure technological development in Greece, was announced.

The new law for NSRF 2021-2027 was passed – Key objectives, differentiations and improvements compared to the current institutional framework

18 March 2022

The new law on the Partnerships Agreement for Regional Development (NSRF) 2021-2027 was passed on Thursday, 17 March. The law regulates issues that concern the management, control and implementation of development interventions for the 2021-2027 programming period, in accordance with the requirements of the relevant EU regulatory framework for the individual Funds.

Technical Meeting on the Financial Instruments of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme

17 March 2022

A technical hybrid workshop on the Financial Instruments of the ‘Competitiveness 2021-2027’ Programme was successfully held on 17 March 2022 at the Titania Hotel, in the context of the NSRF 2021-2027.

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