TROPHY Partner Meeting: Bilbao

πŸ“… 5 - 6 May 2026 πŸ“ Bilbao, Spain πŸš€ Phase 2 Preparation

Strategic Alignment in Bilbao

Last week, TROPHY partners gathered in Bilbao, Spain, for a crucial alignment meeting hosted by Politeknika Txorierri. The focus of this gathering was to review the significant progress made during Phase 1 and to solidify the strategic foundation for an impactful second phase of the project.

Strategic Focus Points

01
Academia & Industry Collaboration
02
Innovation & Talent Development
03
Ecosystem Engagement & Visibility

Project Objectives & KPIs

The consortium engaged in deep-dive sessions to ensure all actions are perfectly aligned with the project's core KPIs. Key discussions included:

  • Strengthening the bridge between academic research and industrial application.
  • Expanding access to innovation resources and professional entrepreneurial support.
  • Planning the next stage of platform development and community building.
  • Enhancing dissemination strategies to increase regional and international visibility.
  • Improving structures for practical innovation and regional startup support.

Local Ecosystem & Workshops

Politeknika Txorierri
A special thank you to our hosts for organizing insightful exchanges with local ecosystem actors.
Practical Innovation
Workshops focused on real-world applications of deep tech within regional startup structures.
Phase 2 Roadmap
The meeting concluded with a clear and ambitious roadmap for the upcoming period of the TROPHY project.

Looking Ahead

The productive energy in Bilbao has reinforced our shared commitment to building the next generation of deep tech leaders. We are excited to transition into the next phase, carrying forward the ideas and collaboration strengthened during this meeting. On to the next chapter! πŸš€