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The news is selected for you by the Enterprise Europe Network Czechia team. We are part of the world’s largest network supporting small and medium-sized companies. We help entrepreneurs, innovators and researchers in the Czech Republic find foreign partners, develop innovations and open doors to new markets. See where we can support you.
PPWR, EPR, Ecodesign, and other European regulations impose new obligations on companies in the areas of packaging, waste, and sustainability. These changes can affect companies throughout the supply chain. What do companies need to address right now, what changes are coming later, and which deadlines should they keep an eye on? Here’s an overview of the most important developments and their practical implications for business.
EU SCALE is a standardized convertible loan agreement designed to function across the various legal, accounting, and tax regimes of EU member states and Ukraine. It represents the European response to the U.S. SAFE and is being developed as part of the DeepSAFE project, funded by the European Commission. We are currently gathering feedback from investors, which will be incorporated into the final version of the document. The document aims to become the standard for early-stage investments in Europe. Please review the template and fill out a short questionnaire.
The European Commission is drafting the Chips Act 2.0, which aims to strengthen the competitiveness and resilience of the European semiconductor industry and reduce dependence on suppliers from countries outside the EU. The proposal aims to support innovation, investment, strategic projects, and the entire value chain—from raw materials to chip manufacturing and packaging. What opportunities might this initiative bring to Czech companies?
Are you planning to invest in energy efficiency, new technologies, or research and development? Take a look at this overview of current grant and financing opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses. These include interest-free financing for energy-saving investments, support for digitization and automation, as well as calls for proposals for international research projects and innovative technologies.
Does your company have an innovative idea, but lack the technical expertise, technology, or capacity to implement it? The Pilsen Business Vouchers 2026 support collaboration between companies and research organizations in the development and innovation of products, services, or processes. The program is intended for companies with headquarters or a place of business in the Pilsen metropolitan area; however, they may choose a research partner from anywhere in the Czech Republic. Applications may be submitted from September 1 through September 30, 2026, and you can consult with BIC Plzeň regarding your project.
The Czech company Logmanager, which develops a log management and analysis tool, has been acquired by the Danish company Guardsix. Among other things, the goal of the merger is to offer European companies a cybersecurity solution that is affordable, simple, supported by local experts, and does not store data outside of Europe. What does the startup’s founder, Jiří Tobola, have to say about his fifth successful exit? And what role did the JIC in Brno play in the entire process?
Take advantage of Your Europe Advice (YEA)—a free EU advisory service that helps businesses navigate specific situations related to doing business or living in another EU country. It provides advice on topics such as taxes, trade, posting employees, and social security. You can also use this service when preparing to expand abroad. You can submit a question via a simple online form and will typically receive a response within 72 hours—in Czech, no less.
Did you know that incorrectly determining or documenting the origin of goods can have significant financial and legal consequences? Moreover, an error doesn’t necessarily occur only at the time of export—the problem can begin with a supplier within the EU and not become apparent until the goods are imported into a third country. How can you correctly determine and document the origin of goods, and what should you watch out for?
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| 11. 9. 2026 | Brno | Sharing Experiences for Founders – Agentic, Dev II |
| 15. 9. 2026 | Hradec Kralove | The Future of Business in Light of Climate Change |
| 17. 9. 2026 | Online | EXPO Belgrade 2027: Make Your Presence Known at the National Pavilion |
| 22. 9. 2026 | Brno | Sharing Insights for CFOs: AI in Day-to-Day Financial Management |
| 23. 9. 2026 | Brno | Seminar: How to Build a More Valuable B2B Company in the Age of AI |
| 24. 9. 2026 | Online | Succeeding in the Netherlands: Strategic Marketing and Business Culture |
| 25. 9. 2026 | Online / Vilnius | Baltic Photonics B2B Matchmaking – Vilnius, Lithuania |
| 29. 9. 2026 | Online | ICTürkiye2026 International Brokerage Event |
| 30. 9. 2026 | Jihlava | Digitalization Roadshow: Robotics in Practice – from industrial robots to humanoids |
| 1–2. 10. 2026 | Besançon | Micro & Nano Event 2026 – Besançon, France |
| 8. 10. 2026 | Pilsen | Seminar: Origin of Goods and Its Importance in International Trade |
More tips for domestic and international events, workshops and conferences can be found on our website.
The European Commission regularly opens public consultations and questionnaires to better understand what businesses need in practice. Your feedback counts and helps to adapt or simplify the rules that shape business in the EU.
| Protecting the EU’s Data Sovereignty | through September 8, 2026 |
| Packaging and Packaging Waste – Rules Regarding National Registers | through September 10, 2026 |
| Excessive implementation of European legislation (“gold-plating”) | by September 15, 2026 |
| Geographical Restrictions on Supplies in the EU Single Market | through September 29, 2026 |
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