Invest in Ghent

👀 Are you ready to catch a glimpse of our #biotech landscape? Ready, set, go! ⚖️ With world-class research institutions, top-notch academics and state-of-the-art facilities at local incubators and accelerators, it’s no wonder several prominent biotech companies have chosen Europe’s #TechCapital as their base. Do you want to be part of our community of #GhentTechies? Check out https://lnkd.in/dqNiTw6M or contact us via [email protected]. #students #TechCapital #pioneers #protein #microbes #tiplasmid Bio Base Europe Pilot Plant Food Pilot Ghent University VIB biotope by VIB The ProteInn Club ILVO (Instituut voor Landbouw, Visserij- en Voedingsonderzoek)

🌱 Explore Ghent’s bustling #biotech scene – where innovation meets precision! Since the seventies, we’ve stood out as a beacon of technological advancement in biotechnology. 🔬 From pioneering precision fermentation techniques to bioengineering marvels, Ghent's tech ecosystem is the launchpad for transformative discoveries that resonate globally. 🧪From lab to market, here is where biotech dreams come true. Ready to witness a glimpse of our #TechCapital? Contact [email protected] to find out how we can boost your #biotech. #GhentTechies #futurefrontiers #pioneers #protein #techrevolution

📣Calling all #biotech entrepreneurs! The 5th edition of Pitch Perfect and Boost the European Bioeconomy is looking for pitchers, exhibitors and attendees. Last year's event was a smashing success with: ✅330 participants ✅ 96 top-notch pitches ✅ 500 B2B meetings Ready to be part of the next edition? The 'Call for Pitch Abstracts' and 'Online Registration' are now open 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehpQkEcH Are you a (or soon to be) #startup, #scaleup, #SME, or technology owner? They are looking for 99 innovative and inspiring technology pitches! 👉 Submit your pitch abstract by October 15th, 2024 👉 Network with 40 investors 👉 Explore topics like #microbialprotein transition players, #AI in industrial biotechnology, or #microbes and gaseous #feedstocks 🔍Not interested in pitching? Just join for two days of intense cross-border networking and innovation scouting. Now, which one of you #GhentTechies will take up the gauntlet? #TechCapital #bioeconomy #invest #funding #startuplife

🚀 What a fantastic boost for tech innovation in Europe! 🇪🇺🔝 Congratulations to team.blue for welcoming CPP Investments | Investissements RPC on board as a new investor! This partnership marks a significant leap forward in online tools and AI-led innovation. It all started with the launch of Combell, in Europe's #TechCapital Ghent. The group is now assigned an enterprise value of €4.8 billion euros. team.blue is now one of the largest European digital solution providers; a source of pride for the entire tech community. Just a month ago, team.blue announced the acquisition of the Swedish hosting company Loopia, one of its largest takeovers ever. And now this... Keep the good news coming, #GhentTechie Jonas Dhaenens! What a great trajectory! #digitaltech

The #healthtech ecosystem in Ghent is bubbling like a well-shaken Erlenmeyer flask! Last week, anacura, our homegrown analytical powerhouse, added OHMX.bio, a specialist in advanced omics technologies, to its services. As a spin-off from Ghent University, OHMX.bio leverages technologies such as next-generation sequencing and advanced bioinformatics to speed up the discovery process and quality control of biologics and advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs) such as mRNA vaccines and CAR-T cells. Before you know it, this strong team will be unlocking the secrets of diseases at hyperspeed! This news isn't just great for our city - a European #TechCapital - this double helix will revolutionise how we approach #health and #medicine. So, join us in congratulating anacura and OHMX.bio and drop a  🧪in the comments if you want to learn more about our humming #healthtech scene. Read the press release here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eTQYYD5X #GhentTechies #drugdiscovery #diagnostics #proudlyghent #cartcells

📈The latest data from Agoria reveals a promising trend for Belgian tech investments in the first half of 2024! Looks like our tech scene is heating up, paving the way for exciting opportunities and growth. Check out this article in Trends Kanaal Z 👉 https://lnkd.in/eikESgn8 "Most of the activity is currently happening in Ghent. This is due, among other things, to the pioneering role of Netlog, the presence of key players such as Showpadn In The Pocket, the accelerator imec.istart, Wintercircus Ghent opening in September, and many others. There's a very positive buzz around Ghent, from which the entire Belgian ecosystem benefits." Thanks for the kind words, Frederik Tibau! 🌟 Moreover, according to La Libre, Ghent is not just shining; it's sparkling with vibrant hues in tech fundraisings, solidifying its position as the most mature tech ecosystem in the country! Check out the article here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYeDRRtv 🌍Come and embrace the tech revolution with us in the heart of Europe! #GhentTechies #TechCapital #biotech #healthtech #cleantech #digitaltech

🍽️💡We've just launched our lineup of Business Bites for the rest of this year, and they're juicier than ever! Here's what's on the menu: 🏃♀️ September: Active employees: how to stay one step ahead - with practical examples from In The Pocket and Volvo Cars 🤝 October: Disease prevention and reintegration: how to approach it positively - organised by Werkschakelpunt Gent, featuring Lode Godderis 📈 November: Business Bites XL networking session to spur your growth - in collaboration with Voka Oost-Vlaanderen, with speakers Jorn Vanysacker, Gilles Mattelin or Wouter Van Respaille from Henchman and Victor Mortreu from Just Russel 🦈 December: Tame the Shark Tank: practical tips to convince investors - with Matthias Geeroms from Lighthouse and more speakers to be announced soon 🦈 We think our #ghenttechies will definitely enjoy this last session, featuring different perspectives from entrepreneurs, investors, and coaches. Entrepreneurs will share their successes and failures, investors will provide insights into their decision-making process, and coaches will give you tips to perfect your #pitch. This is your chance to use these bite-sized nuggets of wisdom to transform your business. Register via 👉 https://lnkd.in/evZhQnZs #TechCapital #biotech #healthtech #digitaltech #cleantech

BREAKING NEWS! The new report 'The State of Ghent's Startup Ecosystem 2024' is out, and it's packed with stats that confirm our city's stellar position in the European tech scene. Let's dive into the numbers that are making waves: 1️⃣ Ghent's growth rate is a whopping 2.9x faster in the last 5 years 📈 2️⃣ We're not just attracting #startups, but big corporates and savvy #investors as well 💼 3️⃣ Early-stage and break-out investments? Rock-solid and steady in the last years! 💪 4️⃣ Ghent clinched the 10th spot in Europe for #healthtech investment in 2023 🏥 5️⃣ Health, Enterprise Software, and Foodtech are leading the charge in VC investments 📊 From #biotech and #healthtech breakthroughs to #digitaltech innovations, Ghent is proving itself as a hub where ideas flourish and businesses thrive. And with #cleantech emerging as our newest powerhouse, the future looks greener and brighter than ever!   Proud of our #GhentTechies! Three woofs to all of you! Read the entire report using the link below. Dealroom.co #TechCapital

📣 Do you want to join the Belgian Economic Mission to Brazil, São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, from November 24th to 29th, 2024, led by HRH Princess Astrid? 👑 Why should you join? 🤝 Network with top Brazilian business leaders and potential partners. ☕ Tailored B2B meetings to match your business needs. 🔍 Exclusive events and receptions to showcase Belgian expertise. ✍ High-level introductions and opportunities to sign MoUs in the presence of Princess Astrid. For whom? In addition to several events for the entire delegation, there are also thematic activities planned for the following themes: 🌱 #bioeconomy ⚛️ #hydrogen 😋 #agrofood ⛓ #sustainable value chain management ... and many more 📅 Deadline to register for a customised program: July 5th, 2024. So why wait? Secure your spot now! This mission is your gateway to the vibrant Brazilian market. Let's expand your business! Organised by Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT) 📸 with a bit of help from Copilot #TechCapital #GhentTechies #biotech #healthtech #cleantech #digitaltech

📣 Why listen to a podcast when you could be basking in the sun, enjoying an ice cream? Who cares if it's 10 AM? Because you can do both! The second episode of the biotope by VIB podcast is live! Dive into the world of mentorship with host Anne Helfer and special guests Aurelie Nowack (V-Bio Ventures) and Giacomo Bastianelli (Rainbow Crops). 🌊These two dive into their personal experiences and insights on how mentorship has shaped their careers. Where can you find the right mentor? And what can you get out of this professional relationship? Tune in to the full experience and get inspired! 👇 🎧 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dP-eNHfq 🎬 Youtube: https://lnkd.in/db8rQ4qX #GhentTechies #TechCapital #biotech #payitforward #mentorship