The Enterprise Europe Network was established by the Directorate-General for Enterprise and Industry in 2008 as part of the Competitiveness and Innovation Framework Program 2007-2013 – CIP.
The network combines the achievements and advantages of two networks previously operating for the SME sector – Euro Info Centers and Innovation Relay Centers. The network offers small and medium-sized enterprises comprehensive services that help them fully develop their potential and innovative abilities. Moreover, the Enterprise Europe Network is an intermediary enabling the European Union institutions to better understand the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises.
By combining the scope of activities of both networks, the main objectives of the Enterprise Europe Network were determined:
- increasing the competitiveness of enterprises;
- technology transfer;
- developing innovation in entrepreneurship;
- conquering new world markets.
