Photograph. Valencian generalitat.
Technological Internationalization
Ivace+i Internacional led a business mission with 11 technology companies and startups from the Valencian Community to VivaTech, France's leading innovation fair. The goal was to accelerate their internationalization and connect them with the European innovation ecosystem.
Valencian mission at VivaTech to accelerate European expansion
Ivace+i Internacional has coordinated the participation of 11 technology companies from the Comunitat Valenciana en VivaTech, the leading innovation event in FranciaThe initiative, framed within the Spanish Pavilion by ICEX España Exportación e Inversiones, seeks to position the Valencian innovation ecosystem and accelerate its expansion in Europa.
The delegation has had the direct institutional support of Mónica Payá, Director General of Entrepreneurship and Internationalization, who traveled to París to support businesses. Payá emphasized that "this action is part of the initiatives organized for technology companies and the innovative ecosystem of the Comunitat Valenciana with the aim of boosting its presence in international markets."
Strategic agenda at the heart of the French ecosystem
During the mission, the Valencian delegation carried out an intense work agenda organized by ICEX and the Economic and Commercial Office of España en FranciaThe program connected Spanish startups with French corporations, universities, research centers, and investors to explore opportunities for collaboration and business development.
The sessions began in Station F, one of the world's largest startup campuses, with sessions on the French public innovation ecosystem and open innovation models. Later, in Paris Innovation BoucicautKey topics such as technology transfer and collaboration with R&D centers were addressed, facilitating direct meetings with innovation leaders in strategic sectors such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, clean energy, agri-food and biotechnology.
VivaTech as a positioning and investment platform
Considered the largest technology competition in Europa, VivaTech It brings together the main global players in the sector. Mónica PayáParticipation in this event is crucial, as it "acts as a platform for business acceleration and international positioning, especially relevant for innovative companies and entities seeking to scale in Europa and connect with the main global innovation hubs."
According to the CEO, group participation allows Valencian companies to project a solid and cohesive image, strengthening the regional ecosystem's brand among international stakeholders. Furthermore, the fair facilitates access to meetings with international investors, accelerates the process of securing funding, and allows companies to compare the value of Valencian technological offerings with global market demand.
| Concept | Detail |
|---|---|
| Business Delegation | 11 technology companies and startups |
| Region of Origin | Valencian Community, Spain |
| Event | Viva Tech 2026 |
| Location | Paris France |
| Main Organizer | Ivace+i Internacional |
| Institutional Collaborator | ICEX España Exportación e Inversiones |
Key points and frequently asked questions about participating in international technology fairs
What specific benefits does a Spanish startup gain from participating in trade fairs like VivaTech?
A startup gains direct access to a high-level network, including international investors, large corporations seeking innovation, and strategic partners. Furthermore, it allows the startup to validate its value proposition in a competitive global environment, increase brand visibility, and accelerate its fundraising processes, which would otherwise be slower and more complex from its home market.
Why is collaboration between Ivace+ie ICEX strategic in this type of mission?
Institutional collaboration between a regional body such as Ivace+i and a national one like ICEX It is fundamental to maximizing impact. It projects a cohesive and strong image of the country and region, opens doors to high-level meetings thanks to the network of trade offices abroad, and optimizes resources, offering companies an umbrella of logistical and strategic support that would be difficult to obtain individually.
Which Valencian technology sectors have the greatest potential in the French market?
According to the meetings held during the mission, the sectors with the greatest interest and opportunity in the French innovation ecosystem are those related to the artificial intelligence, data analytics, cybersecurity, clean energy technologies (cleantech), agri-food innovation (agrotech), and health and biotechnologyThese areas are strategic for both Comunitat Valenciana as if to Francia.
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