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Everything is within reach
Located in the centre of Europe, our excellent geographical position makes it easy to maintain relationships with other tech hubs and centres of global business and science: you can find 4...
We are open to your ideas
We have a thriving innovation ecosystem, modern public administration and massive R&D support. #brnoregion is home to JIC, the biggest innovation agency in the country, supporting innovators in...
Great pool of educated talent
Brno is the world's fourth most popular student town; undergraduates make up one-fifth of the population. Over half of the students in #brnoregion have chosen to study technology, natural...
Global players are already here
International giants like Honeywell, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Red Hat, Siemens, NetSuite, FNZ, SAP, Konica Minolta, and ABB call #brnoregion home. They often work closely with local startups and...
We trust each other
20 + years of development of Regional Innovation Strategy, a plan for innovation development, have resulted in a close-knit network of partners with high levels of trust. We have invested millions...
Industrial heritage
In the 19th century, Brno’s textile industry skyrocketed, and the steady flow of money transformed Brno into a modern regional capital, laying a base for what we can see today. The traces are...
Safety and stability
The Czech Republic is consistently among the top 15 safest countries worldwide and offers political, social, and economic stability. We belong to the European Union, the Schengen Area, and NATO. We...
Everything is within reach
Located in the centre of Europe, our excellent geographical position makes it easy to maintain relationships with other tech hubs and centres of global business and science: you can find 4 international airports within just three hours of Brno. We enjoy a unique comfort: #brnoregion is huge in opportunities and tiny in distances.
We are open to your ideas
We have a thriving innovation ecosystem, modern public administration and massive R&D support. #brnoregion is home to JIC, the biggest innovation agency in the country, supporting innovators in making their dreams a reality. We love and cherish creative individuals, as evidenced by our successful building of the Velvet Innovation community.
Great pool of educated talent
Brno is the world's fourth most popular student town; undergraduates make up one-fifth of the population. Over half of the students in #brnoregion have chosen to study technology, natural sciences, or the medical field, and the share of IT students is way above the European average.
Global players are already here
International giants like Honeywell, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Red Hat, Siemens, NetSuite, FNZ, SAP, Konica Minolta, and ABB call #brnoregion home. They often work closely with local startups and research teams and build their critical R&D infrastructure here.
We trust each other
20 + years of development of Regional Innovation Strategy, a plan for innovation development, have resulted in a close-knit network of partners with high levels of trust. We have invested millions into successful innovation policy, and now we reap the benefits: local businesses change the world and give back to the region, supporting startups, STEM education and building community.
Industrial heritage
In the 19th century, Brno’s textile industry skyrocketed, and the steady flow of money transformed Brno into a modern regional capital, laying a base for what we can see today. The traces are still visible in architecture, gastronomy, and the city’s layout. Moreover, the entrepreneurship spirit has awakened in Brno, leading to a new era of research and discoveries.
Safety and stability
The Czech Republic is consistently among the top 15 safest countries worldwide and offers political, social, and economic stability. We belong to the European Union, the Schengen Area, and NATO. We support everyone with the talent and ambition to change the world for the better non-violently, gradually, meaningfully, and most importantly, without casualties.
Latest news
18. November 2024
At CEITEC BUT, Implantable Devices Powered by Mobile Phones are Being Developed
Under the OPTEL-MED project, scientists led by Eric Glowacki are working on developing a small implantable device that could improve the quality of life for patients with Crohn’s disease, depression, or chronic pain. Remarkably, the device can even be powered by the light from a mobile phone. What excites Eric Glowacki about his work, and why does he enjoy living in Brno?
1. November 2024
[150sec] What’s cooking in Brno, Czechia’s tech scene: 15 innovators to watch
As Czechia (The Czech Republic) continues to establish itself as a leading player in Central and Eastern Europe’s tech ecosystem, its cities are becoming hotbeds for innovation. While Prague often takes center stage as a tech hub in Czechia, Brno, the second-largest city in the country, is emerging as a dynamic and innovative city in its own right, with a growing reputation across various sectors.
31. October 2024
Velvet Innovation: Ambition as the Engine of Business and Innovation. The International Conference in Brno Unveils Its Program
The international Velvet Innovation conference, set to take place on November 14 at the Passage Hotel in Brno, has revealed a detailed program centered around the theme "Ambition (Un)locked." Attendees can look forward to a series of inspiring lectures, panel discussions, and conversations with leading experts in innovation and sustainable business.