Lebanon Innovate is a national hub designed to bridge the gap between research and industry by providing a centralized platform for the country’s innovation ecosystem. Funded by the European Union, the portal offers entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators a space to discover funding, build international partnerships, and access expert technical knowledge
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: National Innovation Hub & Networking Portal
- For: Researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovation stakeholders in Lebanon and the diaspora
- Key Benefits: Access to grants, IP resources, international networking, and ecosystem mapping
- Location: Lebanon / Remote (Digital Portal)
National Innovation Hub Overview
The Lebanon Innovate Portal serves as a comprehensive resource center to fuel research, development, and innovation within Lebanon. It acts as a digital meeting point for key players to share knowledge and build partnerships that strengthen the local economy. By centralizing information on available programs—from EU-funded grants to local initiatives—the hub aims to streamline the process of moving innovative ideas from the lab to the market.
Key Benefits
- Access to Funding: Discover a consolidated list of grants, funding programs, and competitions from both international and local sources.
- Ecosystem Networking: Connect with a network of over 500 researchers and entrepreneurs across Lebanon to find potential collaborators.
- Expert Knowledge: Gain access to specialized resources regarding IP protection, technology transfer, and commercialization strategies.
- International Links: Build bridges with European networks and Lebanese diaspora professionals to access markets beyond Lebanon.
- Free Participation: The platform is completely free to join with no subscription fees.
Eligibility Criteria
- Target Groups: Open to researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovation stakeholders.
- Geographic Focus: Primarily focused on the Lebanese innovation ecosystem, including professionals based in Lebanon and the diaspora.+1
How to Apply
Registration is open and can be completed in approximately two minutes. Interested innovators should visit the official portal to create a free account and begin exploring available opportunities.
- Direct Link: lebanoninnovate.com
About Berytech
Berytech is an organization dedicated to shaping economies in the MENA region by supporting innovative companies as they start, grow, and scale. Founded in 2001, it provides capacity building, networking, and acceleration services across sectors such as agri-food, clean technology, and social entrepreneurship. Berytech leads the Lebanon Innovate program in collaboration with an international consortium including the ANIMA Investment Network and the European Business & Innovation Centre Network.
Learn More: Lebanon Innovate
