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Since 2020, the Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs” in Latvia has contributed significantly to the economy and regional development, especially in the areas of green innovation, information and communication technologies (ICT) and welfare technologies. The programme has ensured over EUR 13 million in funding, facilitating the development of new products and technologies, raising […]

The Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) Technology Business Centre’s prototyping programme PROTOTECH has enabled 30 new business ideas to be developed as of 2022. Each of these technology-intensive projects received a grant of up to EUR 15 000 to develop their idea. “In the PROTOTECH programme, research and development efforts keep pace with business ideas, […]

EHT FABRIK has completed the project to automate its production processes. The 817 thousand euro investment will create opportunities for new products and increase the company’s competitiveness. This is one of the four projects in the field of information and communication technologies (ICT) for the Norwegian Financial Mechanism’s 2014–2021 programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s” […]

On April 21, 2023, the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) as the Programme operator of the Norway Grants programme “Business Development” organized the mid-term conference “The Key to Success – Norway Grants”. The conference took place within the framework of the The Baltics’ largest deep tech industry event “Deep Tech Atelier”, where more […]

On April 21, the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) invites to “The Key to Success – Norway Grants” conference, which will take place within the largest science-intensive technology conference in the Baltics – Deep Tech Atelier. Time and place of the event: on April 21, 2023 from 11:00 to 17:00, on the Growth […]

The Norwegian Financial Mechanism Entrepreneurship Programme currently has 45 projects under implementation, focusing on the introduction of new technologies, digitisation and improving quality of life. “At a time when the economy is slowing down, it is crucial to secure additional investment and the companies that have received support from the Norwegian grant programme are continuing to […]

During the Oslo Innovation week, which took place from 26th till 29th September 2022, Latvia was represented by 10 companies, as well as representatives from the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA). The aim of the participation was to improve cooperation between Latvia and Norway, in such areas as green innovations, welfare technologies and […]

Last week, from 27th till 29th April, the donor programme partner “Innovation Norway” of the Norway Grants programme “Business development”, visited Riga, Latvia. The Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA), as the programme operator of this programme, organized Cooperation Committee meeting, at which the progress and the achieved results of the programme were discussed, […]

In the framework of the Norwegian financial mechanism’s “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s” programme, 19 projects have received support through the open call, ranging from 223 to 599 thousand euros. In the programme administered by the Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA), the companies that have received support will introduce new products in production, automate […]

31st of January was the deadline for the assessment of all submitted project applications within the small grant scheme “Development of Welfare Technologies” of the Norwegian Financial Mechanism (Norway Grants) Programme “Business Development, Innovation and Small and Medium Enterprises” administered by the Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA). As a result, nine project applications were […]

On January 25th, 2022, with the participation of the Ambassador of Norway to Latvia Kristian Ødegaard, the implementation of two projects was started in the activity of the Norwegian Financial Mechanism’s open call “Application of green industry innovation and ICT products and technologies”. The event was held in green regime. Within the framework of the […]

The opening of the new Technology Business Centre (TBC) will take place on 7 October, 2PM (GMT+3) at University of Latvia House of Science and will feature a discussion on the support necessary for businesses in the technology industry. Among the participants of the discussion there will be Viesturs Sosārs, co-creator of ‘TechHub Riga’; Kristaps […]

On 31st August, the application for the Norwegian Financial Mechanism Programme “Business Development, Innovation and Small and Medium Enterprises”, administered by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA), for the development of green innovation and ICT products was completed. A total of 36 project applications have been received, while support up to €130 thousand […]

In support of the introduction of green industry innovation and IT solutions for the production of new products, 63 enterprises submitted applications for a total grant amount of 42.6 million euros. The conditions of the open call for the Norway grants Programme “Application of green industry innovation and ICT products and technologies” stipulates that the […]

Development of new technologies in a business can ensure productivity growth and boost competitiveness in domestic and export markets. At the same time, it is a way to improve the welfare for different population groups. One of the priorities of the Norway Grants is to support the development of welfare technologies. This area covers products […]

To recall, by 30th June, it is possible to submit project applications for for the purchase of new equipment with the objective of initiating production and introduction of a new product into production within the framework of the open call “Application of green industry innovation and ICT products and technologies” for the Norwegian Financial Mechanism […]

On 7th June, the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) is announcing a call for proposals “Development of green industry innovation and ICT products” in the Norwegian Financial Mechanism’s programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s”. Through this small grant scheme, entrepreneurs have the possibility to attract co-financing of up to 130 000 euros. “One of […]

On 14th April, the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) is announcing a call for proposals “Application of green industry innovation and ICT products and technologies” in the Norway grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs”. The objective of the call is increased competitiveness for Latvian enterprises within the focus areas of green industry […]

Small and medium-sized enterprises planning to apply for the Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs” support are welcome to attend the online networking event for enhancing bilateral relations aiming to attract Norwegian project partner for project implementation. The event aims to promote cooperation between Latvian enterprise and Norwegian R&D institution as well as […]

On March 18th, the Programme Operator of Norway Grants “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s” programme approved the regulation on project evaluation for the pre-defined project “Tech Business centre”. Same day an invitation to submit a pre-defined project application has been sent to the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia. The period for submitting the project […]

On 7th January 2021, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the regulation of the “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs” Programme of the Norwegian Financial Mechanism 2014-2020. Entrepreneurs will have access to a total of EUR 14,7 million in funding for innovative business development. The Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) will be in charge of […]

Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) in cooperation with the program partner “Innovation Norway” organized an online event. The aim of the event was to enhance bilateral relation between Norway’s and Latvian institutions, as well as entrepreneurs, who are seeking for potential project partners. “International Green Industry Innovation and ICT” event was held online […]

The world calls for sustainable solutions. Economic, social, and environmental challenges also mean opportunities. Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s” (hereinafter – programme) partner “Innovation Norway” continues to promote Norway as a sustainability pioneer and pioneer in green technology. To connect sustainable solutions with companies across the world, programme’s partner “Innovation Norway” has […]

On October 15, 2020 the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) launched the long – awaited Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SME’s”. During the event, participants were introduced to the topics that cover main activities of the programme, areas to be supported, available funding and aid intensity. The programme was launched by […]

Today, on 11 August 2020, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved the regulation for the bilateral fund of the Norway grants programme “Business Development, Innovation and SMEs”. The implementation of this programme shall be ensured by the Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA). The bilateral fund aims to improve cooperation and mutual knowledge and […]

On the 14th of July, 2020 the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Latvia signed the Agreement on the implementation of the Norway Grants programme “Business Development, Innovation, Small and Medium Enterprises” in Latvia. The programme will be carried out by the Investment and Development Agency of […]