We connect Europe and cities With Eurocities, it’s all in our name: we connect Europe and cities. We are convinced that this connection leads to a better life for all. Founded in 1986, our network brings together the local governments of more than 200 cities in 38 European countries, representing 130 million people. Eurocities provides a platform to share knowledge and ideas, to exchange experiences, to analyse common problems and develop innovative solutions, through a wide range of forums, working groups, projects, activities and events. Eurocities gives cities a voice in Europe, by engaging in dialogue with the European institutions …

[Automatic translation follows] The Agency for Ecological Transition! ADEME in brief The Agency for Ecological Transition participates in the implementation of public policies in the areas of the environment, energy and sustainable development. It provides its expertise and consulting capabilities to businesses, local authorities, public authorities and the general public, in order to enable them to progress in their environmental approach. The Agency also helps to finance projects, from research to implementation, in the following areas: waste management, soil preservation, energy efficiency and renewable energies, savings on raw materials, air quality, noise control, the transition to the circular economy and …

Sectors: National and local authorities

[Automatic translation follows] Ministry of Ecological Transition and Territorial Cohesion. The Minister of State, Minister of Ecological and Inclusive Transition, prepares and implements the Government's policy in the areas of sustainable development, the environment, in particular the protection and enhancement of nature and biodiversity, green technologies, the energy transition and energy, in particular in terms of pricing, the climate, the prevention of natural and technological risks, industrial safety, transport and its infrastructure, equipment and the sea. He develops and implements the policy to combat global warming and air pollution. He promotes sustainable management of scarce resources. He is responsible for …

[Automatic translation follows] Cerema, Climate & Territories of tomorrow: development, mobility, infrastructure, risks, environment, sea, coastline Cerema provides expertise, research and innovation to the State and local authorities, as well as economic players: > Expertise and territorial engineering > Mobility > Buildings > Transport infrastructure > Environment and natural risks > Sea and coastline A public administrative institution (EPA), under the supervision of the Ministry of Ecological Transition, Cerema develops close relationships with local authorities that are present in its governance bodies. It promotes innovation in the territories, and develops partnerships with local authorities and businesses. This is the purpose …

Sectors: National and local authorities

[Automatic translation follows] Public institution of the State, financier of projects to preserve the #quality of #water in the #Seine basin. The Seine-Normandy Water Agency implements the basin's water policy by financing the projects of local stakeholders: local authorities, industrialists, craftsmen, farmers or associations, thanks to fees collected from all users. These projects contribute to improving the quality of water resources, rivers and aquatic environments. They preserve and promote the life cycles of a wide variety of species and therefore biodiversity. Adaptation to climate change is the common thread of the "Water and Climate" 2019-2024 program, developed and adopted by …

Sectors: Environment

[Automatic translation follows] The AMF works alongside mayors and presidents of intercommunalities to respect local freedoms. A force for proposals and representation Created in 1907, recognized as being of public utility since 1933, the AMF works alongside mayors and presidents of intercommunalities, in compliance with the values ​​and principles that have prevailed since its creation: defense of local freedoms, concrete and permanent support for elected officials in day-to-day management, loyal but demanding partnership with the State to always better preserve the interests of communities and their groups. Nearly 35,000 mayors and presidents of EPCI are now members. Strong legitimacy The …

Sectors: NGO, Think Tank

[Automatic translation follows] Together, let's make France grow! The Caisse des dépôts et consignations is a long-term investor and contributes, while respecting its patrimonial interests, to the development of companies. Article L. 518-2 of the Monetary and Financial Code (amended by the 2008 law on the modernization of the economy) Support for public policies, Investment, Pensions and Savings Funds, and Territorial Development

Sectors: Finance

Construisons dans un monde qui bouge. CIC is the fourth largest banking group in France, consisting of seven regional banks which operate across France through a network of 1,844 branches employing 24,000 staff. CIC's customer base includes 2.7 million retail clients. One in eleven self-employed professionals is a CIC group client and nearly one in three companies banks with CIC Group. Banque de détail, Banque de financement, Activités de marchés, Banque privée, Capital-développement, Crédit, Assurance, Mobile, Automobile, and Télésurveillance

Sectors: Bank

[Automatic translation follows] The City and the Eurometropolis of Strasbourg are two separate institutions. However, since 1972, they have had the particularity of having a single administration and a common headquarters at their service. The second largest employer in Bas-Rhin (6,800 permanent employees), the City and Eurometropolis of Strasbourg have many areas of expertise: The City of Strasbourg is involved in the following areas: - culture, - schools, - social action, - youth, - sport, - green spaces and forests, - public lighting, - civil status and district town halls, - tourism, etc. The Eurometropolis of Strasbourg is involved in …

Sectors: French metropolis National and local authorities

[Automatic translation follows] Official account of the #GrandParis Metropolis. The Greater Paris Metropolis is a dense and urban inter-municipal authority, which includes 12 territories and 131 municipalities. Created by the law of January 27, 2014 on the modernization of territorial public action and the affirmation of metropolises, and reinforced by the law of August 7, 2015 on the new territorial organization of the Republic, it was created on January 1, 2016. The Greater Paris Metropolis exercises the following powers: - Economic, social and cultural development and planning - Protection and enhancement of the environment and living environment policy - Metropolitan …

Sectors: French metropolis

[Automatic translation follows] Welcome to the official LinkedIn page of the Toulouse City Hall and Toulouse Métropole. Welcome to the Linked In page of the city of Toulouse, 4th largest city in France. Page hosted by the Toulouse City Hall Jobs, internships, apprenticeships, find our offers and all the information to apply to the Toulouse City Hall, on Toulouse.fr: http://www.toulouse.fr/web/la-mairie/recrutement

Sectors: French metropolis

[Automatic translation follows] Dynamic, competitive and innovative, the Grand Est Region is at your side and at your service. Priorities → #Employment #Digital #Youth #Territories #Mobility #Europe Find us on https://www.grandest.fr/ Also follow the news on our social networks: - Twitter: @regiongrandest - Facebook: @regiongrandest - Instagram: @laregiongrandest local authority

Sectors: National and local authorities

[Automatic translation follows] "For a sustainable and decarbonized economy with #rev3" Welcome to the official page of the Hauts-de-France Region. Our community is responsible for various missions serving its six million inhabitants: * Employment and economic development * High schools, higher education and research * Transport * Sustainable development and planning of the territory, * Management of European funds * Sports, youth, culture, health, etc. Hauts-de-France is a plural region. #Leader in the #automobile industry, the railway industry, as in agriculture, our region is also the one that attracts the most foreign investors. The youngest region in France, Hauts-de-France continues …

Sectors: National and local authorities

The Paris Region is a major business and techno hub in Europe. Standing at the crossroads of European and worldwide trade, the Paris Region is France's leading economic region. It represents 31% of French GDP. Consisting of 8 départements and 1,280 municipalities, the Paris Region hosts the largest population of french Regions : 12.5 million inhabitants, that is younger than the national average. As Europe’s leading employment area, it boasts a highly qualified workforce : 33% of French executives. The Paris Region hosts 22% of France’s universities, 25% of its engineering schooland 20% of its business schools. Invest in Paris …

Sectors: National and local authorities

[Automatic translation follows] The leading local commercial network in France, the La Poste group is organized into 4 business lines: Services-Mail-Parcels, Banking and Insurance, Physical and Digital Distributor, GeoPost/DPDGroup for international. Present in more than 63 countries, on 5 continents, it achieved a turnover of €34.1 billion in 2023. In 2021, the La Poste group became the first public company to adopt the status of mission-driven company. 4 societal commitments are now included in its statutes: • Contribute to the development and cohesion of territories • Promote social inclusion • Promote ethical, inclusive and frugal digital technology • Work to …

Sectors: Postal services

[Automatic translation follows] Solutions for vehicles & mobility of the future A benchmark competitiveness cluster for vehicles, mobility solutions and associated services, the Vehicle of the Future Cluster brings together and manages an ecosystem of 500 members in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté and Grand Est regions. As the regional representative of the PFA Filière Automobile & Mobilités, the Cluster is associated with the Strategic Contract of the automotive sector and responds to the major challenges of the evolution of mobility and the industry of the future. It brings together companies, public research structures, training organizations and territories around collaborative innovation projects, industrial …

Sectors: French Cluster Public business cluster

We advance businesses and lives by shaping the way our world connects. At DB Schenker, we're not just about logistics; we're about understanding what truly matters to you. As a global leader in transportation and logistics, we're dedicated to supporting industries and businesses worldwide in the seamless exchange of goods. Our integrated approach ensures that every step of the supply chain is optimized for success, from land transport to air and ocean freight, contract logistics, and supply chain management. We operate at the heart of crucial intersections, where the flow of goods meets the demands of industry. Our top positions …

Sectors: Transport

Pôle européen de la transition numérique & écologique 💡🚀🌳 Established as a non-profit organization, Cap Digital is the French business cluster for digital transformation. We are trusted by over 800 valued members: 670 innovative SMEs, 50 major corporations, 70 institutions of higher education and 10 capital investors. Cap Digital aims at promoting the Paris Region as one of the world leaders in digital contents, creative industries and services, from an industrial as well as a strategic point of view. Fostering R&D, helping companies to expand, networking our members and showcasing them throughout the world, are some of the activities we …

Sectors: French Cluster Public business cluster

[Automatic translation follows] European Cluster for Mobility Solutions CARA Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, brings together 420 members: manufacturers, transport operators, research centers and training centers. CARA is labeled Cluster of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region and Competitiveness Cluster and represents the PFA Automotive and Mobility Sector. A reference in Europe, CARA supports the changes in passenger and goods transport systems and supports 6 sectors: industrial vehicle, automobile, guided air transport, river transport, active and sustainable mobility, rail. From the idea to the market, CARA implements collective actions: research and innovation projects, demonstrators in real situations, actions for the economic and industrial development of its members. …

Sectors: French Cluster Public business cluster

[Automatic translation follows] Incubator labeled excellence ✨ The HQ for supporting innovative projects in #Reims 💡 Quest for Change member 🚀 Created as an association, Innovact is the Reims start-up incubator financed by the Grand Reims with the support of public and private member actors including the CCI de la Marne, founding member with the Caisse d'Epargne Lorraine Champagne-Ardenne, Leclerc Reims, Groupe Frey, Financière immobilière de Champagne, as well as active members (KPMG Reims, CGC firm and Reims Habitat). Many start-ups are also already members. Subject to membership conditions (€100/start-up/calendar year), the Reims incubator offers free support that places the …

Strategy Consulting & Startup Accelerator IMPULSE PARTNERS is a strategy consulting firm that works with senior executives on strategy, innovation and performance. We help our clients tackle growth challenges, identify opportunities, rethink business models and revisit innovation strategy. IMPULSE PARTNERS also develops startup accelerators in close connection with industry decision makers, local government and specialist investors. Our teams detect the most innovative, promising start-ups and connects them to industry leaders in order to speed up their development. DETECT We identify key innovation needs & ideas in a rapidly changing market. We detect & advise the innovators. CONNECT We connect corporate …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

[Automatic translation follows] The Grand Est innovation and international prospecting agency serving businesses and regions. Grand E-Nov+ is the Grand Est Innovation and International Prospecting Agency. The Grand E-Nov+ team supports businesses in developing and financing their innovation projects and facilitates their access to public markets. It also attracts investment projects of foreign origin. Co-founded in January 2018 by the Grand Est Region and the Grand Est CCI, the agency is deployed as close as possible to businesses in Nancy - Metz - Mulhouse - Colmar - Strasbourg - Troyes - Reims/Bezannes.

Sectors: Consulting

[Automatic translation follows] Since 2010 our association has contributed to the environmental transition through the development of clean technologies Founded by ECOSYS Group, Cleantech Open France animates the French and European cleantech ecosystem to accelerate the marketing and industrialization of solutions contributing to climate change mitigation. More than 160 startups apply each year to the Cleantech Open France program to benefit from a globally recognized label, access a tailor-made support program to accelerate their growth and participate in the international competition in Silicon Valley. The program is supported and financed by leading public and private institutional partners: Bpifrance, Ademe, Climate-KIC, …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

[Automatic translation follows] The French sector of SMEs and ETIs in the environment and energy For over 20 years, the PEXE association and its members (professional federations, competitiveness clusters, clusters) have been working to structure and develop the eco-enterprise sector in France. The PEXE association aims to develop employment in eco-activities by using three levers: 1 - Promoting the sector 2 - Structuring into networks 3 - Developing eco-enterprises The PEXE implements actions with concrete results, facilitates exchanges between members and public stakeholders, and thus acts as a real transmission belt in favor of eco-SMEs, their development and their territorial …

[Automatic translation follows] A nature project for each territory! The Return of the Living Assistant Project Management, Environment, Green Heritage, Landscape, Sustainable Management, and Subsidy Files

Sectors: National and local authorities

[Automatic translation follows] The Communauté d'Agglomération de Béthune-Bruay, Artois Lys Romane is a public inter-municipal cooperation establishment. This structure was formed on 1 January 2017 following the merger between Artois Lys, Artois Flandre and Artois Comm.. It brings together 100 municipalities with nearly 281,860 inhabitants in a territory of 647.2 km2, both rural and urban, made up of large cities and villages. Thanks to inter-municipality, municipalities pool their resources to improve the daily lives of citizens, by providing them with services that they could not have obtained alone. It exercises major skills: In terms of territorial development: economic development, environmental …

La French Tech Est: the collective of entrepreneurs, startups, and tech actors in the Grand Est region. La French Tech Est one of the 17 @LaFrenchTech 🐓🇫🇷 Capitals. A collective of entrepreneurs and stakeholders for entrepreneurs. Initially recognized as a French Tech Metropolis in 2015 and later designated as a French Tech Capital in 2019, the La French Tech Est association is chaired by entrepreneurs who build actions, operations, and events for entrepreneurs and project leaders in the region. Our goal is to implement the necessary measures and programs to make startups in the region high-potential growth companies, creating employment …

Sectors: French Tech Startup accelerator & VC

La French Tech désigne tous les acteurs de l’écosystème de start-up françaises, soutenu par la Mission French Tech. 🇫🇷 La French Tech est la marque déployée par l’Etat français qui représente l’écosystème de 25 000 start-up français et de tous les acteurs qui gravitent autour (fonds d’investissement, associations, acteurs publiques, etc.), soutenu par la Mission French Tech (administration rattachée à la Direction Générale des Entreprises, au sein du ministère de l’Economie, des Finances et de la Souveraineté industrielle et numérique). Elle a pour mission d’accompagner le développement de l’écosystème French Tech, mouvement français des start-up technologiques innovantes, dans la lignée …

Sectors: Media

Fluidifier le transport des personnes et des marchandises, et développer la mobilité de demain. SNCF is a world leader in public transportation. Trains, passenger services, cards and passes, dialogue, ticket booking. One Group, 5 divisions SNCF offers a complete range of mobility solutions through its five divisions: SNCF Infra, SNCF Proximité, SNCF Voyages, SNCF GEODIS and Gares&Connexions. Transport, Mobilité, Ferroviaire, Infrastructures ferroviaires, and Ingéniérie ferroviaire

Sectors: Transport

We open the way The Colas Group is a global leader in the construction and maintenance of transport infrastructure. Our mission is to design, build and maintain sustainable transport infrastructure from our local roots, around the world 🌍 Our three main activities are roads (our core business), materials and railways. Colas in numbers... 📍 50 countries across 5 continents 👷‍♀️👷‍♂️ about 58,000 employees 🚧 60,000 projects ♻ 3,000 materials production and recycling units 🚀 15.5 billion euros in revenue in 2022 Colas’ eight CSR commitments have been formalized in the ACT corporate project (Act and Commit Together), to respond to …

Sectors: Construction

[Automatic translation follows] 1st startup association in Europe, with +2000 startup members and French digital investors Founded in 2012, France Digitale is the largest startup association in Europe, with more than 2000 startup members and French digital investors. Our missions? - To bring out digital champions in Europe. - To make a voice and unite those who innovate to change the face of the world. - To create bridges and business opportunities between all innovation players, whether they are large groups, public decision-makers, investors, entrepreneurs or employees of startups and scale-ups. How? 1. By connecting ecosystem players during quality meetings, …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC

Business France is the national agency for the internationalization of the French economy. It is responsible for the international development of companies and their exports, as well as prospecting for and welcoming international investments in France. It promotes the attractiveness and business image of France, its companies and its territories. It manages and develops the V.I.E (Volontariat International en Entreprise). Created on January 1, 2015, Business France is a merger of UBIFRANCE and the AFII (French Agency for International Investments). Business France has 1,500 employees located in France and in 70 countries. It relies on a network of public and …

Sectors: National and local authorities

[Automatic translation follows] Make France the first economy with a positive impact! The Social Entrepreneurs Movement (Mouves) is a movement of people who share values, practices and the desire to build a human economy that effectively meets the needs of society: employment, health, education, dependency, housing, food, etc. The Mouves unites and represents social entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs who have a vision, take risks, develop and innovate, manage teams. Entrepreneurs motivated above all by the general interest, for whom profit is a means and not an end in itself. Entrepreneurs who share the wealth they create fairly. Scattered, compartmentalized, isolated, social entrepreneurs …

Creative Destruction Lab's mission is to enhance the commercialization of science for the betterment of humankind. Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a nonprofit organization that delivers an objectives-based program for massively scalable, seed-stage, science- and technology-based companies. CDL’s mission is to enhance the commercialization of science for the betterment of humankind. The nine-month program employs an objectives-based mentoring process to enhance the performance of technical founders who learn from the insights of experienced entrepreneurs, with the goal of maximizing equity-value creation. The program combines 5 elements to help companies transition from science projects to scalable and financeable companies: - An …

Sectors: Startup accelerator & VC