The European Innovation Council (EIC) is partnering up with BME for  the 8th CEE Procurement & Supply Forum focused on automotive, machinery, plant engineering sectors as well as electronics, taking place in Prague, Czech Republic, on 9 November 2022. Through this initiative, five EIC beneficiaries will be invited for free to engage with dozens of procurement professionals at the highest level and be part of discussions regarding how buyers should tackle sourcing in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) and what suppliers can learn from that, with effective B2B matchmaking opportunities.

Apply until 10 October 2022 and BE READY because these professionals are all set to buy solutions and notably innovative solutions! 

As a way of bringing together buyers and qualified suppliers from the CEE region, BME is holding the 8th edition of the CEE Procurement & Supply Forum that’s taking place in Prague on 9 November 2022. Like previous editions, the intention is to focus on supporting SMEs to engage with procurement processes. It combines highly informative lectures and discussions with extensive networking opportunities and individual B2B meetings with key suppliers.

5 EIC beneficiaries will have the possibility to pitch in front of the audience and will have also B2B meetings organised.
 
With a commodity focus on automotive, machinery and plant engineering sectors as well as electronics, the format of the event will include conference information on current CEE challenges and topics, B2B for buyers and suppliers. The five selected EIC-funded beneficiaries will also have the privileged chance to present their solutions. Not to mention, increased visibility and possible access to new markets.

What’s in store for you? 

During the conference part of the CEE Procurement & Supply Forum, you will have the opportunity to listen (first-hand) to renowned procurement experts from the region that will present and discuss the current developments and hot topics in Eastern Europe. B2B matching and networking opportunities with potential business partners that fit your individual needs are also possible. Through these, you will be able to conduct important discussions with potential business  partners that fit your needs during dedicated pre-scheduled meetings where you will receive a meeting plan and know exactly which company you are going to talk to.

Who can apply? 

BME and its partners are looking for EIC beneficiaries with ready-to-buy products/services and/or very mature solutions for the following thematics:

• Railway/rolling stock industry (manufacturing and painting of steel and aluminium components, as well as complete car body shells)
• Manufacturing of technical brushes
• Special equipment and machine building
• Machinery / Gear motors 
• Cloud, eMobility, Medical, 5G, Mobile Electronics, Industrial, etc.
• Office furniture trade
• eCommerce
• Lifters and Tippers
• Engineering
• Welding machine producer
• Sensors and systems for Automation Industry
• Wholesaler for Beauty Accessories / Hair Ornaments / Travel items / Luggage
• OEM Tier 1 manufacturers of truck, trailer, and tractor components (e.g., fifth wheel couplings, landing gears, front loader, and equipment)
• Plant engineering
• Household appliances
• Fire Fighting Industry
• Shopfitting for Restaurant chains, Hotels, Fitness and Retail
• Automotive Industry (E-mobility, Injection Moulding)
• Air and climate technology
• Metal and surface treatment
• Metal processing
• Mechanical engineering, metal processing, industrial electrics, and electronics
• DIY market
• Development and manufacturing of disinfectants, antiseptics, and medical skin care products
• Power tools

The EIC-funded companies will be selected according to BME’s needs for innovative solutions related to the presented subjects.

Application

You can apply by clicking on the following link.

In your application form, you should include the answers to the questions:
•    What is your business compliance with the event?
•    What are your expected specific synergies/outcomes for your potential business with the corporations?

Please acknowledge the information you provide on the application form will be shared with BME e.V. and partners to maximise potential benefits and ensure the effectiveness of meetings. BME e.V. and partners, based on their business interests, will select the final participants among the applicants.

The Business Acceleration Services will contact all applicants once the selection process has been concluded. However, this contact does not include feedback or recommendations for those not selected.

Additional details about the invitation can be found on this link.
 

Additional Information

BME 

The Association for Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Logistics (BME), founded in 1954, is the professional association for supply chain managers, buyers and logisticians in Germany and Central Europe. We see ourselves as network partners for all industries and sectors: for example, industry, trade, public institutions, or the financial sector. Our objectives include the transfer of know-how through a constant exchange of experience, the training and further education of qualified personnel and the scientific work on new methods, procedures, and techniques. In addition, the BME helps to open new markets. Our Association also helps to shape economic processes and global developments.

EIC Business Acceleration Services 

The Business Acceleration Services provided are free of charge. All participants are expected to fill out a short satisfaction survey shortly after the event, and a business impact survey after six months. Failure to do so may lead to exclusion from future Business Acceleration Services.   
This opportunity is brought to you by the EIC Business Acceleration Services. To explore other opportunities to connect with the largest public and private procurers in Europe, keep an eye on our events page.

Cancellation policy 

Cancellations will only be considered in duly documented cases of “force majeure”. Unjustified cancellation can lead to exclusion in future Business Acceleration Services events. 

Should you have any questions regarding the event or your eligibility, please contact us through our contact page (please choose “8th CEE Procurement & Supply Forum” as the subject).