In the EU, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the economy. They make up over 99% of businesses and are crucial for employment, innovation and economic growth. SMEs, including both startups and growing companies, often face challenges in accessing finance for essential activities like innovation, digitalisation and expansion.

At this "Access to finance - Research and Development Finance" event you'll have the opportunity to hear from our expert panel on R&D Finance, and how it can be utilised by SMEs as a way to access finance.

Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions during the event Q&A session.