ESPRINT PLAN FROM THE START-UP CATALONIA PROGRAM
Published on 09 October 2017
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Spain
Cataluña
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About this good practice
The Esprint Plan is one of the programs aimed to connect Catalan start-ups to the world by preparing them for their international growth.
Resources needed
The total budget invested in this initiative over these three years is: 630.000€.
The annual budget is: 2014: 312.000€; 2015: 178.000€; and 2016: 140.000€.
The cost for taking part in this program is 1.000€ and it is valued 8.940€ (2016).
The annual budget is: 2014: 312.000€; 2015: 178.000€; and 2016: 140.000€.
The cost for taking part in this program is 1.000€ and it is valued 8.940€ (2016).
Evidence of success
- 103 projects presented and 57 projects carried out between 2014 and 2016.
- Currently, the third edition is being carried out.
Year Participating companies Jobs generated Increase in turnover Capital increase
2015 20 45 22% 18%
2016 17 64 8,7 M € 66%
- In 2016, 40% of the companies participating in the Esprint Plan were from the ICT sector (27%) and IoT (13%).
- Currently, the third edition is being carried out.
Year Participating companies Jobs generated Increase in turnover Capital increase
2015 20 45 22% 18%
2016 17 64 8,7 M € 66%
- In 2016, 40% of the companies participating in the Esprint Plan were from the ICT sector (27%) and IoT (13%).
Potential for learning or transfer
It is a model replicable to other geographical areas. It can be an inspiring initiative for other regions and the lessons learned can be shared with other companies that want to internationalize themselves.
Further information
Website
Good practice owner
Organisation
Regional Government of Cataluña
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Spain
Cataluña
Contact
Coordinator of economic's activities plans and business strategic projects