PrintoCent InnoFest
12.–13.9.2024

PrintoCent InnoFest is an innovation competition — it’s a place where ideas, problems and Printed Intelligence solutions meet. PrintoCent has hosted PrintoCent InnoFest events in Oulu, Finland, annually since 2014, so we are gathering for the 10th time this year! This open innovation event has been the launching arena for several innovations and start-ups, new products and business opportunities in existing companies. 

The application for the contest is now open and the deadline is May 26th! 15 innovations teams will be chosen for the competition. We will notify you of acceptance by 4.6. If you want to participate and don't have an innovation idea, you can always participate as an expert.

We invite ideas from the industry, SME companies and start-ups, organizations and student&academic groups and “individuals”! Anyone with an innovation idea who wants to develop it further and check if Printed Intelligence could be part of it, can join. We will help you build a team, and your idea will be evaluated by a jury of professionals from the industry, funding sector and academia.

Who and why? 

• New to Printed intelligence? Innofest is a place to take your first step to the world of Printed Intelligence. Learn, get new ideas, get enthusiastic and find a great network for continuing your path within Printed Intelligence. TOP EXPERT CONSULTANCY FOR FREE!
• Start-ups – excellent place to clarify your direction! Do you have a tech platform which could serve in so many areas? This is your opportunity to test one or more end-uses and get feedback!!!
• ”Old foxes” within Printed Intelligence – join and get your partners in! Why? Expand their knowledge, innovativeness which you can then support! Help your network grow, and help the whole industry grow! 
• International companies/groups – why should you travel to Oulu? Experience and feel the Printed Intelligence HUB that’s been built during 25 years in the area! See the pilot factories and facilities, get to know the companies and the huge knowhow available.
• Students / researchers – top experts from the industry gather to take innovations from lab to business. Do not miss this opportunity to get advice, learn from the industry, business and financing.

The key in joining InnoFest is to have an open mind with a desire to come up with the most splendid ideas and solutions. Our motto is “Pay attention – ideas are around you”. Be brave and do join us!