Enter the fascinating world of innovation in Alsace-Lorraine-Champagne with Next Innov, a company that has managed to put the region on the global map of innovation. Discover how this bold initiative has succeeded in stimulating creativity and catalyzing technological progress, leaving a mark that goes well beyond regional borders.
Next Innov: a springboard for innovation in Alsace-Lorraine-Champagne
The regional edition of the Next Innov competition organized by Banque Populaire Alsace-Lorraine-Champagne was a great success with 75 applications submitted. Among these, ten finalists were selected, highlighting the vitality of innovation in the region. This competition has successfully combined local specificities, the uniqueness of regional ecosystems, and the collective strength of the Banques Populaires.
National recognition for regional winners
The Next Innov competition was the setting for the awarding of two prizes and three special mentions. The Next Innov Impact Award honored Ecosun Innovations for its innovative plug-and-play solar solutions in green energy production and storage. This company was also selected for the national awards presented in Paris, where it was honored with the SME Award. This success reflects the synergy between the regional and national competition.
Furthermore, the Grand Prix Régional Next Innov was awarded to APREX Solutions, a company specializing in transforming videos into scientific and technical data for automated camera inspections. This example shows the trust placed by the Banque Populaire from the creation of the company and the support provided by qualified interlocutors.
Special mentions highlighting innovative solutions
Two new special mentions were awarded this year to companies that offer innovative solutions with a positive impact. The special mention Capital Naturel was awarded to Microhumus, a company specializing in the agronomic restoration of degraded soils and the management of polluted sites. As for the special mention Santé Globale, it was awarded to H’ability, a company that offers virtual reality rehabilitation to optimize therapists’ time and empower patients. Finally, the Internationalisation mentions were shared between two companies: Axilum Robotics, which develops robotic solutions for the medical field, and RDS, specialized in next-generation patient monitoring.
Next Innov: a catalyst for the regional ecosystem
The Next Innov competition has successfully highlighted the dynamism of the regional ecosystem in Alsace-Lorraine-Champagne. Many award-winning companies from the competition have joined incubators and benefited from local accelerators to continue their development. This is particularly the case for APREX Solutions, which was supported by the Incubateur Lorrain and joined the Lorraine Inside startup club. This regional recognition allows companies to gain visibility and strengthen their positioning in the market.
In conclusion, the Next Innov competition has played a key role in promoting innovation in Alsace-Lorraine-Champagne and beyond. It has recognized companies engaged in digital and ecological transition while facilitating their development and their regional and national influence. Thanks to this competition, many startups have been able to propel their innovation and contribute to the growth of the region.