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“Promoting Luxembourg with passion”

09-01-2024

Following the general elections in October 2023, Luxembourg has a new government. We spoke to the new Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Xavier Bettel, about his vision for promoting Luxembourg to international companies looking for a foothold in Europe.
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A place for scaling quickly

08-01-2024

In 2010, Lokdeep Singh came to Luxembourg to take up a new professional challenge, thinking that he would stay for two to three years. 13 years later, he has become a Luxembourg national and calls the country both an excellent location for scaling businesses on the European level – and his home.
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Capturing patient feedback the innovative way

07-01-2024

Pharma research companies are constantly faced with the challenge of processing huge quantities of patient data that are complex to gather and often of mediocre quality. Using AI-powered voice analysis and digital interaction, Luxembourg tech company Softbrik can capture much more patient intelligence of far better quality, while significantly reducing the time and costs of clinical studies.
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Luxembourg's south from past to future

04-01-2024

Renowned as the centre of the country's thriving steel industry, Luxembourg's south now hosts the City of Sciences where researchers and students meet with entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Visit Luxembourg takes us on a tour to discover the Minett region.
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Season’s Greetings from Luxembourg

20-12-2023

We extend our warm wishes to you through this animated film crafted entirely in Luxembourg, embodying our commitment to creativity and sustainability.
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ESRIC 4th Edition To Incubate Space Resources Startups

13-12-2023

Applications for the fourth edition of the ESRIC Space Resources Start-up Program are open until December 15. The call is open to small and medium-sized projects, incorporated no longer than 5 years a...
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Wrapping up an incredible journey at NewSpace Europe 2023

13-12-2023

On Wednesday November 29, the Luxembourg Space Agency hosted the 6th edition of ‘NewSpace Europe’ in Luxembourg. The 2023 edition unveiled an exciting and innovative program on “Bridging...
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Data-driven research with patient impact

12-12-2023

The access to standardised, high-quality biomedical and digital health data is crucial for translational research centre Luxembourg Institute of Health (LIH). Together with national and international partners, the LIH is part of a pioneering European partnership creating clean data lakes enabling research with real patient impact.
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The centenary Gëlle Fra

11-12-2023

From the top of her 21-metre pedestal on Place de la Constitution, she seems to be watching over Luxembourg City. The Gëlle Fra (the golden lady in Luxembourgish) is one of the country's most emblematic and poetic symbols.
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NORTHSTAR EARTH & SPACE RAISES $15M IN SERIES D ROUND

06-12-2023

NorthStar Earth & Space has completed a $15 million round of funding with Telesystem Space, the Luxembourg Future Fund, and Investissement Québec. Funds will support the company’s on-go...
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Rendering data actionable to drive healthcare innovation: ITTM

06-12-2023

Health data is proving to be a formidable catalyst for change. However, the mere accumulation of data does not guarantee transformative outcomes. The essence lies in making data actionable – a challenge that Luxembourg medical data specialist ITTM has taken up.
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Entering the European market with ease

29-11-2023

In recent years, Luxembourg has emerged as a dynamic hub for innovation, boasting a robust ecosystem that encompasses a multitude of incubators, accelerators, specialised agencies, investors, and innovation hubs. This thriving ecosystem has played a pivotal role in nurturing and propelling numerous successful enterprises across diverse industries onto the global stage. Top executives leading some of Luxembourg’s key structures explain what the ecosystem offers and why this might just be the smartest and most cost-effective way for a soft-landing and to gain a foothold in foreign markets.
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Pioneering “gamified neuroscience” for brain disorders

27-11-2023

Luxembourg-based company Myelin-H is developing a revolutionary software technology for the remote monitoring and management of neurological disorders. The company’s CEO, Zied Tayeb, sheds light on the company’s mission to make a difference and how a personal story sparked the conception of his startup.
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Accessing the European healthtech market

22-11-2023

Healthtech solutions are subject to rather complex regulatory requirements guaranteeing health standards and protection in the EU. Luxembourg’s national innovation agency Luxinnovation manages a range of initiatives aimed at supporting healthtech companies from strategy development to European market access.
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On the road to personalised medicine

20-11-2023

In 2008, the Luxembourg government launched its Sciences and Health Technologies Action Plan to diversify its economy, nurture health technology innovation and stimulate the shift towards personalised medicine. Fifteen years later, the country is home to internationally renowned biomedical research centres and a growing community of healthtech companies focusing, in particular, on digital health, digital medical devices and in vitro diagnostics.
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Luxembourg’s rise to 2nd place in the IMD talent ranking

17-11-2023

In the 2023 IMD World Talent Ranking (WTR), Luxembourg moved up five spots to the second position. Its new ranking was influenced by its “strong performance” in the development of homegrown talents and access to an international talent pool.
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SES’s Fifth and Sixth O3b mPOWER Satellites Successfully Launched

16-11-2023

With six satellites, SES’s second-generation medium earth orbit system will be ready to provide high-performance connectivity services around the globe from early Q2 2024.
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Unlocking Financial Insights for 2024, a livestream by Luxembourg for Finance

16-11-2023

Join stellar speakers at Focus On 2024 digital event by Luxembourg For Finance. market insights with Karen Ward, Chief Market Strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset Management. EU economic outlook with Pier...
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Crossroads Magazine: Data-driven healthtech innovation in Luxembourg

15-11-2023

Hot off the press, the latest edition of Crossroads Magazine focuses on data-driven innovation in the field of health technologies. A series of articles to be published over the coming weeks will provide insights about Luxembourg’s unique model for building a strong ecosystem where innovative healthtech companies can flourish and grow in the European and global markets.
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Local partnerships, international reach

14-11-2023

The global operations of Ferrero, one of the world’s biggest chocolate producing and confectionery companies, is managed from its headquarters in Luxembourg. The Grand Duchy also hosts the group’s innovation centre that coordinates Ferrero’s extensive R&D and open innovation activities.
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Poly Diagnostics looks to consolidate its position in the IVD market at Medica

13-11-2023

Poly Diagnostics, a Fit 4 Start graduate, will be part of the Luxembourg delegation at the Medica trade fair in Düsseldorf from 13 to 16 November. Myroslav Gebura, the company's founder, believes that its presence at the exhibition will help to solidify its position in the In-Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) industry.
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