PUI MED’INNOV and Telecom Valley Sign Partnership Agreement
On September 11, 2026, PUI MED’INNOV and Telecom Valley formalized their partnership at the Pôle Alpha in Sophia Antipolis. This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between academic research and the digital business ecosystem, fostering technology transfer and stimulating the growth of innovative companies in the region.
Strategic Day at Pôle Alpha
The event took place during a strategic day for MED’INNOV, which included working sessions with founding members, partners, and stakeholders focused on ongoing actions and future directions. PUI MED’INNOV is one of 29 certified University Innovation Hubs in France, facilitating the connection between research outcomes and economic application.
Enhancing Collaboration
The partnership with Telecom Valley, a key player in the French Riviera’s digital sector, is set to enhance existing collaborations and develop new ones, particularly in emerging technologies and deeptech. Both organizations share a vision of accelerating the journey from ideas to real-world applications.
Xavier Fernandez, Vice-President for Innovation at Université Côte d’Azur, emphasized the importance of this union: “By bringing together talent, research, innovation, and businesses, we can accelerate the journey from ideas to solutions.”
Thierry Benmussa, Co-president of Telecom Valley, articulated the need for an ongoing partnership between the tech industry and research to support the growth of the territory.
Networking for Future Innovations
Following the signing, an afterwork gathering with innovation professionals allowed for further connections and collaboration discussions. This event emphasized the strong ecosystem surrounding PUI MED’INNOV, which includes over 2,900 companies in the Alpes-Maritimes region.
Further Information
For more insights about the partnership, visit:
- Telecom Valley: Partnership Agreement
- PUI MED’INNOV: Strengthening Strategic Dynamics
Sources: PUI MED’INNOV, Telecom Valley.
