The DIH Forum 2026 – EU Innovation: What’s Next will take place on September 30, 2026, at the ASA Institute in Sarajevo, organized by FabLab BiH.

The Forum is intended for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), startups, and other innovation-oriented organizations that want to improve their business through digitalization, the application of new technologies, access to European support programs, and networking with relevant experts, institutions, and partners.

This year's program focuses on concrete opportunities for business development and digital transformation, featuring presentations of DIH and EDIH services, European funding and support programs, new technologies, and current trends in the development of the innovation ecosystem in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

What You Can Expect at the Forum:

• Presentations of the new European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH), their areas of specialization, and services available to companies.

• An overview of developed DIH services and support models for small and medium-sized enterprises.

• Information on opportunities available through the Digital Europe Programme.

• Presentations of programs and opportunities offered by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) and the European Innovation Council (EIC) for innovative companies and startups.

• Practical examples of the application of new technologies, including immersive technologies, industrial robotics, and the development of digital skills.

• An overview of current programs and future priorities for innovation support in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

• Thematic sessions dedicated to artificial intelligence, urban mobility, and urban food systems.

• Networking with representatives from companies, institutions, European programs, innovation hubs, and experts.

Special Program Highlight

A special part of the program will be dedicated to individual 1:1 consultations with EBRD BiH. Interested companies will be able to book a 15-minute slot to discuss their business, projects, and available forms of support.

The program will conclude with a networking session and technology demonstrations, providing participants with an additional opportunity to exchange experiences and establish new business and project contacts.

Event Details

• 📅 Date: September 30, 2026

• ⏰ Time: 09:00 – 15:00

• 📍 Venue: ASA Institute, Sarajevo

• 🌐 Format: In-person

• 🗣️ Event Language: English

Application Method

Registration for the DIH Forum 2026 is mandatory and must be completed via the following link:

👉 https://luma.com/igxmysqe

For companies interested in individual EBRD 1:1 consultations, registration is available through a separate form:

👉 EBRD Consultation Form

More information about the event is available at:

🌐 https://digitalstorm.ba/bs/dih-forum-2026

For additional information, you can contact us via email at info@fablab.ba.

The DIH Forum 2026 is implemented with the support of the #EU4PSD project, funded by the European Union and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), and implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.