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Luxembourg hosted Horizon Day on 11 December, focusing on the country's role in the Horizon Europe initiative, which runs from 2021 to 2027 with a budget of €93.5 billion. The event featured discussions on collaboration among researchers, organizations, and businesses.

Philippe Mayer, Deputy CEO of LuxInnovation, emphasized the importance of cross-border partnerships. The event showcased success stories, including Echo-Wave's green hydrogen project, which aims to establish a hydrogen market in the region.

OQ Technology presented its satellite connectivity solution, becoming the first European company to send emergency broadcast SMS during a satellite pass. Anne Calteux from the EU Commission highlighted future plans to simplify processes and enhance support for SMEs and start-ups, calling for ambitious projects to drive innovation.