Launch of the 13th edition of the BPF – Strategic partnerships for innovation and impact in developing countries
Leveraging innovation of enterprises to address major societal challenges
Launched in 2016, by the Luxembourg Development Cooperation, the Business Partnership Facility (BPF) has already supported 47 projects between European enterprises and entities based in over 20 developing countries. The BPF targets commercially viable innovative solutions addressing key societal challenges in partner countries: food security, poverty alleviation, climate change action, access to quality education, decent work or clean water, etc.
Among the projects selected in the last BPF edition, Genius Watter is commercialising solar-powered refrigeration and ice production infrastructures to help fishermen in Palmeira, Cabo Verde, preserve their catch, increasing their income and reducing waste. LH Packaging aims to establish a processing and packaging chain for organic nuts in Kosovo, fostering sustainable production with high local added value. Finally, EFFICO is developing a sustainable agriculture model for coffee production in Tanzania, using advanced irrigation technologies to produce high-quality, eco-friendly coffee while ensuring better pay for farmers.
Launching a new open call for innovative business partnerships
The BPF is now launching its 13th call for projects. It targets Luxembourgish or EU-based enterprises, registered for more than 3 years, with a minimum turnover of EUR 500,000 (or three times the amount of the requested co-financing), and employing at least 5 people. The co-financing covers up to 50% of the project costs, with a cap of EUR 200,000. This support is intended for implementing innovative, high-impact projects in collaboration with solid partners from developing countries, such as businesses, NGOs, or public entities.
Whether through knowledge transfer, feasibility studies, or piloting new solutions in untapped markets, the goal is to bring the benefits of innovations “Made in Luxembourg/EU” to developing countries and establish mutually beneficial partnerships, with a real local impact.
Submit your project by April 30th
Interested enterprises have until 30 April 2025 to apply for this call for proposals.
The project selection process takes place in two stages:
- Stage 1: Applicant enterprises are invited to submit an application form via the dedicated platform. A pre-selection is carried out based on this initial information.
- Stage 2: Shortlisted companies are invited to submit detailed proposals, which will form the basis for the final selection at the end of 2025.
- Two information webinars are open to applicants who wish to learn more and ask questions to the project team:
- Wednesday, 26 March at 2:00 PM CET (in French)
- Thursday, 27 March at 11:00 AM CET (in English)
More information: https://www.luxaidbusiness4impact.lu/en/bpf-call-for-proposals-2025-1
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