| Acronym | TPBJ |
| Short description of the institution and main activities | Technology park Bjelovar Ltd. is a business support and innovation organisation established by the City of Bjelovar and the Bjelovar University of Applied Sciences with the mission of fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology-driven economic development in the region. The company manages the Tech Incubator and provides support to start-ups, SMEs, innovative entrepreneurs, and technology-oriented companies. Main activities include: management and development of the tech incubator, business advisory and mentoring services, preparation and implementation of national and EU-funded projects, support for innovation, digitalisation, and technology transfer, organisation of training programmes, workshops, conferences, and networking events, support for start-ups and SMEs in accessing funding opportunities, fostering cooperation between businesses, educational institutions, research organisations, and public authorities, promotion of entrepreneurship, particularly among young people and innovative companies. |
| Website | www.tpbj.hr |
| LinkedIn or other profile | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tehnoloki-park-bjelovar-631246158/ |
| Year of establishment | 2014 |
| Region | Pannonian Croatia |
| County | County of Bjelovar-Bilogora |
| Municipality/City | Bjelovar |
| Address | Petra Preradovića 1 |
| Type of organisation | Technology Park / innovation hub |
| Languages of communication | Croatian, English |
| Geographic scope of activities | Regional |
| General institutional email for collaboration enquiries | Not specified |
| Name | Dajana Vukmanić |
| Position | Director |
| direktor@tpbj.hr | |
| Phone | +385913777761 |
| Dedicated industry collaboration / technology transfer unit | In development |
| Services available to external partners | Applied research & development |
| Models of engagement | Joint R&D projects, Consultancy, Internships / staff exchange |
| Pricing / access model | Case-by-case |
| Process for initiating collaboration | Collaboration is typically initiated through direct contact via email, phone, networking events, referrals from partner organisations, or participation in our programmes and projects. Following an initial meeting to identify needs and opportunities, we define the scope of cooperation and establish the appropriate form of support, partnership, incubation services, project collaboration, or innovation activities. |
| Main research fields and areas of expertise | Innovation management and entrepreneurship support |
| Key equipment, laboratories, or infrastructure available to external partners | Business Incubator facilities with fully equipped office spaces for startups, SMEs, and innovation-driven companies. |
| Accreditation and certification (if applicable) | None |
| Technology Readiness Levels typically reached | TRL 1-3 (basic / fundamental research), TRL 4-6 (applied research / prototype), TRL 7-9 (demonstration / near-market / deployment) |
| Computing / digital / AI capabilities (if applicable) | Digital transformation support for SMEs and public sector organisations. |
| Intellectual property approach | Case-by-case |
| Existing licensable technologies or patents | The organisation does not currently own or manage any licensable technologies, patents, or intellectual property available for commercial licensing. |
| Possibility of | None of the above |
| Primary sector(s) | Energy (incl. renewables, energy efficiency), Manufacturing (industrial production), Environmental services & circular economy, Creative & cultural industries, Public sector / smart cities |
| Main technology domains | Artificial Intelligence & data science, Robotics & automation, Cybersecurity, Digital platforms / software engineering |
| Experience with industry partners | None yet |
| Number of contract research agreements | Not specified |
| Number of joint R&D projects | Not specified |
| Number of licensing agreements | Not specified |
| Total number of industry collaboration contracts | Not specified |
| Total number of employees | 3 |
| Number of experts available for external collaboration | 2 |
| Key skills and disciplines | TPBJ possesses expertise in innovation management, entrepreneurship support, business incubation, digital transformation, project development and management, technology transfer, and regional innovation ecosystem development. The organisation has extensive experience in supporting startups, SMEs, and public institutions through advisory services, capacity-building activities, access to funding opportunities, and the implementation of national and European projects. Particular strengths include fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and public authorities, as well as promoting the adoption of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and Industry 4.0 solutions. |
| Languages available for collaboration | Croatian only, English |
| Talent support available | Student internships |
| Lifelong learning / professional education | Do not offer lifelong learning programmes |
| Lifelong learning key programmes | Not specified |
| Approximate number of industry participants per year | Not specified |
| Target beneficiaries | Start-ups |
| Types of support offered | Incubation / workspace |
| Approximate number of companies supported per year | 19 |
| Programme formats | Structured programme (fixed duration) |
| Typical programme duration | > 12 months |
| Sector focus | ICT / digital |
| Links to financing | Public funding (national / EU) |
| Participation in international or EU projects | TPBJ has participated in the implementation and support of international and EU-funded initiatives through cooperation with local and regional stakeholders. The organisation has contributed to activities related to the Horizon Europe project InGOV, implemented by the City of Bjelovar, providing support within the local innovation ecosystem. In addition, the organisation has extensive experience in the preparation and development of project proposals for national and European funding programmes and is actively expanding its involvement in international cooperation projects focused on innovation, digital transformation, entrepreneurship, and technology development. |
| Membership in networks or partnerships | Technology Park Bjelovar Ltd. is an active member of the BOND Network (Business Organisations Network Development), a national network dedicated to strengthening and standardising business support services in Croatia. The organisation is also a member of the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP), connecting it with a global community of science parks, innovation hubs, business incubators, research institutions, universities, and innovation-driven organisations. Through its participation in these networks, Technology Park Bjelovar Ltd. promotes knowledge exchange, international cooperation, capacity building, and the development of innovation support services. The organisation actively seeks opportunities for collaboration with partners from academia, industry, public authorities, and the wider innovation ecosystem at both national and international levels. |
| Can you support partners in navigating local procedures | Yes |
| Physical space available to external partners | Office space |
