The DeepTech tour in Montpellier
On September 13, 2023, Bpi France chose the University of Montpellier as the first stop on its DeepTech Tour 2023. This tour is part of the French government's deep tech plan, operated by Bpifrance, which aims to bring 500 startups out of research laboratories each year to become the technology leaders of tomorrow. UM is the first of 29 PUI-certified universities to host this event.
"We are delighted that this launch is taking place at the University of Montpellier; it demonstrates BPI France'skeen interest in Montpellier and its role as leader of the University Innovation Cluster," said Philippe Combette, Vice President for Partnerships and Innovation at UM.
Around 250 people gathered at the Jardin des Plantes, including researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and innovation stakeholders. The event was attended by Philippe Augé, President of the University of Montpellier; Paul-François Fournier, Director of Innovation at BPI France; partners from Montpellier's PUI (University Innovation Platform), who presented their support solutions; the Initium incubator team, who came to present their PEPITE DeepTech program; and project leaders, such as Jullien Drone, winner of the 2023 Innovation Award, who came to share their experiences.
You can also watch the trailer for the Deeptech Tour Montpellier – September 13, 2023.