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European charter for small enterprises
Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the European economy. They are a key source of jobs and a breeding ground for business ideas... >> learn more
What is an SME?
A small or medium sized Enterprise
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Small companies: less than 50 staff members and less than 10 Million Euro annual turnover or less than 10 Million Euro balance sheet total
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Medium sized companies: 50 to 249 staff members and less than 50 Million Euro annual turnover or less than 43 Million Euro balance total sheet.
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PathogenCombat for SMEs – Financial Reporting to the EU
Get more Information about Financial Reporting to the EU >> here
What are the advantages of EU projects for SMEs?
Sharing the risks and costs of research between project partners... >> learn more
What is FP6?
The Sixth Framework Programme for research (FP6) is the European Union’s main instrument to promote and support research and development in Europe from 2002 until 2006 ... >> learn more
How can enterprises benefit from PathogenCombat?
Small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) represent 99% of the total number of companies in the European Union (EU) and as such should be given greater attention in EU research programms... >> learn more
Will the 10 “New EU-members” get a special support?
Bringing food processing establishments up to EU standards is a big challenge for the new Member States. A lot has been done and many establishments already fulfil the EU requirements... >> learn more
Can organizations from third countries participate in the projects?
Yes, organisations from any other country may take part, provided... >>learn more
SME network
We want to share our scientific knowledge with SMEs in support of the European Industry in the Food, Nutrition and Biotechnology sectors. If you are interested... >>learn more
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Susanne Braun, - last update:2 September 2008