CALL FOR 8 LUX STARTUPS AT CES IN LAS VEGAS

For the first time, Luxembourg firms will be officially showcased in the flagship destination for startups at the “Consumer Electronics Show” in Las Vegas.

The European American Enterprise Council, a transatlantic accelerator based in Luxembourg, has announced that the country will be represented in the Eureka Park pavilion, which is one of the most popular at the CES.

Eight stands are reserved for early stage startups. They will be selected by a committee, composed of members of the EAEC and Luxinnovation, the economic promotion agency. The judges will favour applications from the big data, internet of things, greentech and foodtech sectors.

The deadline to apply is 27 October. Applications can be sent to: ces@eaec.lu.

The winners will be announced on 15 November. The CES will take place between 9 and 12 January 2018.