- Information Technology
- Environmental Sciences
- SATNAV Cluster
- Life Sciences
- Perfumes and Aromas
- Services and Corporate Functions
- ITER
- Competitive Clusters
Combining Space and IT expertise to preserve the environment
With its wealth of space and IT expertise, the Côte d’ Azur is a hotbed for developing innovative energy solutions to help preserve the environment. Many new applications are being developed for earth observation as well as for environmental studies, satellite navigation and the management of natural risks.
Cannes is home to Europe’s premier satellite systems group Thales Alenia Space, which has led to a large number of specialized sub-contactors establishing in the region. In addition, the presence of the prestigious Ecole des Mines and many other specialized research laboratories has enabled the Côte d’Azur to build up a worldwide reputation in the environmental field.
News
Cross’Innov: Mission accomplished!
05/05/2008
Successful first edition of the Cross’Innov B2B conference targeting European and US firms seeking Côte d’Azur partnerships in order to locate in the region.
Science at Sophia
05/05/2008
Sophia Antipolis Foundation to host a new series of high-level conferences led by world-renowned specialists.
First Cross Innov’ Forum
21/04/2008
A “made in the USA”-style business forum puts the accent on technological convergence and a cross-sector approach.
Digital plants for sustainable development
21/04/2008
INRIA and “Agropolis Fondation” sign pact to further research into plants and their uses to help challenges facing agronomics and sustainable development.
Cross Innov 2008 shortlist
11/04/2008
Three Côte d’Azur firms will be short-listed this week to go on and compete in the final of the Innovation Stars’ competition on April 24.
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Key Facts & Figures
Leaders : Thales Alenia Space, ACRI, Analis, Be System, Infoterra, Simulog, Soditech, Studiel, Snirge, Teuchos Paca
Fields of activity : Space industry and Aeronautics, Satellite Navigation, Earth Observation, Risk Management, Digital Mapping, Environmental Sciences
Competitive cluster :
RISK – Risk Management and land vulnerability
SEA CLUSTER - Sea, security, safety, sustainable development
CAPENERGIE - Greenhouse gas-free energies
PEGASE – Aeronautics & Space
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Team Côte d'Azur is a joint initiative of the Alpes-Maritimes county council |
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