
Innovation bridges: connecting European research to Saudi opportunity
Ideas need ecosystems, not introductions. Turning European research and start-up capability into Saudi opportunity requires structure on both sides.
During HRSR 2026, Emdad by Elm and Erasmus Middle East Investments signed a partnership agreement to unify expertise and expand collaboration.
During its participation in HRSR 2026, Emdad by Elm signed a partnership agreement with Erasmus Middle East Investments.
The agreement aims to unify expertise and expand areas of collaboration, contributing to the development of more efficient solutions and to creating shared, sustainable value.

Ideas need ecosystems, not introductions. Turning European research and start-up capability into Saudi opportunity requires structure on both sides.

Discussions on capacity building for the non-profit sector, national models and joint studies — paving the way for a partnership agreement.

Europe has decades of practical experience in renewable energy, circular economy and sustainability policy. The value for Saudi partners lies in adapting that experience, not importing it.
We publish on cooperation that produced a result — including the parts that were difficult.