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The EU-LAC Digital Accelerator is an international programme designed to foster collaboration between corporates and startups across Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean to solve real-world business challenges through digital innovation. The initiative supports partnerships that combine a corporate entity facing a specific operational or technological challenge with a startup or SME capable of delivering a digital solution.
The primary purpose of the programme is to bridge the gap between innovation and market application by enabling cross-regional collaboration. It helps businesses co-develop digital products, services, and processes that can be tested, validated, and scaled in real-world environments.
Key objectives include accelerating digital transformation, strengthening international business partnerships, and fostering innovation ecosystems across the three regions. The programme also introduces new thematic areas such as sustainable mobility, while remaining open to all industries.
Participants benefit from a structured 6-month acceleration programme built around three pillars:
Proof of Concept: Testing and validating technical feasibility
Business Case Development: Creating viable and scalable business models
Investment & Scaling: Preparing solutions for market expansion and attracting investment
In addition to technical support, startups may receive targeted grants to develop and test their solutions, including funding for prototype development, travel, and implementation activities.
Overall, the programme plays a critical role in advancing digital innovation and economic collaboration between Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean, enabling businesses to move from concept to commercialization more efficiently.
Who Can Apply
Startups and innovative SMEs
Corporates (companies with a defined business challenge)
Business partnerships (must apply jointly)
Innovation-driven enterprises
Eligible Activities
Development of digital solutions or technologies
Proof-of-concept testing and validation
Business model development
Product prototyping and scaling
Cross-border innovation partnerships
Digital transformation initiatives
Funding & Terms
Acceleration services valued up to:
€30,000 standard
€40,000 if Caribbean partner is included
Additional startup grants:
€7,000 for proof-of-concept
Up to €2,000 for travel
Up to €1,500 for equipment transport
Programme duration: ~6 months
Applicant Requirements
Must apply as a partnership (minimum 2 entities)
Must include:
1 corporate
1 startup or SME
Partners must be from different regions:European Union
Latin America
Caribbean
Must present a clear digital challenge + solution pairing
Key Steps for Applicants
Visit the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator website.
Identify or define a corporate challenge.
Find a partner (via the matching platform if needed).
Develop a joint solution concept.
Complete the online application form.
Submit before the deadline.
Await evaluation and onboarding.
Eligible Countries (Caribbean & Latin America)
Open to:
Caribbean countries (including Antigua and Barbuda)
Latin American countries
European Union member states
(Applicants must form cross-regional partnerships)
Need Help Applying?
Antigua Digest offers support services for individuals, entrepreneurs, non-profit organizations and MSMEs seeking grant funding.
We can assist you with:
Project concept development and alignment with grant criteria
Proposal writing (narrative, budget, logical framework)
Review of eligibility and compliance with terms
Submission monitoring and follow-up
Contact us at admin@antiguadigest.com for tailored assistance with your submission.
Additional Notes for Applicants
Partnerships are mandatory (you cannot apply alone)
Caribbean participation increases support value
Strong emphasis on real business problems + scalable solutions
Matching platform available to find partners
Fast application process (~10 minutes submission)
Antigua Digest Note
At Antigua Digest, we encourage startups and businesses to explore opportunities like the EU-LAC Digital Accelerator to access international markets, funding, and partnerships. This programme is especially valuable for Caribbean innovators seeking to collaborate globally and scale digital solutions through structured support and investment pathways.
This is considered a hybrid international progamme with expectations of collaboration across Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. This opportunity includes virtual support + potential in-person testing. Antigua Digest believes that thus is an exceptional opportunity and partnership for corporate and small business to expand their horizons.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
❌ Applying without a partner
❌ Vague problem or unclear solution
❌ No scalability potential
❌ Overly technical with no business case
Applications must be partnership-based, including:
At least 1 corporate entity (with a business challenge)
At least 1 startup or SME (with a digital solution)
⚠️ Key Requirement:
Partners must come from different regions, such as:
European Union
Latin America
Caribbean
Example:
A Caribbean startup must partner with a European or Latin American company.
This is NOT just a program—it’s a market entry gateway.
The real value is:
International partnerships
Product validation
Investment readiness
This is a high-value opportunity because it:
Connects Caribbean startups to European markets and corporates
Provides non-dilutive support + funding
Helps move solutions from idea to commercialisation
Strengthens cross-regional innovation ecosystems
Official Links
Official Program Website: https://eulacdigitalaccelerator.com/open-call/
Application Page: Ahttps://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=fLY1ski_cUaxodpETBvvZiSyuig2XLxElwSJXCAOGFhUREVRVVpBVzRSMDU0RVQ5RkI2U0VUTEVRRy4u&route=shorturl
Contact Information: https://eulacdigitalaccelerator.com/contact/