JOIST Innovation Park has been selected among the Top 10 finalists of the IASP Inspiring Solutions 2026 competition with its Future TechBox initiative. The Future TechBox is redefining the way businesses, organisations and professionals engage with innovation by connecting them with data, expertise and services that can directly support their growth.
Being shortlisted among this year’s finalists represents an important international recognition for JOIST. The submission stood out among entries from science and technology parks around the world, reinforcing JOIST’s role as an innovation ecosystem that designs and delivers solutions with meaningful impact.
The IASP Inspiring Solutions Awards
The IASP Inspiring Solutions Awards are one of the flagship international initiatives of the International Association of Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP). Their purpose is to recognise innovative practices developed by science and technology parks and innovation ecosystems worldwide.
Entries are evaluated by an independent jury based on their originality, impact and potential to be replicated by other innovation ecosystems. Each year, the Top 10 finalists are recognised as examples of best practice that can inspire organisations around the world.
JOIST Future TechBox: Bringing Innovation to Life
The JOIST Future TechBox is an integrated, interactive innovation capsule that combines a physical experience with digital services, offering a new way for businesses and organisations to engage with innovation.
Within a specially designed 10-square-metre space, visitors can experience technologies such as 3D printing and virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR).
Through a guided digital journey, they can also identify their business challenges, explore industry trends and competitive insights using official European data, test tailored technology solutions, and discover services, training programmes and European funding opportunities designed to support their business needs and growth ambitions.
Why the JOIST Future TechBox Stood Out Internationally
Being selected among the leading entries of the IASP Inspiring Solutions 2026 confirms that innovative solutions developed in Greece can serve as best-practice examples for organisations worldwide. The JOIST submission was recognised because it presents a solution that can be adopted by other innovation ecosystems and organisations, including those operating in more remote areas with significant innovation needs.
From their very first interaction with the Future TechBox, visitors can explore and experience JOIST’s services in an engaging way, gaining access to programmes, partnerships and tools that support innovation and business growth.
By transforming initial curiosity into meaningful engagement and new collaboration opportunities, the Future TechBox also strengthens the role of innovation ecosystems in connecting technology with entrepreneurship.
Continuing to Invest in Innovation
This recognition reflects JOIST’s long-standing commitment to developing initiatives that turn innovation into practical value for businesses and organisations. Through initiatives such as the Future TechBox, JOIST continues to create new ways of connecting businesses with technology, knowledge and opportunities that can strengthen their competitiveness and accelerate their digital transformation.
Watch the JOIST Future TechBox submission video for the IASP Inspiring Solutions 2026 below: