Active regionally,
internationally connected

 

The City of Linz’s Economic Development Department is internationally connected and places a strong emphasis on cooperation, knowledge transfer and innovative partnerships. With strong links to networks such as MINT Region OÖ Zentral, the European Capital of Democracy, the EC2U network, the iCapital Alumni Network and Incell in the field of hydrogen technology, Linz is strengthening its role as a forward-looking hub for business, innovation and technology.

This generates valuable impetus for sustainable development, international visibility and new opportunities for businesses, research and the wider community.

Linz connects IT & Economy

Our networking event for Linz’s business and IT sectors: we invite C-level executives from Linz-based companies to discuss current IT topics. Each session features expert insights from two specialists, followed by informal discussions, all held at a different exciting venue in Linz – in an open yet confidential atmosphere. A community that wants to make a difference, discussing current topics, trends and challenges, and constantly forging new connections.

Details of the Linz connects events (topic, venue, time) will be provided in good time via a personal invitation! The next dates are 18 June 2026 / 17 September 2026 / 12 November 2026

Please send any enquiries or expressions of interest in attending by email to wirtschaft@mag.linz.at

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The Department of Economy & Innovation Linz is active at regional, national and international levels across Europe within the following networks:

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MINT Region OÖ Zentral

The STEM regions across Austria connect educational institutions with businesses to spark and sustain an interest in technology throughout the entire education system. The motto of the Upper Austria Central STEM Region is: STEAM IT up!
more about MINT Region
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iCapital Alumni

In November 2024, the city of Linz was awarded second place as a European Rising Innovative City by the European Innovation Council and has since been actively engaged in the iCapital Alumni Network.

EIC Prizes
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CITE Cities in Transition Europe

Alongside Skellefteå (Sweden), Košice (Slovakia), Fundão (Portugal), Dunkerque (France) and Wałbrzych (Poland), Linz is one of the six cities that founded the CITE network in June 2026.
more about CITE Europe

Capital of Democracy

The European City Network (ECN) of the Capitals of Democracy is a strong network of European cities committed to promoting participation and improving social cohesion.
European City Network

EC2U Network

Johannes Kepler University and the City of Linz are members of the European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U) and maintain links with eight other European university cities.
more about EC2U

GoVocal Network

Through our participation platform, we are connected internationally with all cities that are using GoVocal to promote citizen participation.
GoVocal Case Studies

Disclaimer: English content translated with AI assistance.

Would you like to help shape, have your say, or get involved?

You can find interactive projects, participation formats, and information about our events at

partizipation.linz.at