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Frontex invites industry leaders to a week of dialogue and technological discovery. On 11-15 May 2026, join our virtual forum to pitch your innovations directly to European Border and Coast Guard experts and present how your solutions may power the next generation of European border security capabilities.

This event offers themed segments to allow focus and targeted engagement with Frontex experts and Member States' border authorities. 

When: 11–15 May 2026 | Time: 10:30 – 14:30 CET daily

Where: Online, Webex.

Why: Showcase market-ready and emerging innovations, explore applications that enhance border security. 

We are scouting for cutting-edge cross-domain solutions, including:

• Tech Fusion: AI, machine learning, and biometric platforms for seamless surveillance.

• Mission Critical Systems: Secure comms, autonomous surveillance, and predictive analytics.

• Emerging Tech: Drones/UAVs, IoT networks, blockchain, and sustainable autonomous systems.

• Data & Simulation: Edge computing, AI visualization, and advanced operational simulators.

Frontex is inviting financial services providers and fintech companies to present digital payment solutions capable of supporting the delivery of cash-based reintegration assistance in third countries.

• Integrated digital payments: Enable secure digital disbursement of reintegration assistance in third countries, through multiple channels (Integrated digital payments:mobile money, pre-paid cards, digital wallets, vouchers).

• Data collection and management: Aggregate and manage beneficiary data (e.g. identity, assistance needs, payment information) through integrated digital platforms.

• High volume scalability and accessibility: Operate at scale, supporting high transaction volumes across multiple countries, including fragile and remote environments.

• Reliable and robust financial systems: Provide accessible payment mechanisms, including options for offline or low-connectivity environments.

• Transaction safety: Ensure fraud prevention, transparency and traceability for large-scale financial transfers.

For more information please click here.

Innovative travel management solutions for returns by scheduled flights:

• Advanced online ICT tools for corporate booking & ticketing

• Seamless integration with FAR/IRMA (API, real-time data exchange)

• Automated features for efficient multi-leg journeys & rebooking

• Strong data security & GDPR compliance (encryption, audit trails)

• Experience in sensitive travel (returns, extraditions, medical cases)

• Scalable, customisable solutions for high-volume operations

Each day features high-visibility slots designed for impact:

• Expert Pitching: 30-minute slots (including Q&A) to showcase your solution to key stakeholders.

• Networking: Direct exchanges with Frontex specialists and national border experts.

• Strategic Visibility: This initiative serves as a primary market-scanning tool, potentially informing future Requests For Information, pilots, and procurement materials.

Submit your Expression of Interest by 15 April 2026 (17:00 CET). To ensure your innovation is reviewed by the right experts, follow the registration track that best aligns with your technology:

• Registration: General Innovation for Border Management (11, 14 and 15 May 2026)

(AI, Biometrics, UAVs/Drones, Data & Simulation, Secure Systems)

•  Registration: Digital Solutions for Reintegration Assistance (12 May 2026)

(Digital Payments, Data Collection, High Volume, Transaction Safety)

• Registration: Travel Services Management (13 May 2026)

(Traveler Mobility, API Integration, Passenger Profiling)

• Evaluation: Frontex will review all submissions based on innovation, operational relevance, and technological maturity.

• Compliance: All solutions must demonstrate strict adherence to human rights, data protection, and ethical frameworks.

• Notification: Selected providers will be assigned a 30-minute spotlight slot (presentation + Q&A).

Reach out to the team: tech.innovation@frontex.europa.eu