BIOS business incubator celebrates 30 years in Osijek

The BIOS business incubator in Osijek, Croatia, is marking 30 years of supporting entrepreneurship. Since its inception, approximately 400 companies have utilized the incubator's infrastructure to launch their businesses. Currently, 58 companies are active within the facility, employing around 900 people and generating a combined annual revenue of 114 million euros.

BIOS has expanded to three facilities totaling over 4,400 square meters, including rental spaces, conference halls, and a hardware laboratory. As one of the few self-financing local government-owned incubators in Croatia, it has participated in European Union projects valued at over 32 million euros.

Local officials, including Mayor Ivan Radić, highlighted the incubator's role in regional economic development and job creation. The facility provides various support levels, including programs for startups, established companies, and project development, alongside professional consulting and mentorship.