The first “Create and innovate” Entrepreneurs’ Fair took place on Friday 29th and Saturday 30th of November, 2013, at PROGT in Matoury. This event was organized by the Regional Agency for Development and Innovation, “Guyane Développement Innovation” which provides operational assistance for innovation projects and supports them in their economic development.

The objectives of the Fair were:

• To provide French Guiana project leaders and business leaders with new information on the creation and development of businesses in the French Guianese economy.
• To interest young people and raise awareness among the general public of the entrepreneurial dynamic of the territory
• To promote innovative projects and stimulate the spirit of innovation.

Carol Ostorero, Vice President of the Regional Council for Economic Development, gave a speech on the importance of innovation and research for the evolution of the French Guianese economy. She also mentioned the commitment made by the Region to develop a global innovation strategy to improve the industry for strengthening the competitiveness of SMEs in particular.

The show brought together 33 exhibitors from different sectors and a dozen innovative companies, including Solicaz, which presented its work of innovation in sustainable development in the region.