EUIPO Says Only 13% Of Firms Use IP For Financing In EU

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

April 15, 2026

Overview Of The Report

The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) published a report on intellectual property-backed financing in Europe. The analysis examines how intellectual property is used as a financial asset by companies. Findings show that intellectual property remains underutilized in securing financing despite its role in innovation.

Challenges In Commercializing Intellectual Assets

Trademarks, patents, and designs form a significant share of company value in innovation-driven sectors. Limited awareness among businesses and a lack of expertise among financial institutions constrain the use of these assets. Fragmented capital markets, regulatory differences, and structural barriers further limit the use of intellectual property as collateral.

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Economic And Policy Implications

Intellectual property-intensive sectors account for 48% of EU GDP and 31% of total employment. Despite this, only 13% of companies with intellectual property have used it to access financing. João Negrão, Executive Director of EUIPO, said intellectual property connects innovation to market activity and requires stronger financial frameworks. Nathalie Berger, Director at the European Commission, noted that limited use of intangible assets contributes to a widening financing gap.

Unlocking A Multibillion-Euro Opportunity

EUIPO estimates intellectual property-backed financing could mobilize between €30 billion and €120 billion annually. Over ten years, this could reach up to €580 billion. Such funding could increase EU GDP by up to 4.2%, based on the report’s projections.

Future Steps For A Competitive Financial Ecosystem

The report calls for stronger integration between intellectual property management and financing systems. Policy initiatives, including the competitiveness compass and future EU funding frameworks, are expected to support this process. Improved valuation methods and coordination between stakeholders are identified as key factors for expanding access to financing.

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Cyprus Expects More French Visitors In 2027 As Air Capacity Expands

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

September 18, 2026

Cyprus expects more French visitors in 2027 as airlines increase capacity between the two countries, Tourism Deputy Minister Kostas Koumis said after meetings with tour operators in Paris.

France, one of Cyprus’ key tourism markets, has had a difficult 2026. French arrivals fell 46% year over year to 8,453 in August, from 15,663 a year earlier, according to the Statistical Service of Cyprus (Cystat). August arrivals were also nearly 50% below the 16,798 recorded in the same month of 2024.

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Overall, Cyprus received 2.82 million tourist arrivals between January and August, down 7% from the same period in 2025.

Air Connectivity Supports 2027 Outlook

Koumis discussed the 2027 outlook with senior executives from tour operators offering Cyprus holidays during the IFTM Top Resa travel trade fair in Paris.

Higher air capacity between France and Cyprus was a key focus of the talks. Participants also discussed the impact of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East on the French market and Cyprus’ efforts to adapt its tourism offering to French travelers.

“The French market is undoubtedly an extremely important market for our country’s tourism,” Koumis said, adding that France had regained importance only a few years ago and still had room to grow.

Improved air connectivity will be an important factor in that expansion, according to Koumis. “It is now clear that air connectivity between France and Cyprus is improving significantly, which is a basic prerequisite for the further growth of the market,” he said.

Cyprus Promotes Tourism And Regional Cooperation

Koumis attended the opening of IFTM Top Resa at the invitation of French Tourism Minister Serge Papin, who later visited the Cyprus stand. Held from Sept. 15 to 17 at Paris Porte de Versailles, the event brought together more than 32,000 tourism professionals representing 177 destinations and 1,650 brands, according to organizers.

During his visit, Koumis also met Egyptian Tourism Minister Sherif Fathy. Cyprus and Egypt reaffirmed their tourism cooperation and discussed opportunities to strengthen ties further.

French media interviews covered Cyprus’ tourism offering, infrastructure and services, along with efforts to develop specialized tourism products. Regional instability weighed on arrivals in 2026, particularly during the spring, although the decline narrowed over the summer.

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