Lithuania houses some of the best global engineering talent and we look forward to further growing our team in Europe’s secret tech powerhouse.
Innovation and R&D
From the world’s most powerful laser through to the extra-resistant glass in over 4.5 billion smartphones, Lithuanian innovation is impacting research and product development globally. Companies are currently assembling international-quality research teams here at highly competitive costs, and there is strong and committed governmental support for R&D.
Nurturing talent
Lithuania has been planting seeds which are now bearing fruit, thanks to its longstanding focus on developing talent. Its population has EU-leading higher education levels. And, as a small country with strong business-academy links, international investors are playing a key role in shaping courses in order to nurture exactly the talent they need. And going forward, the government is committed to further growing STEM education.
1st in CEE
for university-business collaboration in R&D
Ranked 2nd globally by Bloomberg for 'tertiary efficiency'
which includes enrolment in higher education and the number of graduates in key innovation sectors.
¼ of students in Lithuania
enrolled in innovation related studies – Science, Mathematics, Computing and Engineering-related fields.
The university system of Lithuania is world class, developing talented and innovative technical professionals that can easily compete in the global biotechnology field.
A dynamic, responsive business environment
Small and tight-knit, Lithuania’s innovation ecosystem is a real community where solutions are quick and networks are instant. And when it comes to assembling a tailoured team of researchers – like the one at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s World Excellence Center for Molecular Biology – your investment simply goes further.
- National Open Access Centre of Marine Sciences and Technologies
Competences
- Marine environment and marine technologies
- Centre for the Latest Pharmaceutical and Health Technologies
- National Open Access R&D Centre within Kaunas University of Technology
Competences
- Sustainable chemistry
- Biopharmacy
- Mechatronics and related electronics technologies
- Future energy
- Information and communication technologies
- Animal Health and Materials of Animal Origin
- Quality Open Access Centre within Kaunas University of Technology
- Open Access Joint Research Centre of Agriculture and Forestry
Competences
- Agrobiotechnology
- Bioenergy and forestry
- Food technology
- Safety and health
- Joint Life Science Centre
- Centre for Physical Science and Technology – “Naglis”
- Multi-Functional Laser Facility
- Civil Engineering Research Centre
Competences
- Laser and light technologies
- Material science and nanotechnologies
- Semiconductor physics and electronics
- Civil engineering
- Information Technology Open Access Centre
- Open Access Centre of Nature Reserch
- Joint Centre of Innovative Medicine
Competences
- Biotechnology
- Innovative medical technologies
- Molecular medicine and biopharmacy
- Ecosystems and sustainable development
- Informatics and communication technologies
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Marine Valley
- National Open Access Centre of Marine Sciences and Technologies
Competences
- Marine environment and marine technologies
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Santaka Valley
- Centre for the Latest Pharmaceutical and Health Technologies
- National Open Access R&D Centre within Kaunas University of Technology
Competences
- Sustainable chemistry
- Biopharmacy
- Mechatronics and related electronics technologies
- Future energy
- Information and communication technologies
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Nemunas Valley
- Animal Health and Materials of Animal Origin
- Quality Open Access Centre within Kaunas University of Technology
- Open Access Joint Research Centre of Agriculture and Forestry
Competences
- Agrobiotechnology
- Bioenergy and forestry
- Food technology
- Safety and health
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Sunrise Valley
- Joint Life Science Centre
- Centre for Physical Science and Technology – “Naglis”
- Multi-Functional Laser Facility
- Civil Engineering Research Centre
Competences
- Laser and light technologies
- Material science and nanotechnologies
- Semiconductor physics and electronics
- Civil engineering
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Santara valley
- Information Technology Open Access Centre
- Open Access Centre of Nature Reserch
- Joint Centre of Innovative Medicine
Competences
- Biotechnology
- Innovative medical technologies
- Molecular medicine and biopharmacy
- Ecosystems and sustainable development
- Informatics and communication technologies
Where future comes first
Lithuania combines large-scale commitment to innovation with small-scale, sector-specific tailoring. This enables it to support dynamic businesses with both generous support and an ability to adapt to niche needs. R&D expenses are fully deductible 3 times, while corporate tax can be reduced by up to 50%. And because nurturing talent is a top priority, 50% of employee training costs can be reimbursed.
Support for R&D and the tech sectors is a national priority. So much so that between 2006-2013 Lithuania spent 411 million EUR to develop its R&D infrastructure and science valleys. Another 679 million EUR will be put into further enhancement of R&D capacity over the period 2014-2020. (Source: National Audit Office of the Republic of Lithuania, 2017)
Lithuania is a genuinely business-friendly environment. The people are cooperative, communicative and always willing to help. It all makes the process of setting up so much easier.
See what else Lithuania has to offer
Talent
Lithuania’s greatest asset is its talent. Looking to outperform your targets? Our people will deliver, and then some.
Business environment
With faster processes, responsive decision-makers and less red tape, in Lithuania you’ll have more time to focus on what matters to you.
Quality and costs
Lithuania offers quality talent and business infrastructure at costs that will help your bottom line.
Infrastructure
Convenient location, strong logistics capacity and world-leading ICT infrastructure – Lithuania is ready for you.
Lifestyle
From the buzz of the city to the refreshing calm of the countryside, Lithuania gives you the lifestyle balance you deserve.
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If you have any questions or would like to arrange a meeting with one of our advisors, we are always ready to help