INNOVATEā„¢ Curitiba

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INNOVATEā„¢ Curitiba

Curitiba, an example of innovation.

Curitiba – PR – Brazil – develops economically while increasing the quality of life of its citizens and generating efficiency in urban operations focusing on innovation and Smart City projects. To promote actions in this sense, the city, through the Curitiba Agency for Development and Innovation, created the Vale do PinhĆ£o program.

The program is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and involves municipal secretariats and the innovation ecosystem of Curitiba, which is composed of all actors whose objective is the development of innovation: universities, accelerators, incubators, investment funds, research and development centers, startups, cultural and creative movements. For Curitiba, participating in the Innovate Project is yet another clear demonstration of the city’s and state’s focus on innovation, said Dario PaixĆ£o, Head of the Curitiba Innovation Agency.

Through INNOVATEā„¢ Curitiba, we unpack the innovation ecosystem of this dynamic city and showcasing the people and organizations that are making Curitiba one of the most innovative hubs in South America and beyond.

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Featured Innovators

NEODENT

FOCUSED ON INNOVATION AND EDUCATION, NEODENT IS A REFERENCE IN DENTAL IMPLANTS IN BRAZIL

Celebrating 30-years of democratizing implants treatment in Brazil, the company advances in developing solutions to make oral health accessible to the population. ā€œIn the 1990s, over a third of the Brazilian population couldn’t even dream of properly taking care of their oral health, let alone consider dental implants,ā€ declares Geninho...

HONEY ISLAND CAPITAL

IN THE VIBRANT CITY OF CURITIBA, HONEY ISLAND CAPITAL EMERGES AS A PIVOTAL FORCE

HONEY ISLAND CAPITAL -IN THE VIBRANT CITY OF CURITIBA, HONEY ISLAND CAPITAL EMERGES AS A PIVOTAL FORCE IN SHAPING THE REGION’S STARTUP ECOSYSTEM. Established in 2015 by the co-founders of EBANX, a cross-border payments startup that achieved unicorn status with presence in more than 20 countries in less than a...

TECNOFIT

HELPING FITNESS BUSINESSES IMPROVE MANAGEMENT THROUGH TECHNOLOGY

Tecnofit, the leading software company in the health and fitness industry since 2017, distinguishes itself by offering cutting-edge solutions for managing gyms and other fitness businesses and professionals. Founded by Anderson Cichon, the current CTO, and fueled by the visionary outlook of Antonio Maganhotte Junior, the present CEO, the company...

HOTMILK

THE MAIN INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM IN THE SMARTEST CITY IN THE WORLD

Hotmilk is the innovation ecosystem of the Pontifical Catholic University of ParanĆ” (PUCPR), considered the most innovative university in the country. Regarded as the primary innovation ecosystem in ParanĆ” (and positioned among the largest in Brazil), Hotmilk operates on multiple fronts: accelerating over 100 resident startups, opening new business opportunities...

FORBIZ BUSINESS SOFTWARE

INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE

With a history spanning over three decades, Forbiz Business Software has consistently pioneered innovation and excellence in the business landscape. Strategically located in Curitiba, the company has established itself as the Diamond Distribution Channel for the esteemed Senior Sistemas, reaffirming its dedication to delivering solutions that not only enhance productivity...

IMUNOVA

EXPLORE THE MOST ADVANCED TECHNIQUES IN ANIMAL RESEARCH, ALONG WITH BIOTECHNOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS

IMUNOVA-EXPLORE THE MOST ADVANCED TECHNIQUES IN ANIMAL RESEARCH, ALONG WITH BIOTECHNOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS FOR PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND DIAGNOSTICS. Imunova: Pioneering Breakthroughs in Biotechnology for Animal Health Curitiba (Brazil)-based biotechnology firm, Imunova, is at the forefront of innovation in animal health, dedicated to testing and developing cutting edge products for the veterinary...

HORSCH

A COMPANY WITH INNOVATION IN ITS DNA

The world’s agriculture is becoming increasingly modern. For decades, there has been a visible technological revolution happening in the field, with farmers seeking machines that boost productivity while minimizing environmental impact, doing more with less in a responsible way. Since its foundation in 1984 in Germany, HORSCH has been dedicated...

BIMSTART TECHNOLOGICAL SERVICES

INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

ABOUT US:BIM START, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Curitiba-PR, aims to promote the use of new technologies in various engineering sectors. Equipped with state-of-the-art terrestrial scanning, aerial mapping, and georeferencing equipment, the company provides reality capture solutions based on the BIM methodology. Its specialized team digitizes and creates virtual...

CENTRALSERVER

PIONEERING CLOUD SOLUTIONS AT THE HEART OF CURITIBA

Founded in 2000 by visionary technologists Juliano SimƵes and Rui Suzuki, CentralServer has emerged as a trailblazer in the cloud computing landscape, firmly anchored in the vibrant city of Curitiba, Brazil. With an unwavering commitment to driving digital transformation, CentralServer has established itself as a hub of technological innovation, offering...

AUSLAND

PIONEERING INNOVATION IN THE HEART OF CURITIBA

In the bustling city of Curitiba, renowned for its innovation and forward-thinking ethos, Ausland Consultoria & Informatica has emerged as a trailblazer in the realm of ERP technology and consulting. With a rich history steeped in innovation and over 30-years of expertise, this dynamic firm has become synonymous with customer...

ETT(ESTEIO TECNOLGIA EM TRANSITO)

A SMART TRAFFIC WITH LIFE PRIORITY

ETT (Esteio Tecnologia em Trânsito) has focused on technological development since 2007, with the aim of protecting lives and providing solutions tailored to the needs of its customers. As part of the Esteio Group, headquartered in Curitiba, it currently has more than 400 employees, reaching markets such as Brazil, Argentina,...

LIDE PARANA

OUR BUSINESS IS TO GENERATE BUSINESS.

LIDE Parana – A group of business leaders – constantly seeks to drive the Parana market. The entity creates an ecosystem focused on business development based on the pillars of networking and content. Attracting leadership with a positive and proactive agenda, the group fosters free enterprise and consequently the economic...

PARANƁ STATE

SECRETARIAT FOR INNOVATION, MODERNIZATION AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF PARANƁ

According to the Connected Smart Cities 2023 ranking, ParanĆ” holds a prominent national position, with ten cities from the state, including Curitiba, among the top hundred in the overall ranking. Moreover, ParanĆ” is recognized as a leader in sustainability and innovation in Brazil, as indicated by the renowned Bright Cities...

SOLVIS

PIONEERING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE MEASUREMENT FROM ā€˜PSST’ TO TOUCHSCREEN

Solvis provides customized devices, kiosks, and a customer feedback and experience management platform. Solvis’ story has a unique start: In the late 90s, a customer voiced dissatisfaction with a toy shop in Curitiba. Initially dismissed as gossip, the complaint prompted the CEO of Solvis, Leonardo Vilas Boas Badotti, the former...

SMART CITIZEN’S

TECHNOLOGY ENGAGES COMMUNITIES FOR ENVIRONMENTAL CAUSES

With the AMA platform, this traditional logic is broken because residents of socially relevant areas start taking care of their territory. The local leader, who would already take care of the neighborhood, now has the opportunity for paid collaboration. The service is georeferenced and constantly evaluated by neighbors and the...

VONDER

TOOL IS VONDER!

With more than 25 years of history, VONDER is proud to offer the best, most complete and award-winning mix of tools, hardware, machinery and equipment for professional use on the market. There are more than 12 thousand items in line, covering segments such as civil construction, mechanics and automotive care,...

LEADS 2B

A SALES-FOCUSED TECH COMPANY

Founded by three experienced systems developers and sales professionals, the company was born with the goal to offer the market a platform with all the features that a marketing and sales department need to achieve its goals. During the previous experiences of its founders, an opportunity was noticed in providing...

ADAM ROBO

GLOBAL FIGHT AGAINST BLINDNESS

Every five seconds, according to the World Health Organization, a person loses their sight, and within every minute, a child joins those statistics. Adam Robo stands as a pioneering Health Tech startup in the realm of ophthalmology, dedicated to the global mission of preventing and combating blindness. This noble cause...

HUMAN ROBOTICS

SHAPING THE FUTURE WITH SMART ROBOTS

In the heart of Brazil’s technological innovation landscape stands Human Robotics, a company that has distinguished itself as a pioneer in the field of autonomous robotics. Founded by Olivier Smadja, in 2017, a French entrepreneur who has made Brazil his home for over 26 years, Human Robotics is a testament...

TIM

5G IN EVERY REGION OF CURITIBA

TIM was the first operator to offer 5G coverage in all 75 neighborhoods of the city of Curitiba. As of August 2022, more than 85% of the population is connected to this new technology. However, it is natural for the operator to be a protagonist, as it is the market...

FIOCRUZ PARANƁ

CARLOS CHAGAS INSTITUTE

Over a century ago, the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) was established to take care of the health of the Brazilian population. Over the years, the Foundation has become known for its unique blend of traditional and innovative approaches to healthcare. In Curitiba, the Carlos Chagas Institute, which is a branch...

ACCELERA HUB

IS MUCH MORE THAN A DYNAMIC AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT, IT IS A PLACE OF PROSPERITY.

The Accelera Hub innovation center was born from the vision of traditional entrepreneurs of the building sector in Curitiba – PalĆ”dio Group and Daher Technology a vision through which they grasped the opportunity to make a cultural change in their organizations out of innovation. This journey resulted in the bold...

SPRO

End-to-end solutions for agribusiness

It is well known that agribusiness is one of the sectors responsible for sustaining Brazil’s trade balance and feeding the world. Its importance ranges from small rural producers to the agro-industries, with a turnover of 640 billion dollars in 2023. A pioneer in the development of end-to-end technological solutions for...

TREE TOOLS

INNOVATIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE TOOLS

In 2001, Tree Tools built its headquarters in the Curitiba Software Park, an area dedicated to software production, and since then has been part of the Curitiba City Council’s Tecnoparque program. Curitiba is an innovative city and was chosen in Barcelona, Spain, as the Smartest City in the World in...

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The Publisher

Francisco Britto

Britto holds a degree in Advertising and Journalism and a postgraduate degree in Business Administration. He has over 40 years of experience in marketing and sales. He has worked in companies such as Grupo PĆ£o de Açúcar, DPZ, Young & Rubican, W / Brasil, among others, always in the areas of customer service and planning.  At Wunderman... click to read more

The Publisher

Francisco Britto

Britto holds a degree in Advertising and Journalism and a postgraduate degree in Business Administration. He has over 40 years of experience in marketing and sales. He has worked in companies such as Grupo PĆ£o de Açúcar, DPZ, Young & Rubican, W / Brasil, among others, always in the areas of customer service and planning.  At Wunderman... click to read more

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