Press release – Sion, March 21, 2024 – This week, the SpArk cluster for innovation in sport and performance launches its call for solutions: SpArk LAB. For this first edition, project promoters will be able to come and test their innovation during the mythical five 4000 race. Applications are due by May 31, 2024. Get involved!
SpArk LAB is a call for solutions that enables project promoters to test their solution or concept in real-life conditions, and sports event organizations to become veritable open-air innovation laboratories.
From logistical support to an application to personalize athlete training, we’re looking forward to your innovations, both for the participants and for the sporting event!
A legendary race to kick off the first edition!
Undoubtedly one of the most famous trail races in the world, Sierre-Zinal inaugurates the first edition of the SpArk LAB call for solutions and opens the doors of its event to project promoters.
With its 31km course, 2,200m ascent and 1,100m descent, in the heart of the Valais Alps, it is considered to be the “New York marathon” of mountain races.
Who is the SpArk LAB for?
The SpArk LAB is open to any individual, team or company – from Switzerland or abroad – wishing to submit, challenge, test, validate and develop an innovative solution or concept in sport and performance.
A unique platform to boost your innovation
The SpArk LAB call for solutions offers project developers :
- privileged access to the event to organize user tests
- Access to a large community of testers represented by race participants, enabling accelerated feedback.
- Customized support with personalized coaching and targeted networking
- Access to a qualified network offering opportunities for collaboration
- Increased visibility, with your solution highlighted on social networks and at the event.
Applications are due by May 31.
Participate now by submitting your application on our SpArk LAB call for solutions webpage: www.spark-valais.ch/sparklab .
