SEZ Technopolis Moscow and the SME Corporation have signed a cooperation agreement

The "Technopolis Moscow" Special Economic Zone (SEZ) and the Small and Medium Business Corporation (SME Corporation) have entered into a cooperation agreement. The signing took place during the 2nd Moscow Investment and Industrial Forum. According to Gennady Degtev, CEO of SEZ "Technopolis Moscow," this partnership will provide innovative companies with new federal support opportunities and tools for development.

"Today, SEZ 'Technopolis Moscow' serves as a flagship for the capital's industrial sector. It hosts over 250 enterprises that manufacture microelectronics, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, laser equipment, and other high-tech products. The agreement with the SME Corporation is a strategic move for these innovative companies; it opens up access to additional federal support measures, preferential financing, and procurement opportunities from large-scale businesses," said Gennady Degtev.

The parties have agreed to support the investment projects of both current and prospective residents, as well as to foster a favorable environment for business development. The agreement also encompasses the provision of informational, consultative, and organizational support to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

"The SME Corporation implements a range of targeted programs designed to help entrepreneurs scale their high-tech businesses, even in an environment where market-rate financing is costly. These include 'umbrella' guarantees, preferential leasing, a program to incentivize lending for working capital and investment needs, and subsidized loan programs specifically for small technology companies and SME manufacturers of machine tools and robotics. Since the beginning of this year, these initiatives have enabled small and medium-sized enterprises in the manufacturing sector to secure over 87 billion rubles in funding." "Pooling resources with the Technopolis Moscow Special Economic Zone (SEZ) will enable us to establish a systematic, collaborative approach to supporting residents who are currently developing products and solutions to ensure the country’s technological sovereignty," noted Alexander Isayevich, CEO of the SME Corporation.

With the support of the SME Corporation, residents of the Technopolis Moscow SEZ are carrying out various investment projects, including the production of the first Russian bionic elbow prosthesis, the development of research and manufacturing initiatives for treating severe chronic and socially significant diseases, and the expansion of production for adaptive clothing and footwear designed for people with diabetes.

In 2026, the Technopolis Moscow Special Economic Zone marks its 20th anniversary. Over the past two decades, the project has evolved from a launchpad for innovative ventures into a key hub for domestic industry and a magnet for companies that are shaping Russia’s technological sovereignty. Today, the Technopolis Moscow SEZ spans 10 sites covering a total area of ​​430 hectares, hosting more than 250 high-tech enterprises across strategic sectors such as microelectronics, instrumentation, biomedicine, IT, and robotics. The development of the special economic zone is overseen by the Moscow Department of Investment and Industrial Policy.

Sergey Sobyanin has designated October 2026 as "Moscow Industry Month." The program includes over 25 events tailored for businesses, students, young professionals, city residents, and tourists. The capital is hosting the Moscow Investment and Industrial Forum, and for the first time, the city is also holding the International Forum of Special Economic Zones, welcoming partners from BRICS, the EAEU, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The Moscow Investment and Industrial Forum serves as a platform for dialogue among representatives of city and federal authorities, investors, and industrial leaders. This is the second time the event has been held in the capital; the inaugural forum took place in 2025. Discussions at the forum cover investment policy, support measures for enterprises, technological development, and workforce training. The event is organized by the Moscow Government and the city’s Department of Investment and Industrial Policy.