YEREVAN — On February 24, TUMO Yerevan hosted a presentation of the EU TUMO Convergence Center for Engineering and Applied Science, reflecting on the achievements to date, and marking the start of construction of the project.
This €42.5-million initiative is funded by TUMO, with a €12.5-million grant from the European Union as part of the EU4Innovation program established between the Republic of Armenia and the European Union.
Building the Next Generation of Armenian Innovators
The project forms a key component of the Government of Armenia’s ambitious reforms to transform and advance technological education. The Center, whose architectural design was developed by the world-renowned Dutch company MVRDV, will serve as a unique tech hub in Yerevan, fostering innovation and bridging academia and industry. It will also host TUMO Labs, a free educational platform for everyone over 18 years of age.
Diverse Stakeholders
In attendance were a host of dignitaries, including Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan; Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports Zhanna Andreasyan; Minister of High-Tech Industry Mkhitar Hayrapetyan; Mayor of Yerevan Tigran Avinyan; EU Ambassador to Armenia Vassilis Maragos; and the ambassadors of EU countries in Armenia, along with representatives of the education and technology sectors.
An Investment in Armenia’s Future
Addressing the guests, TUMO CEO Marie Lou Papazian emphasized the unprecedented nature and far-reaching significance of the project: “This presentation not only marks the official start of the building’s construction, but also reflects our collective belief, and our optimism regarding Armenia’s future — a country that will stand out as a hub of scientific and technological excellence on the world map.”
