Slovak Investment Holding at Spring ITAPA 2025
Bratislava, June 3, 2025 – Slovak Investment Holding (SIH) once again actively participated in the Spring ITAPA 2025 conference, one of the leading forums focused on digital transformation, innovation, effective public administration, and the future of Slovakia. Central topics of the discussions included support for business competitiveness and growth, strategic investments, public sector digitalisation, and linking public and private resources in the financing of development projects.
As part of the expert programme, a panel titled "Where Are SIH Investments Headed – Financial Instruments in the Current Period" was held, focusing on the practical use of repayable financial instruments within the Slovak economy. The discussion addressed key issues such as the efficient use of public funds, complementarity with traditional grant schemes, and the importance of cooperation between the public and commercial sectors in supporting sustainable growth, SME competitiveness, and innovation.
The panel featured expert insights and experience shared by:
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Edmund Škorvaga, Director of the Department for Operational Programmes Management and Methodology, Ministry of Economy of the Slovak Republic
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Andrej Viceník, Executive Director of Corporate Banking and Member of the Management Board, VÚB Bank
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Peter Dittrich, Chief Investment Officer and Vice-Chairman of the Board, Slovak Investment Holding
The panel was moderated by Marián Koreň, analyst and editor at Euractiv Slovakia.
The discussion highlighted that repayable financial instruments – such as loans, guarantees, or equity investments – play an essential role in supporting development projects, especially where traditional forms of support fall short. In this context, Slovak Investment Holding continues to position itself as a key partner to the public sector, financial institutions, and the business community.
We thank the organisers for the professional preparation of the event and extend our appreciation to all partners and participants for the inspiring discussions and sharing of valuable insights.
