This report provides a comparative assessment of regional innovation performance across Europe. The 11th edition of the Regional Innovation Scoreboard (RIS) evaluates 239 regions in 22 EU Member States, plus Norway, Serbia, Switzerland, and the UK, with some countries included at the national level due to identical regional and national territories. It functions as a regional benchmark, presenting the Regional Innovation Index (RII), a composite indicator built on the same framework as the European Innovation Scoreboard (EIS) but adapted for regional data availability. The RIS aims to highlight disparities and strengths in research and innovation performance at the sub-national level.

The Regional Innovation Scoreboard is a key publication for understanding and comparing innovation performance at the regional level within the European context. Its consistent methodology, building on the European Innovation Scoreboard, allows for tracking trends and identifying best practices across different territories. The detailed regional breakdown provides valuable data for policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders interested in regional economic development and innovation strategies. This edition continues to serve as an authoritative benchmark for assessing the innovation landscape across the EU and associated countries.