LA SEYNE-SUR-MER: Entrepreneurship – A bus to support business creators from

A mobile bus is coming to La Seyne-sur-Mer on May 27 to advise and guide entrepreneurs from priority neighborhoods. The entrepreneurship bus, a national scheme to support business creation, is preparing to make a notable stop in La Seyne-sur-Mer. The first in a series of drop-in sessions will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., in front of the Espace culturel Tisot, located on Avenue Bartolini, in the heart of the Berthe neighborhood. This initiative aims to reach out to talent and entrepreneurial ambitions directly in their area, providing concrete and accessible support.

A mobile one-stop shop for project holders

Much more than just an information point, this bus acts as a real mobile one-stop shop, specifically intended for project holders and entrepreneurs from the Quartiers prioritaires de la politique de la ville (QPV). The objective of this proactive approach is to lift barriers—whether psychological, administrative, or financial—that can sometimes hinder the realization of a business idea. On board the vehicle, a dedicated team provides personalized advice, offers key information on the different stages of business creation, and guides people towards suitable financing solutions. The scheme is also designed to foster exchanges and networking, allowing business creators to meet, share their experiences, and build strong professional connections at the local level.

A national initiative implemented locally

This operation is part of the national program "Entrepreneuriat Quartiers 2030", an ambitious initiative supported by Bpifrance. This program aims to stimulate economic dynamics and unleash the potential for business creation within priority neighborhoods across the country. Funding is provided jointly by the State and the Caisse des Dépôts via the Banque des Territoires. At the local level, the project benefits from the active support of the Métropole Toulon Provence Méditerranée (TPM) and the Ville de La Seyne-sur-Mer, illustrating close collaboration between national and local public actors to encourage economic growth. Local partners, such as Initiative Var, also play an essential role in deploying and running the scheme on the ground.

A schedule of appointments until November

The first session is therefore scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To ensure regular follow-up and long-term support, the entrepreneurship bus will return to the same location, the forecourt of Espace Tisot, several times throughout the year. Entrepreneurs and future entrepreneurs can already note the upcoming dates in their diaries: Wednesdays June 17, July 22, September 9 and 16, October 14, and November 18, 2026, always at the same times. This entirely free service is open to everyone. For any questions or to prepare for your visit, a contact is available: the teams can be reached by email at m.fickinger@initiative-var.fr or by phone at 07 68 69 44 21.