Our Partners

Cutting-edge initiative focused on developing AI-driven collaborative robotic systems

LMS

LMS is a leading European laboratory in collaborative robotics, with a strong background on industrial and collaborative robots, HRI, task planning for autonomous HRC, development of Service Oriented Architectures at the shop floor etc. LMS has great experience in participating and coordinating EU-funded projects (project manager in X-act and ROBO-PARTNER, project coordinator of THOMAS and SHERLOCK). LMS is the coordinator of CONVERGING, leading managerial activities as well as the developments related to reconfiguration and AI based autonomy, social industrial environment, and smart human-machine

TNO

TNO, as an independent and pioneering applied science and technology organisation, is the innovation engine of The Netherlands. Our mission is to create impactful innovations for the sustainable wellbeing and prosperity of society. We innovate, investigate, and orchestrate, collaborating closely with governments, universities and the private sector. By building national and international consortia and ecosystems, we drive technological and methodological breakthroughs that help to realise a secure, sustainable, healthy, and digital society. 

TECNALIA

TECNALIA is the largest centre of applied research and technological development in Spain, a benchmark in Europe and a member of the Basque Research and Technology Alliance. We collaborate with companies and institutions to improve their competitiveness, people's quality of life and achieve sustainable growth. We do it thanks to a team of more than 1,500 people (44% women – 56% men) who are passionate about technology and committed to building a better society. Our main scopes of action are: smart manufacturing, digital transformation, energy transition, sustainable mobility, health and food, urban ecosystem and circular economy. Our mission is to transform technological research into prosperity; TECNALIA's research has a real impact on society and generates benefits in the form of quality of life and progress. And we work with the purpose of building a better world through technological research and innovation. 

FLANDERS MAKE

Flanders Make is the strategic research centre for the manufacturing industry. From our sites all over Flanders, we stimulate open innovation through excellent research. In addition, companies can work together with us in a custom innovation trajectory. Finally, we also offer an extensive range of testing and validation infrastructure for your products or production. Our goal is to contribute to the technological development of the vehicles, machines and factories of the future. Flanders Make has been an active contributor to EU R&D projects since FP7 with a total grant amount of almost 100M EUR and currently has more than 70 running EU projects. 

 

COMAU SPA

COMAU is a worldwide leader in manufacturing flexible, automatic systems and integrating products, processes and services. Headquartered in Turin, Italy, with an international network that spans 17 countries that employ more than 4,000 employees, Comau uses the latest technology and processes to deliver advanced turnkey systems that consistently exceed the expectations of its customers. Comau specializes in body joining & assembly, powertrain machining & assembly, robotics, and maintenance, as well as advanced production systems and environmental services for a wide range of industrial sectors. In particular, the unit of Robotics and Automation Products is mainly focused on the development and commercialization of robotics solutions and products for a very wide range of applications and processes. The product portfolio includes a large family of anthropomorphic robots, AGV, robots and exoskeletons.

INTRA

Netcompany-Intrasoft is a leading European IT Solutions and Services Group with strong international presence and expertise, offering innovative and added-value solutions of the highest quality to a wide range of international and national public and private organizations. The Company’s Head Offices are located in Luxembourg (2b rue Nicolas Bové, L-1253 Luxembourg). Netcompany-Intrasoft employs more than 3,200 highly skilled professionals, representing over 50 different nationalities and mastering more than 30 languages. With headquarters in Luxembourg, Netcompany-Intrasoft operates through its operational branches, subsidiaries and offices in 10 countries: Belgium, Cyprus, Greece, Jordan, Luxembourg, Romania, RSA, Scandinavia, UAE and USA. More than 500 organizations in over 70 countries worldwide (Institutions and Agencies of the European Union, National Government Organizations, Public Agencies, Financial Institutions, Telecommunication Organizations, and Private Enterprises) have chosen the company’s services and solutions to fulfill their business needs. Netcompany-Intrasoft’s expertise and strength lie in its proven capacity and successful track record in undertaking and delivering, complex, mission – critical projects. Netcompany-Intrasoft’s professionals have developed the ability to combine their technical expertise with thorough understanding of each customer’s individual business needs. The company consists of a highly skilled, efficient and flexible human resources base, with an international culture.

Research & Innovation Development

Netcompany-Intrasoft is a company that understands research & innovation as key enabler for future growth and new business creation. Netcompany-Intrasoft has its own Research & Innovation Development (RID) Department that actively contributes to the development of innovative research prototypes.

TF-CC

TEACHING FACTORY COMPETENCE CENTER (TF CC) mission is to create added value for the services and products of manufacturing companies, through innovative technologies and research activities. TF CC is involved in a number of research projects funded by the industry as well as by the CEU. It has been established through the collaboration of universities and several large industrial companies and SMEs in Greece.

F6S

F6S is a global network that helps founders and startups grow.  It supports public and private entities in promoting and communicating research and innovation projects.  F6S connects startups with resources like grants, funding, investment, partnerships, and talent.  Their tools help solve social, economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges.  F6S collaborates with various organizations in the global startup ecosystem, including governments, corporations, investors, and universities. 

 

ACCIONA

Acciona specializes in developing regenerative infrastructure to promote people’s well-being and protect the planet. It offers comprehensive solutions in waste management, with expertise in recycling composite materials and manufacturing both recycled and non-recycled components, particularly for the construction and wind energy sectors. Present in over 40 countries, Acciona drives innovation and digital transformation to improve performance, productivity, and sustainability, contributing to a zero-emission world. 

MICHELIN

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and to a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composites, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies, and healthcare. As specialist in multi-life tires for over a century, Michelin has been innovating to improve the mobility of heavy vehicles by offering high-performance tires and services tailored to the needs of its customers. In 1923, Michelin introduced tire retreading, allowing the reuse of tire carcasses. An innovation that remains more than ever relevant today. 

VALEO

Valeo is an automotive Tier 1 supplying all automakers worldwide, enjoying technological and industrial leadership in electrification, driving assistance, interior experience and light. 2023 Sales were at € 22 B and headcount at 110 000, all over the world.  

Since 2022, Valeo has its “Circular Electronics Lab” in Nevers: in collaboration with car manufacturers and new mobility fleet operators, Valeo was able to launch a range of remanufactured electronics components, using much fewer natural resources compared to a new part.