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CORE Group is a fast-growing SME, founded in 2016, focusing on delivering Industry 4.0 technological solutions. CORE Group’s services include the harnessing of data to provide tailor-made machine learning algorithms for Predictive Maintenance and Smart Energy Management in various industrial applications, such as Industry 4.0 & Manufacturing, Process & Mining, Energy, Critical Infrastructure and Equipment.

AIMEN Technology Centre, with more than 50 years of history, is currently a national and European benchmark in research, development and technological innovation in the areas of advanced manufacturing and laser manufacturing, digital technologies for manufacturing, smart materials, smart systems and recycling; as well as in the provision of differentiating technological services to the industry in the areas of manufacturing with advanced joining technologies, robotics and process digitization, a flexible cross-engineering service highly specialised in welding, corrosion, equipment calculation, product simulation and material tests.

The French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) is a public body established in October 1945. As a leader in research, development and innovation, CEA is active in four main areas: low-carbon energies, defense and security, information technologies and health technologies. In each one of these fields, CEA maintains a cross-disciplinary culture of engineers and researchers, building on the synergies between fundamental and technological research. The Laboratory of Innovation for New Energy Technology and Nanomaterials (LITEN) is one of CEA's Division involved in the DaCApo project. CEA-LITEN carries out technological research studies via national and European financial support, and on behalf of industrial partners from a wide range of market segments: energy, land transportation, aerospace, construction, civil engineering, environmental, and IT industries, amongst others.

VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd is a state owned and controlled non-profit limited liability company established by law and operating under the ownership steering of the Finnish Ministry of Employment and the Economy. VTT is a research and technology organization (RTO) whose activities are focused on three areas: Carbon neutral solutions, Sustainable products and materials, and Digital technologies. VTT is impact-driven and takes advantage from its wide multitechnological knowledge base to strengthen Finnish and European industrial competitiveness. VTT can combine different technologies, produce information, upgrade technology knowledge, and create business intelligence and value added for its stakeholders. VTT has a staff of 2130, net turnover in 2021 was 154 M€ and other operational incomes were 99 M€. Over the years, VTT has gained vast experience from the participation and coordination of numerous European projects including both Framework Programme and Horizon Europe projects as well as other thematic frameworks and programmes. VTT is ranked among the leading European RTOs.

The Politecnico di Milano is one of the best scientific-technological universities in the world according to the prestigious QS World University Rankings, classified 1st in Italy and 156th worldwide (Ranking 2018-2019). Moreover, it is ranked among the top 20 universities in all the three areas of specialization: Engineering, Architecture and Design. Founded in 1863 it is the oldest of Milan’s universities and Italy’s largest school of Architecture, Design and Engineering with three main centres in Milan and five Campuses in Lecco, Cremona, Mantua and Piacenza and one in China, in Shanghai.

The Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems and Automation (LMS) is focused on research and development in cutting edge scientific and technological fields. LMS is involved in a number of research projects funded by the CEU and European industrial partners. Particular emphasis is given to the co-operation with the European industry as well as with a number of “hi-tech” firms.

TNO is an independent public research organisation. Employing over 3,500 specialists, we work together with entrepreneurs, scientists, policymakers, citizens and society as a whole to create a safe, healthy, sustainable and digitally connected society. We believe social, ecological and economic value go hand in hand. Technological innovation can bring health and happiness to people and the planet. This is what drives us every day.

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia UNIMORE (1176) is the third oldest University in the world and has always been ranked among the top Italian universities for the quality of teaching and research. UNIMORE’s XiLab (X-in-the-Loop Simulation Laboratory) provides leading excellence in Digital simulation, Robotics, Ergonomics and Human Factors. XiLab combines expertise and technologies for human-centric simulations and user-driven design approaches to design and develop novel systems, from machines to interface.

Engineering Group is a leading digital transformation company in Italy and with a global footprint of around 12,000 associates and over 60 offices. The Engineering Group, consisting of over 20 companies in 12 countries, has been supporting the continuous evolution of companies and organizations for more than 40 years, thanks to a deep understanding of business processes in all market segments, fully leveraging the opportunities offered by advanced digital technologies and proprietary solutions. It integrates best-of-breed market solutions, managed services, and continues to expand its expertise through M&As and partnerships with leading technology players. The Group strongly invests both in innovation, through its R&I division, and in human capital, with the internal IT & Management Academy. Engineering is a key player in the creation of digital ecosystems that bridge the gap between different markets, while developing composable solutions that ultimately foster a continuous Business transformation.

PACE Aerospace & IT, founded in 1995, has built a reputation for developing trail-blazing software products, which took us from a university spin-off to an international market player and partner of choice for leading aerospace and aviation companies. As part of TXT Group, the company focuses on high-quality niches such as preliminary design and evaluation, product configuration, flight operations and extended reality.

With over 40 years’ experience Pesmel delivers solutions that integrate and streamline material flows and logistics of manufacturing facilities. We focus on serving the pulp and paper, metals and automobile tire industries globally. Being a specialist in innovative material flow solutions, we work with industrial customers to rethink and renew their logistic chain. At the heart of our offering is the unique Material Flow How® concept which covers the needs from smart design, engineering and manufacturing to lifecycle services and maintenance. The concept integrates intelligent packaging along with an automated high bay storage and logistics, being always custom-built to meet the customers’ specific needs and requirements. We do our utmost in bringing our customers benefits and value that materialize through improved space efficiency and material flows between processes and shipping, work safety, enhanced loading and shortened turnaround times, as well as quality and accuracy of deliveries.

GKN Aerospace Sweden AB belongs to the global GKN Aerospace group. GKN Aerospace is a leading tier 1 supplier and partner for civil aircraft, military aircraft and in space propulsion. GKN Aerospace Sweden, located in Trollhättan has ~2000 employees. We are focused on design, development, manufacturing and repair a number of complex aeroengine parts for more than 90% of all large civil aircraft engines. We hare type certificate holder of the RM12 engine for the Swedish Gripen fighter aircraft and we develop and manufacture subsystems for the Ariane rocker engines. Our focus is on light weight technologies in combination with advanced manufacturing technologies, such as lase welded assemblies and additive manufacturing.

Fairphone uncovers complex systems to change how things are made. By creating a smartphone, we’re opening up the supply chain, building new relationships between people and their products and starting conversations about what is truly fair. We’re leading by example to expand the market for products that put ethical values first. It’s not just a phone, it’s a movement.

The International Data Spaces Association (IDSA) is on a mission to create the future of the global, digital economy. Its 130+ member companies and institutions have created the International Data Spaces (IDS) standard: a secure system of sovereign and trusted data sharing in which all participants can realize the full value of their data. IDS enables new smart services and innovative business processes to work across companies and industries, while ensuring that the control of data remains in the hands of data providers. We call this data sovereignty.

The University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI) offers more than 30 Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, including cutting-edge teaching that combines theoretical-scientific education and professional training. Research activities range between ad-hoc interactions with single companies and institutions up to explorative research projects funded by national and international institutions on key prospective areas. The Sustainable Production Systems (SPS) Lab, part of the Department of Innovative Technologies, is involved in the DaCapo project and focuses on supporting sustainability-driven innovation in manufacturing companies. SPS involves 42 employees and combines education and research activities in several national and European research projects, with an average research investment of 2M CHF per year. Since sustainability is a key element for manufacturing, both in terms of strategic challenge and as a trigger of new business opportunities, SPS has focused a significant share of its effort in supporting sustainability-driven innovation in manufacturing companies, starting from the development of sustainability-aware strategies, down to sustainability performance computation and analysis, and the identification of relevant manufacturing technologies for sustainable processes and products.

TXT Group is an international IT end-to-end provider of consultancy, software services and solutions, supporting the digital transformation of customers’ products and core processes. With a proprietary software portfolio and deep expertise in vertical domains, TXT Group operates across different markets, with a growing footprint in Aerospace, Aviation, Defense, Industrial, Government and Fintech. TXT Group is headquartered in Milan and has subsidiaries in Italy, Germany, the UK, France, Switzerland and US. The holding company TXT e-Solutions S.p.A, has been listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, STAR segment (TXT.MI), since July 2000.

CORE Innovation Centre (CORE IC for short) is a non-profit research organisation, a subsidiary of CORE Group, dedicated to fostering an innovative industrial ecosystem. CORE IC aims to provide individuals, industries and companies with opportunities to reach their true potential, to make industries smarter and greener, more sustainable and more socially inclusive.

Industry 4.0 is where CORE IC chooses to focus its research and innovation efforts, deploying advances in a range of technologies i.e. IoT, big data, machine and deep learning, edge and cloud computing to maximise the potential of both people and entities in multiple sectors.