Industrial Technologies

Europe’s dependence on external suppliers for critical raw materials, advanced components and key manufacturing technologies has become increasingly visible, exposing structural vulnerabilities in strategic value chains. In response, the EU aims to strengthen domestic capacities, diversify supply sources and reinforce Europe’s technological and industrial base. By fostering circular material cycles, reducing reliance on critical inputs and enabling breakthrough applications in semiconductors, batteries, aerospace, defence and clean technologies, we contribute to a more resilient, competitive and strategically autonomous European manufacturing ecosystem.

We support the development and deployment of advanced materials by bringing together research, industry and policy actors to accelerate innovation, scale-up and sustainable production across Europe.

Transport-related emissions account for an important share of the EU’s carbon footprint and need to be reduced to achieve climate neutrality by 2050. The EU aims at transforming its mobility standards towards a sustainable, safe and integrated transport landscape to to meet its climate targets while strengthening industrial leadership and societal well-being. This transition requires coordinated research and innovation in zero-emission vehicles, alternative fuels, advanced battery technologies, smart mobility solutions and digitalised infrastructure.

We bring together industry, research and public stakeholders to accelerate the uptake of smart and sustainable mobility. By structuring impactful projects and aligning innovation with European priorities, we enable efficient, accessible and climate-neutral transport systems that strengthen Europe’s competitiveness.

In the context of rising geopolitical tensions, increasing militarisation of space and growing global competition from major space powers, ensuring independent, secure and resilient European space capabilities has become a strategic priority for the EU. Space Technologies enable critical services essential for economic stability, environmental protection, security and technological sovereignty, including satellite navigation, earth observation and secure communications.

To strengthen the resilience of space infrastructure and enhance the competitiveness of the European space sector, we support the development of collaborative and future-oriented space initiatives that reinforce Europe’s technological leadership and strategic autonomy.

Cyber sovereignty and secure telecommunications are central to ensuring resilient and autonomous control over Europe’s digital infrastructure, data flows and communication networks. In an era marked by hybrid threats, cyberattacks, geopolitical competition and a war at our boarders, safeguarding Europe’s digital backbone has become essential not only for economic stability and democratic integrity, but also for national and collective security. Many emerging technologies are inherently or potentially dual use, with applications spanning both civilian and defence domains. This growing convergence underscores the need to systematically consider dual-use implications in future research and innovation efforts, regardless of the specific technology area.

We support the development of secure and future-proof digital infrastructures by shaping collaborative research and innovation initiatives that address cybersecurity, resilient communication systems and critical digital technologies, reducing strategic dependencies and reinforcing Europe’s technological sovereignty in both civilian and defence contexts.