Working Group Leaders
Representatives of Brussels-based offices leading the work of ICT Working Group.
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The main objective of the ICT Work Group is to act as a platform to discuss and share information on ICTrelated initiatives and funding opportunities in relation to the European Commission’s policy priority “A Europe fit for the digital age”. Especially highlighting the regional dimension of the ICT-field, the WG aims to create opportunities for interregional cooperation in the field of ICT by linking with other areas and sectors such as smart cities, energy, transport, health or culture.
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Future Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
Health/ICT WG Meeting: AI in Healthcare
The digital transformation of health and care services is of central interest to many ERRIN members. The development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing at a faster pace than ever, also
ICT WG Site Visit: FARI Institute and CAVE
On 9 December, ERRIN's ICT Working Group invites its Brussels-based representatives to a guided site visit at the FARI – AI for the Common Good Institute, jointly initiated by ULB and VUB in
Previous Related ERRIN Working Group Meetings
ICT Working Group Meeting: The Quantum Act and what it means for the Regions
Quantum technologies are moving rapidly from fundamental research into early-stage deployment, with significant implications for Europe’s technological sovereignty, industrial competitiveness and
Transport and Smart Cities Working Groups Meeting: AI and mobility – interoperable data and smart e-mobility
On 21 October from 10:00 to 12:00, the ERRIN Transport and Smart Cities Working Groups will organise a meeting to explore how artificial intelligence and interoperable data infrastructures can
ICT WG Meeting: Digitalisation in industry - The future of Manufacturing in the Regions
Digitalisation is reshaping the future of the European industry and plays a crucial role in strengthening the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of regional manufacturing ecosystems. As
WG Related Events
Save the date: ERRIN turns 25
ERRIN turns 25 and we will celebrate the occasion at the Autumn General Meeting on 10 December in Brussels. Share your memories, photos and reflections and help us tell the story of the network!
ICT WG Site Visit: FARI Institute and CAVE
ERRIN's ICT Working Group is organising an exclusive site visit to the FARI Institute's Computer Augmented Virtual Environment (CAVE) in Brussels on 9 December, from 14:00 to 16:30. Participation is limited to a maximum of 40 representatives.
WIRE 2026: Future Regions: The Role of Sustainable Innovation in European Competitiveness
Hosted during Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union and co-funded by the European Commission through Horizon Europe, WIRE 2026 – the Week of Innovative Regions in Europe – will take place on 2–3 December 2026 at the Millennium Theatre, Technological University of the Shannon (TUS), Limerick, Ireland.
ENDR 2026 Conference: From Lab to Field: Deep Tech Dual-Use Innovation for Defence
Save the date for the upcoming ENDR-European Network of Defence Related Regions conference, taking place in Eindhoven (NL) on 25 and 26 November. How do we translate high-tech and deep-tech enabling technologies into concrete defence capabilities for Europe's future security? What does it take to move innovations from lab to field? These highly relevant questions, which are in the middle of current policy debates, will be at the core of conference proceedings. Tackled topical themes include integrated photonics, wireless optical communication, autonomous…
Save the date: European Research & Innovation Days 2026
The European Commission’s flagship research and innovation event, the European Research & Innovation Days 2026, will take place on 10 and 11 November 2026 in Brussels and online.
Mobilising territorial defence and security ecosystems
ERRIN’s Management Board Task Force on security and defence is organising a meeting with a focus on showcasing existing regional support programmes and schemes on defence and security ecosystems as well as exploring further the role that territories play in the EU security and defence landscape. This is part of the overall strategy aiming to integrate security and defence as an emerging theme in ERRIN’s structure.
WG Documents
Mapping regional and local needs to inform the future European Competitiveness Fund (ECF)
The draft paper on "Mapping regional and local needs to inform the future European Competitiveness Fund (ECF)" complements ERRIN's previously submitted input papers and proposed amendments to the European Commission's proposal on the ECF.
ERRIN’s 10 key messages towards the next Multiannual Financial Framework
At this pivotal time for Europe, with the Commission's proposals for the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP10) getting closer, European Regions Research and Innovation Network (ERRIN) is pleased to provide inputs on how the EU can create the right conditions for R&I to thrive for a competitive Europe post-2027. Drawing our comprehensive paper series 'Towards the 10th Framework Programme', with insights gathered from the 120 regional ecosystems that ERRIN brings together, ERRIN has put together 10 key messages on the…
ERRIN Year in review 2022
The ERRIN Year in review 2022 is out! Read the report to see the numerous activities ERRIN and its members have been involved in throughout the year.
European Digital Innovation Hubs in Digital Europe Programme
The draft working document for European Digital Hubs in the Digital Europe Programme.
WG Related Content
Lodz University of Technology is looking for partners for the HORIZON-HLTH-2027-02-TOOL-01-two-stage call
The Lodz University of Technology is looking for partners for the Horizon Europe Call 'Development of predictive biomarkers of disease progression and treatment response by using AI methodologies for chronic non-communicable diseases'. The aim of the project is to further develop an IT-based methodology supporting the diagnostic assessment of pathological skin lesions using the concept of Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI).
AI and mobility: Building interoperable and smart mobility ecosystems across Europe
The ERRIN Transport and Smart Cities Working Groups brought together representatives of the European Commission, POLIS, technology providers and regional stakeholders to explore how interoperable data infrastructures and artificial intelligence can support smarter and more sustainable mobility. The discussion highlighted the need to connect European initiatives with regional needs, shared digital capabilities and practical deployment experiences.
Strong regions, strong Europe: ERRIN at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2026
ERRIN spent the European Week of Regions and Cities moderating sessions, following debates and meeting more than a dozen member delegations. Here is a selection of the moments closest to our priorities, from the EU Missions and the next MFF to talent, culture and competitiveness.
ERRIN responds to the public consultation on the future of European Partnerships under FP10
On 16 October, ERRIN submitted its contribution to the European Commission’s public consultation on the future of European Partnerships under the future Horizon Europe (FP10). ERRIN calls for a more inclusive, transparent and territorially grounded framework that strengthens Europe’s innovation ecosystems and maximises the impact of EU R&I investments.
Danish university of applied sciences seeks partners for Horizon Europe project on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) for healthcare
A Danish university of applied sciences seeks consortium partners and a coordinator for the Horizon Europe call HORIZON-HLTH-2027-03-TOOL-08: Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) for Healthcare. The organisation offers expertise in digital health literacy, implementation science, co-creation and stakeholder engagement, and seeks partners developing frontier AI solutions for healthcare supported by strong clinical, ethical and societal perspectives.
Partner search – Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) calls 2026 Strand 2a.
Biotech Santé Bretagne innovation cluster is looking for Tech driven SMEs (digital health or AI-enabled healthcare solutions) based in Less developed regions to join a consortium for an Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) project. The project aims sustaining Interregional gateways for scaling digital and welfare technology for the independent living of EU’s ageing population. The objective of the partnership is to develop a collaborative European innovation project via Innovation/Research Cooperation Agreements. (EEN type of partner search to confirm with them).
Latest Updates
- By Kyle Galea
Open Call: Regions interested in the Cloud and AI Development Act (CADA)
The ERRIN ICT Working Group is seeking regions interested in the Cloud and AI Development Act (CADA). Due to its strong regional and municipal impact combined with the ongoing work of other ERRIN network members, interested regions are invited to contribute to an ERRIN joint position on the CADA.
- By Anonymous
Lodz University of Technology is looking for partners for the HORIZON-HLTH-2027-02-TOOL-01-two-stage call
The Lodz University of Technology is looking for partners for the Horizon Europe Call 'Development of predictive biomarkers of disease progression and treatment response by using AI methodologies for chronic non-communicable diseases'. The aim of the project is to further develop an IT-based methodology supporting the diagnostic assessment of pathological skin lesions using the concept of Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HCAI).
- By Gaia Ialisa Marotta
AI and mobility: Building interoperable and smart mobility ecosystems across Europe
The ERRIN Transport and Smart Cities Working Groups brought together representatives of the European Commission, POLIS, technology providers and regional stakeholders to explore how interoperable data infrastructures and artificial intelligence can support smarter and more sustainable mobility. The discussion highlighted the need to connect European initiatives with regional needs, shared digital capabilities and practical deployment experiences.
- By Martina Campajola
Strong regions, strong Europe: ERRIN at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2026
ERRIN spent the European Week of Regions and Cities moderating sessions, following debates and meeting more than a dozen member delegations. Here is a selection of the moments closest to our priorities, from the EU Missions and the next MFF to talent, culture and competitiveness.
- By Silvia Ghiretti
ERRIN responds to the public consultation on the future of European Partnerships under FP10
On 16 October, ERRIN submitted its contribution to the European Commission’s public consultation on the future of European Partnerships under the future Horizon Europe (FP10). ERRIN calls for a more inclusive, transparent and territorially grounded framework that strengthens Europe’s innovation ecosystems and maximises the impact of EU R&I investments.
- By Josephine Tybjerg Sørensen
Danish university of applied sciences seeks partners for Horizon Europe project on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) for healthcare
A Danish university of applied sciences seeks consortium partners and a coordinator for the Horizon Europe call HORIZON-HLTH-2027-03-TOOL-08: Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) for Healthcare. The organisation offers expertise in digital health literacy, implementation science, co-creation and stakeholder engagement, and seeks partners developing frontier AI solutions for healthcare supported by strong clinical, ethical and societal perspectives.