20th edition of EMAF

The future of innovation lies in collaboration, where diverse stakeholders unite to tackle industrial challenges and accelerate change. This will be the focus of EIT Manufacturing at ‘Fórum PRODUTECH 2025’ during EMAF, Portugal’s largest industrial event.

In collaboration with its network partner Produtech—Production Technologies Cluster based in Porto—EIT Manufacturing will participate in a roundtable discussion aimed at advancing the dialogue on open innovation within the Portuguese industrial context.

Titled ‘From Digital Innovation to Industry Impact: The Synergy of Open Innovation and Collaborative Efforts’ and taking place at 09:30h on 30 May, this session will explore how collaborative ecosystems are developing digital solutions to reshape industry, accelerate sustainability and unlock new pathways for innovation and efficiency.

Featuring insights from:

• André Godinho Luz, General Manager at Infinite Foundry
• Maria João Fernandes, R&D Project Manager at Simoldes

The roundtable will be moderated by Vasco Teles, Researcher at INESC TEC and EIT Manufacturing Portugal coordinator.

Join the conversation to hear valuable insights on overcoming challenges and discover actionable strategies.