Become a partner of EIT Manufacturing

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Join Europe’s leading manufacturing innovation community

EIT Manufacturing is Europe’s largest innovation community transforming manufacturing for a sustainable, digital and competitive future.
We connect industry leaders, research institutions, universities and startups in a pan-European ecosystem driving manufacturing change.
As a Core or Associate partner, you’ll gain direct access to our network, innovation opportunities and pathways to collaborate, influence and grow.

Why you should join EIT Manufacturing

By joining EIT Manufacturing, you join a community where industry meets innovation. EIT Manufacturing connects manufacturers with research, entrepreneurial talent and educational institutions.

EIT Manufacturing offers more than just networking. Our partners engage in innovation services, working groups, funding opportunities and collaborative initiatives aligned with European priorities.

Partner benefits

Core partner

For organisations ready to shape European manufacturing’s future while accelerating their own innovation goals.
EIT Manufacturing Core partners benefit from:




  • Unlimited access to innovative technology solutions supported by EIT Manufacturing

  • Ability to reference and showcase your own technologies and solutions in the EIT Manufacturing ecosystem

  • Credit points for premium services, including Learning Expeditions, Open Innovation Challenges, Business Acceleration and Smart Factory Transformation

  • One complimentary AGORA online webinar annually

  • Privileged access to EIT Manufacturing Academy courses

  • Continued discounts on additional services after credit point allocation

  • Voting rights in the Partners Assembly

  • Eligibility to propose representatives to the EIT Manufacturing Supervisory Board

  • Participation in Thematic Working Groups with access to exclusive publications

  • Participation in European and regional events

  • Structured matchmaking opportunities

  • Priority invitations to join consortia for funded projects

  • Access to European and national funding calls (beyond EIT Manufacturing-organised calls)


Associate partner

Perfect for organisations taking their first step into European manufacturing innovation.
As an Associate partner of EIT Manufacturing, you’ll get access to:




  • EIT Manufacturing events, including one pan-European level event per year

  • Annual roundtable exchange with EIT Manufacturing executive level

  • Innovative technology solutions addressing digital and green transition challenges

  • EIT Manufacturing Academy, the largest European learning platform dedicated to manufacturing

  • Discounted EIT Manufacturing services

  • Partners Assembly with observer status for insights into governance and strategic discussions


Eager to join EIT Manufacturing as partner?

How to join?

STEP 1

Choose your partnership type

Identify whether Associate or Core partnership aligns with your strategic ambitions. If you are not sure, our team is available to discuss your objectives and recommend the best fit.

STEP 2

Submit your application

Complete your application, where we’ll assess your eligibility while aligning on your needs and priorities.

STEP 3

Begin your onboarding

Once approved, you’ll receive a comprehensive onboarding, be introduced to the partnership and opportunities and can immediately begin accessing services.

Some of our partners

3D HUB
South East Region
Core partner
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Aalto University
North Region
Core partner
Alma Mater-Università di Bologna
South Region
Core partner
ART-ER- Attractiveness, research, territory
Art-ER S. cons. p. a.
GlobalSouth Region
Core partner

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