The event is organised by the European Commission's Directorate General for Research & Innovation and will be opened by the Director General, Mr Jean-Eric Paquet.

High-level speakers from industry, European institutions and Member States will discuss their expectations for these partnerships, as well as the impact of the digital, low carbon and circular economy on manufacturing and processing.

The aim of this conference is to :

•  Discuss the role of contractual partnerships with industry in the future
•  Develop a clear concept for these European partnerships under the "Horizon Europe" EU Framework Programme for Research & Innovation (2021-2027)
•  Focus on European industry-driven priorities in manufacturing, processing, construction, ICT and automotive

Related documentation http://ec.europa.eu/research/index.cfm?pg=events&eventcode=E38559D6-F26B...