As organisations increasingly adopt Artificial Intelligence, the need for structured and effective AI competence development is becoming essential. To support SMEs and professionals in this transition, AIRISE Training Services is launching a free online training programme focused on the Training Management System for AI Competences. 

The programme will run from 22 January to 26 February, with weekly sessions every Thursday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM (CET). Delivered fully online and free of charge, the training is open to SMEs and professionals seeking to strengthen AI skills, manage workforce upskilling, and implement AI competences to support digital transformation within their organisations.

Trainers:

• Sara Varão Fernandes: RTD Projects Manager, European Federation for Welding, Joining and Cutting (EWF).
• Marina Baptista: Education & Training Projects Manager, European Federation for Welding, Joining and Cutting (EWF).

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Digital transformation in manufacturing is accelerating and Artificial Intelligence plays a central role in this evolution. To support companies and professionals in understanding its real impact, AIRISE is hosting a specialized webcast dedicated to optimizing industrial processes through AI.

• Speaker: Ivo Adan - TU/e Eindhoven University of Technology.
• Date: Tuesday, 28 January 2026 – 2:00 PM (CET).
• Duration: 30 minutes.
• Location: Online.
• Register here: Webinar Registration.

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Join our AIRISE Special Session on the AI Standards Landscape to gain clear, practical insights into the fast-evolving standards shaping safe, ethical, and trustworthy AI adoption. As AI accelerates, understanding its standards ecosystem has never been more important.

That’s why AIRISE Training Services is hosting a one-time expert-led event designed to help organizations navigate this critical and rapidly shifting landscape. We are honored to welcome Isabel Caetano, Senior Consultant & Director in Innovation & Standardisation, PhD in Management, and expert member of ISO/IEC JTC1/SC42 and CEN-CLC 21 (Artificial Intelligence).

During this session, you will discover how the AI standards ecosystem works, why international standards are essential for companies and innovation, what role global standardisation bodies play, and how upcoming AI requirements are expected to impact industry and technology.

• Date: Tuesday, 7 January 2025 – 15:00 PM (CET).
• Duration: 2 Hours.
• Location: Online.
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Join our AIRISE End of the Year Special Webcast 2025 to look back on the project’s major achievements, gain strategic insights, and explore how Artificial Intelligence is shaping more resilient and intelligent innovation ecosystems.

• Date: Wednesday, 10 December 2025 – 2:00 PM (CET)
• Duration: 1 Hour.
• Location: Online.
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Join our upcoming AIRISE webcast to explore the business challenges and opportunities of AI in manufacturing, where Laurynas Ragaišis will share insights on the need for funding and how to identify AI-driven opportunities that can help your business grow.

• Speaker: Laurynas Ragaišis - Intechcentras.
• Date: Tuesday, 22 October 2025 – 2:00 PM (CEST).
• Duration: 30 minutes.
• Location: Online.
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The hackathon on chatter detection in milling is closed. Thanks to all participants, we received 78 submissions from across the globe that challenged the baseline that was established within AIRISE. 

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On October 22^nd, join us in Lisbon at the Hotel Eurostars – Parque das Nações for a dynamic workshop focused on the intersection of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence. Discover how these technologies are shaping the future of work and empowering professionals across industries to navigate an increasingly digital and complex landscape.

Throughout the session, we’ll dive into real-world applications of AI in Manufacturing, explore strategies for AI skills development, and examine how organizations can respond effectively to threats in Cybersecurity crisis mode. It’s a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and prepare for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

• Language: English.
• Date & Location: October 22nd, Lisbon – Portugal.
• Speakers: 
  • Restercuter Nyawira (Cybersecurity Consultant @ CYBER RANGES).
  • Santiago Muiños Landin (Team Lead, Physics and AI @ AIMEN Centro Tecnológico).
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AIRISE is proud to be part of the upcoming “𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲” event, organised by European Federation for Welding, Joining and Cutting (EWF), where it will contribute to discussions on Artificial Intelligence in Education and Training.

The 2^nd edition of the “𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲” event, taking place on 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟭𝘀𝘁, at 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘀, Parque das Nações (Lisbon) from 09h - 13h (GMT), followed by a networking lunch. This year’s edition will focus on “𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀”, bringing together experts and professionals from across Europe to discuss how Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, Qualification and Certification, Training Resources, and Teachers & Ttrainers can shape the future of education and training in the manufacturing sector.

If you're passionate about innovation in education and training, this event is your chance to share your perspective, connect with experts from industry and academia, and help shape future qualification pathways that support the Green and Digital Transition. Expect insightful discussions and a networking lunch to engage with peers.

• Language: English.
• Free attendance (𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱)
• Free networking lunch (𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱)
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Discover how AI is changing the way humans and machines communicate on the factory floor. From voice-controlled robots to intuitive operator interfaces, this webcast dives into the latest breakthroughs redefining human-machine interaction in manufacturing.

• Speaker: Santiago Muiños Landin - AIMEN Centro Tecnológico.
• Date/Time: Wednesday, July 23rd 2025,  14:00 CEST (Online Event)
• Duration: 30 minutes.
• Registration: Webcast Registration

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Are you ready to put your AI skills to the test? The AIRISE Hackathon is here to challenge students, researchers, AI enthusiasts, and solution providers to tackle a real industrial problem using artificial intelligence.

• Challenge Topic: Prevent machining chatter using binary time-series classification on real CNC machining data - Help shape the future of smart manufacturing.
• Duration: June 28 - August 31, 2025 (Two-month online challenge)
• Location: Online 
• Registration: (Opens: June 28, 2025)

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Discover how AI is transforming the way parts are designed and manufactured. From smarter production lines to next-gen design tools, this session will explore real innovations shaping the future of manufacturing.

• Speaker: Santiago Muiños Landin - AIMEN Centro Tecnológico
• Date: Wednesday, 28 May, 2025 13:00 (CET)
• Location: Online 
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Join the I4MS2 projects on an exclusive webinar: AI for Zero Defect Manufacturing – Challenges & Opportunities for SMEs!

I4MS2 supports manufacturing SMEs in digital transformation for greater sustainability and competitiveness. Projects like CIRCULOOS, WASABI, AI REDGIO 5.0, and AIRISE drive innovation and efficiency.

Learn how AI-driven solutions are transforming quality control & defect detection in manufacturing. 

• Featuring: Real use cases from SCAMM - The Sheet Metal Solution & REINOVA!
• Date: Friday, 28 March, 2025.
• Time: 11:00 CET.
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Is your manufacturing floor secure against cyber threats? As factories become more connected, cybersecurity is no longer optional - it’s essential. But how can you protect your shopfloor while driving innovation?

Join our webcast to explore key strategies for safeguarding your manufacturing environment. Learn how to mitigate risks, secure legacy systems, and ensure your operations stay resilient in an increasingly digital world.

• Date: Wednesday, 26 March, 2025 14:00 (CET)
• Location: Online 
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Today, Usatorre Luis from TECNALIA presents the AIRISE cascade funding opportunities at TRANSFIERE 2025, the European Forum for Science, Technology, and Innovation. This key event connects the entire Spanish innovation ecosystem while fostering its internationalization.

• Round Table: Impulso a la internalización de la I+D+I de PYMES.
• Speakers:
  • Luis Usatorre – Fundación Tecnalia R&I
  • Iván Mateos – ZITU J
  • Kepa Gerrikagoitia – BRTA
  • Jaione Ganzarain Epelde – Gobierno Vasco, Viceconsejera de Tecnología, Innovación y Transformación Digital
  •  Cristina Oyón – SPRI, Deputy Director

Reminder: The AIRISE Open Call 5 (OC5) is now open! Don’t miss this opportunity to access funding for AI-driven innovation in manufacturing.

Apply here: https://airise.eu/calls

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Are you excited about using AI in your manufacturing processes ? Remember, great AI starts with great data. But how can you extract valuable data from old machinery and still run the most advanced algorithms?

Join our webcast to discover practical strategies for integrating legacy equipment with curing-edge AI technologies. This session will provide you with the insights you need to start turning your AI ideas into reality.

• Date: Wednesday, 26 February, 2025 14:00 (CET)
• Location: Online 
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eit Manufacturing reports signing of a MoU that fosters their collaboration with the Hellenic Development Bank in the area of manufacturing. This is a great opportunity to enhance understanding of manufacturing needs and financial requirements at the same time. If you want to know more about this collaboration, follow the link below or contact us for direct consultation.

Link to the press release

Menlo Media S.L. is a company registered in Spain. One of their offerings is "www.eu-startups.com" which supposedly aims to bring together start-ups and SMEs across Europe. They have compiled a database of capital investors that cover much more sectors than AIRISE does. If you are keen on digging into that topic yourself, then please follow this external and commercial link. If you do not want to be tracked by cookies, then please use "private mode" of your browser before using the link below.

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Join us at the IndTech 2024 Conference on Industrial Technologies, the European Union's flagship event that unites stakeholders from research organizations, industry, SMEs, and policymaking.

This is your chance to engage in vibrant discussions about the state-of-the-art, tackle technological challenges, and explore future trends in the field of industrial technologies.

📅 Date: 03.06.2024 - 05.06.2024
📍 Location: Namur, Belgium

Don't miss out on this opportunity to network, innovate, and shape the future of industrial technologies.

Exciting News Alert! 🌟
AIRISE is thrilled to announce its participation at the EFFRA event!

🚀 Join us at our booth and dive into the latest updates and innovations in our project.

We can't wait to connect with fellow participants, share insights, and explore potential collaborations. 🤝
 

On April 23rd and 24th, the AIRISE partners visited the TECNALIA facilities in Madrid. There were many topics to discover such as research on self-driving vehicles, plant condition monitoring through anomaly detection and sensorisation of complex manufacturing systems, to name only a few. The discussion around the ambassador programme has helped us to streamline activities in this area and to optimise the training programme that we offer to them.

So - all SMEs that are curious on AI-in-manufacturing: watch out for offerings of SME associations that are supported by AIRISE. They will offer dedicated sessions where you can learn about successful use-cases. Moreover and perhaps even of more value: you can get a free assessment of your application idea.

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Last week, AIRISE has presented its approach and its achievements to experts from the field. And we received very positive feedback and suggestiong for the future. So - we will create new offerings and you will have new opportunities to engage with us.

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AIRISE Call For Ambassadors - Webcast 💻

• Date: Mon, Oct 16, 2023 1:00 PM - 1:20 PM BST (CET) 📅
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The first two SME associations have been selected to become an AIRISE Ambassador. From all submitted concepts, these two really stand out. Congratulations! We look forward to work with them, to reach out to their SMEs and win new SMEs for their organisation. We are also eager to see how screening of AI applications will support their members in getting ahead with AI-in-manufacturing.

If you did not manage to submit an application on time, do not worry; the Call for Ambassadors is constantly open and the next cutoff date is in October 31st, 2023!

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With the evaluation of all proposals completed, we have communicated the results to the teams. The quality of the proposals has been very good which made the selection a hard task. In the end, we received a good short list with five proposals that we can fund. The AIRISE consortium is eager to start supporting these SMEs towards achieving their AI goals!

If you did not manage to submit an application on time for the last Open Call, do not worry; our next Call will open in autumn, with a submission deadline in January 2024! So - get ready and watch the publication of the call documents.

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The AIRISE partners meet at EWF in Lisbon to discuss the 1st open calls results and plan next steps. We are all excited to start serving SMEs and to interact with Ambassadors as soon as possible!

In parallel, news about the next Open Call for Experiments (OC2) will be announced soon.
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The first cutoff date for the Call for Ambassadors has been reached!

We would like to thank all 10 applicants for their interest. We are looking forward to evaluate the call and kick off activities with you.

If you did not manage to submit an application on time, do not worry; the Call for Ambassadors is constantly open and the next cutoff date is in October 31st, 2023!

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Our first Call for Experiments is now closed.

With 17 applications received, we are looking forward to evaluate and kick-off AI applications together with engaged people in these manufacturing SMEs. If you did not manage to submit an application on time, do not worry; Open Call 2 will be launched in autumn, with a submission deadline in January 2024!

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AIRISE has just completed its' first official milestone, which is the establishment of a portfolio of AI Services that will be available to SMEs to support develompent and testing of AI ideas in manufacturing!

Are you an organization bringing together manufacturing SMEs? Then we are wating for you!

We seek organisations that have manufacturing SMEs as members to support them in developing their business. Our aim is to support you in discussing ideas on AI-in-manufacturing with your members and to connect them to the open calls for experiments. There, they can apply for expert and financial support to test their idea.

What is gonna happen if we select you?

• We will upskill your personnel on AI for manufacturing

• You will reach out to your SMEs and tell them about opportunities in using AI in their manufacturing environment

• You will screen AI application ideas with our screening tools

• We will admit your SMEs to the open calls to propose their idea

Propose a concept on how you convey this message to your members and propose it to us by July 31st. You will have the chance to receive support from our experts, be trained by our staff and you use financial support of up to 30.000 Euros.

Submission deadline: July 31st, 2023

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The AIRISE partners organized a workshop in Budapest to prepare the first open call.

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Are you an SME that wants to apply AI in your manufacturing environment?
Our first Call for Proposals is now open!
 
Describe your idea by June 30th and you will have the chance to receive services from experts as well as financial support up to 40.000 Euros!
 
We support you with expertise in the fields of:

• Design and Engineering AI Services

• Process monitoring and control AI Services

• Manufacturing Operations AI Services

• Production Chain AI Services

• Supply Chain AI Services

• Training Services

 
You can apply for this support if your company is a SME or mid-cap and if your challenge is on using AI in manufacturing at your shop-floor. 

Submission deadline: June 30th, 2023

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We are happy to announce the launch of AIRISE!

Artificial Intelligence in #manufacturing for Sustainability in SMEs or shortly AIRISE aims to create a framework to support European SMEs in the uptake of Artificial Intelligence applied to manufacturing, with a specific focus of the use of AI-enabled applications at the edge, focusing on a reduction of waste and carbon footprint while ensuring resiliency.

The activity was launched with a Kick-off Meeting on January 19th-20th 2023 in Aachen, Germany with 14 representatives of the Partners of AIRISE from 11 countries.

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