The EU focuses on advanced materials for industrial leadership

The EU Commission has launched a new initiative, "Innovative Materials for Europe," IAM4EU, involving experts from both the public and private sectors committed to the innovation of advanced materials, from production to processes to principles of circularity. These materials ensure superior performance essential for innovation across various sectors.

Daniel Witthaut, Executive Director for Innovation at Cefic, describes IAM4EU as "not just a partnership, but a clear commitment to pioneering the future of advanced materials. This initiative marks a significant step in uniting the expertise of the public and private sectors to overcome the challenges of the green and digital transition."

There are five objectives to be implemented among the EU Member States: strengthening the European research and innovation ecosystem for advanced materials, rapidly bringing new materials to market, increasing investments and access to funding to promote the production and use of advanced materials, and creating a Technology Council. At a recent event organized at Kilometro Rosso in Bergamo by the Intelligent Factory Cluster, Italian and European experts discussed the topic of advanced materials, which are crucial for ensuring the future of the manufacturing industry.

The European Commission's initiative is the first step in enhancing the industrial competitiveness of Italy and Europe on a global scale.