AENEAS, EPoSS, and INSIDE organise an online Networking Event for Competence Centres Applicants.

Competence Centres in semiconductors are essential to the Chips for Europe Initiative, offering critical technical expertise and training, especially for SMEs to improve their design skills. These centres will support stakeholders along the electronic components and systems value chain, including start-ups and SMEs, by providing essential services and guidance. They will facilitate the use of capacities and facilities, including the design platform and pilot lines, and support stakeholders in developing semiconductor solutions through technology transfer. Additionally, they will address skills shortages by offering training, including workforce upskilling and reskilling. The centres match user needs with expertise within their network and serve as an access point. They also promote the Chips Fund and facilitate access to venture capital, raising awareness, promoting services, and highlighting success stories.

The Chips JU calls for 2024 on Competence Centres opened on 4 July 2024. Key calls include Chips-2024-CCC-1 for selecting designated Competence Centres and Chips-2024-CCC-2 for building a network of these centres, enhancing collaboration across Europe. The deadline for both calls is 2 October 2024.

This workshop specifically addresses representatives of future Competence Centers that have been selected by their national public authorities. This event will offer unique opportunities for participants to:

• Pitch their proposal (3-min presentation)
• Exchange insights and align with other applicants
• Receive valuable answers and guidance from representatives of the industry associations and the Chips JU Office team.

More information on the open calls can be found on the dedicated website of the Chips JU. To register for the event, please use this link.