Expressions of Interest (EoI) for Tech-savy SMEs

The MANTRA project is launching an Expression of Interest (EoI) to identify tech-savvy SMEs across Europe that can support traditional manufacturing SMEs in their green, digital, and social transformation.

Selected SMEs will join the MANTRA Pool of Tech-Savvy SMEs, gaining visibility, collaboration opportunities, and access to a technical marketplace that connects them with manufacturers seeking advanced technology solutions. Together, they aim to co-create scalable solutions for sustainability, efficiency, and resilience.

📖 About Expressions of Interest (EoI)

Opportunity Details

• Date Published: July 04, 2025
• Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
• Category: Entrepreneurs
• Eligible Locations: Europe

The MANTRA project is building a powerful ecosystem where traditional manufacturing SMEs and tech-savvy innovators come together to create impactful solutions. As a technology provider, digital innovator, or green solution developer, your expertise can directly support SMEs in their transformation journey.

Whether you provide smart production tools, environmental tracking solutions, digital twins, advanced materials, or data-driven platforms, your innovation could be part of a funded pilot, creating real impact in real factories.

🌟 Why Should You Apply?

By applying, you can:

• Gain visibility across Europe and connect with traditional manufacturers to engage in transformation projects.
• Be selected by a beneficiary SME as a technology provider for advanced technologies and transformation services.
• Improve the quality and impact of your services by gaining practical experience and valuable case studies while supporting SMEs.
• Contribute to the development and resilience of the European manufacturing ecosystem.

🎁 Benefits of Expressions of Interest (EoI)

By registering on the MANTRA digital platform, you’ll gain access to:

• A growing pool of 50+ manufacturing SMEs selected for pilot implementation and innovation funding.
• A matchmaking process to pair your solutions with SMEs seeking exactly what you offer — from AI and IoT to clean energy, circular systems, or automation tools.
• Opportunities to collaborate in funded pilot projects and expand your market reach.
• A seat in co-creation labs and networking events with clusters, industry experts, and innovation stakeholders from across Europe.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must:

• Be an SME established in an EU Member State.
• Have 2-4 years of demonstrated experience in the development, production, or commercialization of advanced technologies addressing digitalization, sustainability, or environmental challenges in the manufacturing sector.
• Be able to use English as the working language.

📅 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
• Apply here.

🌍 Let’s Build Europe’s Sustainable Manufacturing Future — Together!

Join the MANTRA Pool of Tech-Savvy SMEs and contribute to the transformation of the European manufacturing ecosystem. Apply now to make a real impact in real factories!

• Gain visibility across Europe, connect with traditional manufacturers, and engage in their transformation projects across Europe.
• Be selected by a beneficiary SME as technology provider for advanced technologies and transformation services.
• Improve the quality and impact of your services by gaining practical experience and valuable case studies while supporting SMEs.
• Contribute to the development and resilience of the European manufacturing ecosystem.