AERO EDIH
Aero European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) provides funded services for projects aimed at driving digital transformation in the aviation and aerospace sector. We support SMEs, regional airports and the public sectors transformation by facilitating technical testing, skills development and access to cutting-edge digital technologies.
ABOUT AERO EDIH
Aero EDIH is a key enabler for digital transformation in the aviation and aerospace industry. We exist to provide support and funding for projects that drive innovation and enhance digital capabilities. Our focus is on facilitating technical testing, promoting skills development and offering businesses access to advanced technologies such as AI, high-performance computing, and cybersecurity. By offering these services, Aero EDIH empowers organisations to accelerate their digital maturity, ensuring they remain competitive and sustainable in an ever-evolving market.
We believe that the adoption of digital solutions is crucial for fostering growth, resilience, and a greener future for the industry.
INTRODUCTORY FILM ABOUT AERO EDIH
INDUSTRY CHALLENGES
AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Aero EDIH is contributing to the digital transformation within the aerospace industry, with a focus on the low altitude economy, a sector that is increasingly intertwined with the challenges and opportunities of the digital age.
Our mission is to empower companies to leverage digital technologies, enhancing their competitive edge while addressing critical industry challenges.
The aerospace sector faces multifaceted challenges that require a holistic approach to digital transformation. Economic impacts and market development are driven by the need for cost efficiency and innovation, where digital tools enable predictive maintenance, optimised manufacturing, and enhanced supply chain management. Security and privacy concerns are paramount, as digitalisation introduces new vulnerabilities; our efforts focus on safeguarding data and ensuring robust cybersecurity frameworks.
The social and ethical dimensions of digitalisation, including workforce changes and ethical AI use, are also key areas where Aero EDIH provides guidance, ensuring that digital transformation supports societal well-being. Meanwhile, technological development is crucial for maintaining the aerospace industry’s leadership, with advancements in AI, machine learning, and big data analytics at the core of our initiatives.
On a global scale, international relations and global security are increasingly influenced by digital capabilities in aerospace, requiring harmonised standards and collaborative approaches to technology deployment. Furthermore, environmental sustainability is a critical challenge, where digital technologies play a pivotal role in reducing emissions and promoting sustainable practices.
Aero EDIH also recognises the importance of education and skills development in enabling this transformation, offering specialised training programmes to equip the workforce with the necessary digital skills. Lastly, we address legal and regulatory concerns by helping stakeholders navigate the complex legal landscape, ensuring compliance while fostering innovation.
Stay tuned for our upcoming events and seminars, where we will delve into the challenges outlined above.
If you are working on a digital solution related to these topics, we would love to hear from you – contact us! Also, don’t forget to check our news page regularly for the latest updates and insights.
Partners
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AERO EDIH SERVICE PACKAGES
TEST BEFORE
INVEST
TEST BEFORE
INVEST
- A1. Field test package
- A2. Validation package
- A3. Simulation package
- A4. Conceptualization package
FUNDING
SUPPORT
TRAINING
& SKILL DEV
TRAINING
& SKILL DEV
- C1. Curated course catalogue
- C2. Peer-to-peer co-creation
- C3. Skill search
- C4. Light course package
- C5. Advanced course package
NETWORK
& ECOSYSTEM
OBJECTIVES AERO EDIH
Address digitalization challenges of European SMEs, regional airports and public entities within Aerospace and related industries
Consolidate and leverage existing infrastructure, resources and expertise within the areas of HPC, AI, and Cybersecurity
APPLICATION PROCESS
Aero EDIH’s mission is to identify, inspire, accelerate and support commercially sustainable ideas contributing to the transformation to a greener and digital aerospace sector. Do you have a project idea that fits this mission and needs support? Apply now!
Contact
Contact us prior to your submission of your proposal.
Application
Submit your project proposal when ready.
Innovations Dialogue
We will read your application and if it matches our offering, we will invite you to an Innovation dialogue where you present your project proposal to a jury.
Steering Group Approval
Before a formal approval, our Steering Group will carry out a review of your application, assessing both its technical and commercial feasibility.
General Assembly Decision
You will be notified whether your project has been formally awarded or not, by our General Assembly.
Project Start
If awarded, we meet to ensure that all resources are in place so your project can be implemented correctly. Aero EDIH will be with you throughout the project, from start to finish, as we work together towards a more digital and sustainable business.
Project Ends
We evaluate the project and document the results, before your exit from the formal project.
Contact
Contact us prior to your submission of your proposal.
Innovation Dialogue
We will read your application and if it matches our offering, we will invite you to an Innovation dialogue where you present your project proposal to a jury.
Innovation Dialogue
We will read your application and if it matches our offering, we will invite you to an Innovation dialogue where you present your project proposal to a jury.
General Assembly Decision
You will be notified whether your project has been formally awarded or not, by our General Assembly.
Project Ends
We evaluate the project and document the results, before your exit from the formal project.
