Advanced composite materials
10 European H2020 organizations list this as part of their work — 4 as their primary capability.
Most active in this area
- L - UP SAS
French photonics and optical engineering SME providing simulation, design, and testing services across aerospace, energy, and environmental sensing projects.
“ECO-COMPASS (bio-fibre/bio-resin composites for aviation), SuCoHS (fire-resistant composite structures), and FIBRE4YARDS (fibre-reinforced plastics for shipbuilding).”
SMEFR16 projects - STEINBEIS EU-VRI GMBH
Stuttgart-based risk governance SME specializing in nanosafety regulation, infrastructure resilience indicators, and cross-domain standardization frameworks.
“Contributed to BIO4SELF (biobased self-reinforced composites), HARVEST (hierarchical multifunctional composites), and CEM-WAVE (ceramic matrix composites with AI-assisted modelling).”
SMEDE14 projects - BREMBO NV
Global brake system manufacturer researching low-emission braking, advanced friction materials, and electrified vehicle components across EU transport projects.
“MODCOMP involved carbon nanofibre and nanotube composites for improved mechanical properties; EQUINOX developed Fe-Al intermetallic parts for extreme environments.”
NL9 projects - OPEN SOURCE MANAGEMENT LIMITED
Cambridge SME specializing in advanced composite materials, smart functional coatings, and sustainable material solutions for aerospace, automotive, and construction.
“Core contributor across BIO4SELF (bio-based composites), MODCOMP (carbon nanofibre composites), SMARTFAN (smart structural composites), and EQUINOX (intermetallic parts).”
PrimarySMEUK6 projects - ABB SPA
Italian arm of ABB Group contributing industrial electrification and automation expertise to graphene commercialization and energy grid flexibility research.
“GrapheneCore2 keywords include composite materials, sensors, and electronics — areas where ABB brings manufacturing integration expertise.”
IT6 projects - NEXT TECHNOLOGY TECNOTESSILE SOCIETA NAZIONALE DI RICERCA R L
Italian research centre specializing in bio-based materials, recycling technologies, and sustainable packaging for circular economy applications across multiple industries.
“BIO4SELF developed self-functionalised bio-based composites, and SUNRISE works on sensor-based sorting of complex laminated materials.”
IT6 projects - UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
UK university specialising in advanced composites, high-entropy alloys, and membrane technologies across aerospace, construction, and energy applications.
“SSUCHY (biocomposites from natural fibres), MATRIX (composite structures for aviation), and ATLAS (metal/ceramic matrix composites) all centre on composite material development.”
PrimaryUK6 projects - PODCOMP AB
Swedish composites company specialising in advanced lightweight materials, bio-based carbon fibres, and materials testing across transport and manufacturing sectors.
“Core contributor in GreenLight (lignin-based carbon fibres), RAMSSES (advanced materials for ships), and NIMBLE (manufacturing solutions).”
PrimarySE4 projects - LM WIND POWER AS
Major Danish wind turbine blade manufacturer contributing industrial composite materials and offshore wind expertise to EU research consortia.
“DACOMAT focused on damage-controlled composites for blades and marine structures; SPARCARB addressed carbon fibre composites for lightning protection.”
PrimaryDK4 projects - MEDICA S.P.A.
Italian medical technology company contributing to graphene industrialization and 2D materials pilot line manufacturing within the EU Graphene Flagship.
“GrapheneCore2 included composite materials as a focus area alongside energy and electronics applications.”
IT3 projects