CORE INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY OE

Their core work

CORE INNOVATION is a Greek technology SME that develops IoT platforms, predictive maintenance systems, and digital twin solutions for industrial and building applications. They specialize in integrating sensor networks, data analytics, and automation into manufacturing lines, energy-efficient buildings, and transport infrastructure. Their technical work spans from embedding smart monitoring into factory equipment to deploying energy management and building performance optimization tools. They also bring expertise in advanced materials — particularly polymer composites and energy harvesting devices — bridging hardware and software in industrial R&D.

What they specialise in

How they've shifted over time

In their early H2020 period (2017–2019), CORE INNOVATION focused on smart infrastructure — port logistics optimization, building-integrated photovoltaics, modular construction, and initial manufacturing quality control systems. From 2020 onward, their work shifted decisively toward AI-driven predictive maintenance, digital twins, and human-AI teaming in industrial settings, while branching into unexpected areas like agricultural earth observation and energy harvesting materials. The evolution shows a company moving from general IoT integration toward more specialized AI and data analytics applications across diverse industrial sectors.

CORE INNOVATION is converging on AI-powered industrial monitoring and human-AI collaboration platforms, making them a strong fit for future Industry 4.0 and smart building consortia.

How they like to work

Predominantly a consortium partner (16 of 17 projects) rather than a leader, with only one coordination — the SME Instrument Phase 1 project EnCORE. They work in medium-to-large consortia and have built an extensive network of 236 unique partners across 26 countries, indicating they are a versatile contributor who adapts well to different consortium configurations. Their consistent participation across very different sectors suggests they are valued as a flexible technology integrator rather than a narrow domain specialist.

Exceptionally well-connected for an SME, with 236 unique consortium partners spanning 26 countries across Europe. Their network breadth is unusual for a company of this size and reflects their cross-sector versatility.

What sets them apart

CORE INNOVATION stands out as a rare Greek SME that operates credibly across digital, manufacturing, energy, and transport sectors simultaneously — most SMEs of their size are confined to one or two domains. Their ability to deploy IoT and predictive maintenance solutions in contexts as different as port logistics, mining operations, and residential buildings makes them an unusually versatile technology partner. For consortium builders, they offer a reliable Greek partner with proven delivery across 17 projects and the technical breadth to contribute meaningfully to multi-domain proposals.

Highlights from their portfolio

• EnCORE
  Their only coordinated project — an SME Instrument Phase 1 grant validating their proprietary machine state forecasting technology for manufacturing productivity.
• Dig_IT
  Their largest single grant (EUR 625,000), developing digital twins and predictive maintenance for sustainable mining — a significant domain expansion.
• IQONIC
  Second-largest funding (EUR 571,250) in a zero-defect manufacturing project combining opto-electronics with lifecycle recycling — showcasing their manufacturing depth.