Organization

INNOROUTE GMBH

Munich SME developing advanced router platforms for IoT, SDN, and 5G network architectures.

Technology SMEdigitalDESMENo active H2020 projectsThin data (2/5)

H2020 projects

As coordinator

Total EC funding

€1.1M

Unique partners

What they do

Their core work

InnoRoute is a Munich-based technology SME that develops advanced router and networking hardware/software, with a particular focus on Internet of Things connectivity. Their H2020 portfolio shows deep involvement in next-generation network architectures — from IoT-specific routing platforms (TrustNode) to software-defined network management (SELFNET) and 5G cloud-RAN infrastructure (CHARISMA). They bring specialist routing expertise to large EU research consortia working on the future of telecommunications and connected devices.

Core expertise

What they specialise in

IoT networking and routing platformsprimary

1 project

Coordinated TrustNode, developing a disruptive router platform specifically designed for Internet of Things applications.

Software-defined networking (SDN/NFV)primary

1 project

Contributed to SELFNET, a framework for self-organized network management in virtualized and software-defined networks.

5G cloud-RAN architecturesecondary

1 project

Participated in CHARISMA, working on converged heterogeneous 5G cloud-RAN architecture for secure media access.

Network virtualization and managementsecondary

2 projects

Both SELFNET and CHARISMA involve virtualized network infrastructure, suggesting core competence in network virtualization.

Evolution & trajectory

How they've shifted over time

Early focus

IoT routing and SDN

Recent focus

5G network architecture

All three of InnoRoute's H2020 projects began in 2015, making it difficult to trace a meaningful evolution over time. Their portfolio represents a consistent snapshot of early-to-mid 2010s priorities: IoT connectivity, SDN/NFV, and the emergence of 5G. Without projects beyond 2018, it is unclear whether they continued in EU-funded research or shifted to commercial product development.

Their trajectory from IoT routers through SDN to 5G suggests they may now be pursuing commercial deployment of programmable networking hardware for edge and IoT environments.

Collaboration profile

How they like to work

Role: specialist_contributorReach: European10 countries collaborated

InnoRoute operates primarily as a specialist partner in larger consortia — two of three projects are as participant in research alliances averaging 10+ members. They coordinated one SME Phase 1 project (TrustNode), which was a solo feasibility study. With 23 unique partners across 10 countries from just 3 projects, they engage broadly rather than relying on repeat collaborators, indicating openness to new partnerships.

Despite only 3 projects, InnoRoute has built a network of 23 partners across 10 countries, reflecting the large consortium sizes typical of ICT Research and Innovation Actions. Their reach is genuinely pan-European.

Why partner with them

What sets them apart

InnoRoute occupies a niche as a small German hardware-software company bringing proprietary router technology into EU research consortia focused on next-generation networks. Unlike large telecom equipment vendors, they offer agility and deep focus on programmable routing for IoT and edge scenarios. For consortium builders, they represent a credible SME partner that can deliver specialized networking components within 5G, SDN, and IoT projects.

Notable projects

Highlights from their portfolio

TrustNode
Their own coordinated SME Phase 1 project — reveals their core commercial ambition: a disruptive IoT router platform.
SELFNET
Largest funding (EUR 617,500) and longest project (2015-2018), indicating a substantial technical contribution to SDN/NFV research.
CHARISMA
Early 5G cloud-RAN project combining security and media access — shows InnoRoute's reach beyond pure routing into converged network architecture.

Cross-sector capabilities

Transport and connected vehicles (IoT routing for V2X)Security (secure network management and media access)Manufacturing / Industry 4.0 (industrial IoT connectivity)

Analysis note: Profile based on only 3 projects, all initiated in 2015, with no keyword metadata available. Project titles provide reasonable signal about expertise, but the lack of recent H2020 activity (nothing after 2015 start dates) means current capabilities and focus may have shifted significantly. Website verification recommended.