A broad coalition of more than 80 organisations from across Europe’s manufacturing
ecosystem, spanning industry, research, and academia, has joined forces with the
European Factories of the Future Research Association (EFFRA) to launch a new call for
action: a “Made in Europe” Manufacturing Initiative.
The initiative comes at a critical moment for Europe’s industrial future. Faced with
increasing global competition, geopolitical uncertainty, and growing dependencies in
key technologies and value chains, Europe must take decisive action to strengthen its
manufacturing base.
Manufacturing remains a cornerstone of Europe’s economy, supporting millions of jobs,
driving innovation, and underpinning the continent’s strategic autonomy. However,
Europe is struggling to scale innovation, retain industrial capacity, and compete with
large-scale industrial strategies deployed in other regions.
The joint paper outlines five strategic priorities for the period 2028–2034:
Accelerating innovation and industrial scale-up in Europe
Strengthening strategic autonomy and resilience
Advancing circular and climate-neutral production
Leading in digitalisation, automation, and industrial AI
Investing in skills and workforce transformation
The coalition calls on European policymakers to establish a coordinated, large-scale
“Made in Europe” initiative, embedded in upcoming EU instruments such as
Framework Programme 10 and the European Competitiveness Fund.
This initiative aims to better align research, innovation, and industrial deployment,
ensuring that Europe not only develops cutting-edge technologies but also
manufactures them at scale within its borders.
The full paper and joint letter to policymakers were released on 1 April 2026.
Read the full paper.