EuraMaterials, a European and international network dedicated to supporting your projects
EuraMaterials relies on a strong network of European and international partners (clusters, technology centers, research institutes, and innovation agencies) that enrich our expertise and strengthen our capacity for action.
Through these strategic collaborations, we connect our members to the right ecosystems, identify relevant European opportunities, and facilitate the development of ambitious projects.
This diverse network, spanning more than thirteen countries, supports innovation, competitiveness, and the global reach of our sectors at the European and global levels.
IVGT – Industrieverband Veredlung – Garne – Gewebe – Technische Textilien e.V.
A trade association representing German companies in the following sectors:
spinning, weaving, finishing, and technical textiles. It advocates for the interests of the industry, coordinates standardization and innovation, and facilitates a national textile network.
ZENIT GmbH
Innovation agency of North Rhine-Westphalia. Supports SMEs in innovation, European funding, and internationalization, and is part of the Enterprise Europe Network.
Centexbel
Centexbel is the Belgian center specializing in textile research and innovation.
It is also a leading European player recognized for its expertise in testing, materials, and R&D projects.
ECCP – European Cluster Collaboration Platform
Euramaterials is a member of the European Cluster Platform, giving us access to clusters, projects, and opportunities across Europe, as well as internationalization tools.
EU Textile 2050
A European initiative dedicated to the sustainable transformation of the textile sector: circularity, innovation, decarbonization, and responsible value chains.
Euratex
European Association of the Textile and Clothing Industry. Acts as an interface between the industry and the EU, focusing on regulation, sustainability, innovation, and European projects.
Fedustria
Belgian Federation of Textile, Wood, and Furniture Industries. Supports companies in the areas of competitiveness, regulation, exports, and innovation.
Sirris
An innovation center that helps industrial companies integrate advanced technologies: digitalization, robotics, additive manufacturing, AI, and materials.
ETP Textiles
As a European technology platform for the textile and apparel sector,
coordinates the sector’s R&D priorities and facilitates European partnerships and projects. Through DIGITEX, SmartX, and Ecosystex—of which EuraMaterials is a member—it brings together key stakeholders to accelerate innovation and the sector’s transition toward sustainability.
Wagralim
Agri-food Competitiveness Cluster. Supports collaborative projects, innovation-
, exports, and access to European funding.
Business Viborg
An economic development agency supporting local businesses
in the areas of innovation, growth, entrepreneurship, and international expansion.
AITEX
One of Europe's leading textile technology centers: testing, certification, R&D, innovation, and advanced materials.
ATEVAL
Valencia Regional Association of Textile Companies. Support for export, competitiveness, innovation, and industry representation.
TEXFOR
National Confederation of the Spanish Textile Industry. Focuses on training, innovation, standardization, and industrial policy.
Mountain Biking – Technical Research Centre of Finland
A leading applied research institute in Europe. Expertise in advanced materials
, sustainability, innovative textiles, manufacturing, and emerging technologies.
AFPC: French Association of Competitiveness Clusters
The AFPC represents the voice of 56 clusters and more than 12,000 members
in dealings with the French government and the European Commission, and actively helps shape public innovation policies. As a member of its Europe Commission, EuraMaterials benefits from direct access to strategic European information, participates in collective discussions on innovation programs, and strengthens its influence in national and European policy-making.
RERI – European Research and Innovation Network
Led and coordinated by the Hauts-de-France Region and the regional innovation agency HDFID (
), the RERI aims to bring together stakeholders in the Hauts-de-France region around flagship research and innovation programs, such as Horizon Europe.
Next Technology Tecnotessile (NTT)
Center for Textile and Technical Materials Research. Activities in R&D, industrial innovation, European projects, and technology transfer.
Pointex (Piedmont Textile Innovation Cluster)
Piedmont Textile Cluster. Supports innovation, sustainability, internationalization, and business participation in European projects.
JCFA – Japan Chemical Fibers Association
The JCFA is an association of chemical fiber manufacturers and chemical fiber spinning companies in Japan. EuraMaterials and the JCFA are partners under the Franco-Japanese agreements on fibers and textiles.
FME – Dutch Technology Industry Association
An association representing Dutch technology companies. Support for export, innovation, digitalization, and competitiveness.
NBSO – Netherlands Business Support Office
A network of international offices supporting Dutch companies
in their expansion and establishment abroad.
Saxion
Saxion is a Dutch university of applied sciences specializing in
practical innovation. It is also very active in the fields of technical textiles, sustainable materials, and European projects.
Wageningen University & Research (WUR)
A Dutch university and research center specializing in life sciences, agriculture, the environment, and sustainability. It combines education and applied research to address major global challenges such as food security, ecosystem health, and climate change.
CITEVE
Portuguese Textile Technology Center. Testing, certification,
R&D, sustainability, innovation, industrial support.
CENTI
An R&D center specializing in smart materials, printed electronics, technical textiles, and nanotechnology.
PTC – Portuguese Textile Cluster
A national cluster bringing together companies and technical centers. Focus
, innovation, sustainability, internationalization, and European projects.
Northeast Regional Development Agency (ADR Nord-Est)
A regional development agency that supports innovation, regional strategy, clusters, and participation in European
programs.
RISE – Research Institutes of Sweden
A leading Swedish research institute. Expert in materials, sustainability, circular textile
, industrial processes, and certification.
Smart Textiles (Sweden)
A cluster dedicated to smart, connected, interactive, and sustainable textiles.
TTRI – Taiwan Textile Research Institute
A national textile research center specializing in innovative
fibers, advanced technologies, and sustainability. Through our partnership with EuraMaterials, you can gain direct access to the latest innovations from this international R&D center.
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