Participants and Partners of the UA_EU

Participants and Partners of the UA_EU_CLUSTER5.0 Project

UA_EU_CLUSTER5.0 is an international initiative that unites organizations from Ukraine, Italy, and Portugal to support the development of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the framework of Industry 5.0.

The project aims to help SMEs implement innovation, integrate into the European market, and become drivers of sustainable, human-centric, and digital development.

Key to the project’s success are its participants and partners from various sectors — including technology clusters, business associations, incubators, universities, and innovation centers. Their expertise and everyday commitment turn the ideas of Industry 5.0 into practical opportunities for businesses.

Project Participants

🔹X23 – The Innovation Bakery (Italy)
A business incubator with over 25 years of experience supporting entrepreneurs, startups, and SMEs. Active in social innovation, gender equality, and sustainable growth, X23 helps companies scale at the European level.

🔹Chernihiv IT Cluster (Ukraine)
A community of IT companies from the Chernihiv region, working to strengthen the local digital ecosystem, support business and education, and foster international cooperation.

🔹 Madan Parque (Portugal)
A technology incubator closely linked to NOVA University, supporting startups and SMEs while contributing to the development of Portugal’s innovation ecosystem.

🔹Chernihiv Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIC)
The region’s largest business association with over 240 members. It works to support international business integration, export development, and consultancy for SMEs.

🔹AFIL – Lombardy Intelligent Factory Association (Italy)
A platform fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and government. AFIL promotes digitalization, the circular economy, and sustainable manufacturing across and beyond the Lombardy region.

🔹 ICI Cluster (Ukraine)
A new cluster combining innovation, the creative industries, and deep tech. It fosters collaboration between Ukrainian and European companies and supports startups and international partnerships.

🔹University of Bergamo (Italy)
A research center focused on sustainability, Industry 5.0, service models, and industrial transformation. Actively engaged in developing new business models and educational programs.

Associated Partners

Associated partners are not project implementers, but their involvement is crucial for enhancing the project’s regional, educational, and international impact.

🔸 RDA Chernihiv (Ukraine)
Works on regional economic development, strengthens partnerships, and supports EU integration at the local level.

🔸NOVA ID (Portugal)
The innovation unit of NOVA University that promotes technology transfer, science–business collaboration, and international research.

🔸CPNU (Ukraine)
An educational and scientific partner providing expertise in digital technologies and preparing specialists to meet the challenges of Industry 5.0.

🔸 ICC Ukraine – International Chamber of Commerce (Ukraine)
Supports business diplomacy, international cooperation, and the integration of Ukrainian enterprises into global markets.

UA_EU_CLUSTER5.0 is funded by the European Union.