AENEAS is pleased to announce the launch of Xecs Call 5. Operated by AENEAS as part of the Eureka Clusters Programme, Xecs enables cross-border cooperation and innovation by launching an annual call, guided by the ECS Strategic Research and Innovation Agenda (ECS-SRIA).
Xecs Call 5 Timeline and Useful Information
The call is now open. Project Outlines (PO) can be submitted via the Xecs Project Zone by 22 January 2026, 17:00 CET. This is a two-stage submission call: selected applicants will be invited to submit their Full Project Proposal by 16 April 2026.
Xecs Call 5 is open to RD&I projects across the full ECS value chain, from foundational technologies to system-level integration. Proposals should be aligned with the ECS-SRIA and are expected to demonstrate technological innovation, impact, and collaboration across countries.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to engage early with their national Public Authorities to ensure alignment with national priorities and funding regulations. Support is provided throughout the process by technical experts, public funding bodies, and the Xecs Office.
More information about this call on the Xecs website.
Build or Reinforce Your Xecs Project Consortia at the Xecs Matchmaking Event
Take an important step toward building a successful Xecs project by joining the Xecs Matchmaking Event, held on 9 October 2025 in Riga, Latvia.
This high-value, in-person event brings together key players from across the Electronic Components and Systems (ECS) community. Whether you’re looking to present a project idea, join an existing consortium, or explore collaboration opportunities, this is the ideal setting to make it happen.
Why attend?
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Pitch your project idea in front of an engaged, expert audience and/or present a project idea poster in the exhibition area
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Meet potential partners from industry, SMEs, research organisations, and academia across Europe
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Connect with national funding body representatives to ensure your proposal aligns with country-specific priorities
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Expand or reinforce your consortium for Xecs Call 5
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Gain visibility, get inspired by others’ pitches, and refine your project vision
Participation is free of charge, but registration is mandatory. More information, preliminary agenda and registration are available here.