Whenever useful to its members, AENEAS directly participates in projects, mostly in coordination and supporting actions, or in similar types of EU Projects.
European Chips Skills Academy Project
As part of an 18-partner consortium of the European Chips Skills Academy (ECSA), AENEAS is proud to contribute to bridging education and the microelectronics industry in Europe.
The European Chips Skills Academy is a newly EU-funded project to meet the growing demands for skills in the evolving microelectronics labour market. Building on the success of the METIS4Skills project, ECSA will offer a comprehensive e-Learning Platform with over 80 courses in microelectronics. These courses are designed to meet the evolving needs of our industry and prepare a new generation of skilled professionals.
The ECSA project, set to run until September 2027, promises a journey filled with exciting developments and innovative breakthroughs. We invite the ECS community to stay engaged with the project consortium’s progress and engaging activities. As a contributor to the European Chips Skills Academy, AENEAS is excited to lead the co-organisation of the ECS Summer School, “Fascinating Electronics for a Cool World.” This initiative plays a vital role in fostering the development of skills within the European semiconductor industry by offering participants hands-on experience, cutting-edge knowledge, and exposure to the latest trends in microelectronics. The ECS Summer School is designed to inspire and equip the next generation of professionals with the expertise needed to drive innovation and maintain Europe’s competitive edge in the global semiconductor market.
More about the ECS Summer School.
Highlights from the 2024 edition.
Highlights from the 2025 edition.
International Cooperation On Semiconductors Project
International Cooperation On Semiconductors (ICOS), a three-year Coordination and Support Action (CSA) from the European Commission in the frame of Horizon Europe, was launched on 19 January 2023. As a part of 19-partners consortia, AENEAS shares the ambitious aim of the project to support the growth of the European Semiconductor and Semiconductor-based photonics industry through focused international research cooperation.
The latest ICOS General Assembly took place at the AENEAS premises in Paris, bringing together key stakeholders to review the progress after the project’s second year. This hybrid event was an opportunity to present results to the Industrial and Advisory Boards, gather their feedback, and foster discussions on next steps. The meeting kicked off with a welcome word from Caroline Bedran, AENEAS Director General, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and collaboration within the consortium. With valuable contributions from work package leaders and expert discussions on future directions, the ICOS project continues to drive impactful progress.
Stay tuned for more updates as the project advances!
AENEAS was pleased to take part in the ICOS Final Event in Brussels, marking the conclusion of three years of cooperation under ICOS – International Cooperation On Semiconductors. The event showcased key results — from economic and value chain analysis to insights on future semiconductor technologies — and underlined how international collaboration can further strengthen Europe’s ecosystem. AENEAS contributed to the panel discussion alongside representatives from industry, RTOs and the European Commission. We look forward to building on this work and continuing the dialogue and cooperation in the years ahead.
ICOS² – International Cooperation on Semiconductor Innovation and Supply Resilience
Building on the strong foundations and successful outcomes of the Horizon Europe ICOS project, ICOS² (International Cooperation on Semiconductor Innovation and Supply Resilience) takes Europe's international semiconductor cooperation to the next level. Launched in 2026 and coordinated by Tyndall National Institute, the project brings together 21 leading organisations from industry, research and policy, including AENEAS, to strengthen Europe's resilience, competitiveness and technological leadership through strategic global partnerships.
ICOS² will provide evidence-based intelligence, risk analyses and policy recommendations to support the implementation of the European Chips Act and the development of Chips Act 2.0. By analysing global semiconductor supply chains, emerging technologies and international cooperation opportunities, the project will help shape a more coordinated European strategy while reducing dependencies and strengthening Europe's industrial autonomy.
AENEAS is proud to contribute to ICOS² by bringing its extensive network across the Electronic Components and Systems community and supporting stakeholder engagement, dissemination and the development of strategic recommendations that will reinforce Europe's global position in semiconductors.
aCCCess Project
Launched in March 2025, this four-years EU-funded initiative will foster collaboration between Competence Centres (CCCs), Chips Pilot Lines (PLs), and the virtual Design Platform (DP), all key pillars of the EU Chips Act supported by Chips JU.
Led by a consortium of experienced cluster organisations and technology partners, aCCCess aims to accelerate innovation, ease access to advanced technologies and funding for businesses, especially SMEs and start-ups, and reinforce Europe’s position in the global semiconductor landscape.
Each initiative plays a distinct role: CCCs drive innovation and expertise; PLs support the transition from research to production; and the DP offers cloud-based design tools to enable chip development across Europe.
AENEAS is proud to support this strategic project!
The first aCCCess Annual Event, held in Brussels on 5 February 2026, back-to-back with the ECS Brokerage Event, brought together representatives from 30 Chips Competence Centres (CCC) and key stakeholders for a focused day of exchange. The programme offered a first-year overview of the CCC network, including KPIs, progress and lessons learned, followed by panel discussions and CCC pitches highlighting practical experiences and future collaboration perspectives.
The discussions confirmed a strong commitment to coordination, synergies and long-term cooperation across Europe’s semiconductor ecosystem.
The event was supported by the Industry Associations AENEAS, EPoSS, INSIDE.
