Updated on 17 August 2026
We are looking for consortia having projects for domain related European calls.
Projects Portfolio Manager, Research and Innovation, Partnerships at Institut de Soudure Groupe
Yutz, France
About
The Institut de Soudure Group is the research and development branch of the Institut de Soudure, a leading French organization specializing in welding, materials joining, and related technologies. The R&I group focuses on advancing knowledge, processes, and industrial applications across several strategic domains, leveraging cutting-edge expertise in materials science, welding technologies, additive manufacturing, and non-destructive testing (NDT).
Key Areas of Expertise:
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Advanced welding and joining processes (arc welding, laser welding, friction stir welding, brazing)
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Non-destructive testing (NDT), including digital radiography and AI-assisted inspections
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WAAM Additive manufacturing (metal and polymer-based)
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Composites and hybrid structures
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Smart monitoring and digital twins for structural health
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Hydrogen technologies (materials behavior, safety, infrastructure)
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Robotics and automation in inspection and maintenance
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Full-scale testing capabilities: 800 m² materials testing platform with mechanical, metallographic, and vibratory testing facilities at scale 1 (we were able to test a complete railway carriage)
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Data science & AI: Machine Learning for complex diagnostic analysis and predictive analytics
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Induction composites welding
Partnership Opportunities in Projects:
IS R&I offers a wide range of partnership models:
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European and National R&D Programs (e.g., Horizon Europe, France 2030, Clean Hydrogen JU)
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Bilateral Industrial Collaborations for co-development or testing of new products or technologies
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Academic & Research Consortia for joint doctoral programs, applied research, and technology transfer
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Public-private innovation projects in energy, transportation, aerospace, defense, and construction
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Pilot Testing and Prototyping through access to unique platforms and equipment
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Standardization & Certification projects, contributing to normative development at national and international levels
Benefits of Partnership:
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Access to cutting-edge facilities and technical expertise
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Accelerated innovation and time-to-market
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Risk reduction through joint validation and testing
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Increased visibility and co-authorship in high-impact research
Similar opportunities
Project cooperation
- Technology Partner
- Validator/Living lab
- Call Module 2026-05: Hydrogen and renewable fuel
- Call Module 2026-09: Integrated industrial energy systems
- Call Module 2026-01: Integrated energy system resilience in a changing environment
Alexandre HAUTCOEUR
Projects Portfolio Manager, Research and Innovation, Partnerships at Institut de Soudure Groupe
Yutz, France
Project cooperation
- R&D Partner
- Demonstrator
- Technology Partner
Emil Krabbe Nielsen
Project Manager at FORCE Technology
Denmark
Project cooperation
Research partner in Sweden for Materials performance in heating systems
- R&D Partner
Nuria Fuertes
Specialist Hydrogen gas- metals, PhD at Swerim AB
Sweden