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ChallengeUpdated on 29 July 2026

Advanced Manufacturing: Next-Generation Manufacturing Technologies

Corporate Venturing Manager at Talgo

Madrid, Spain

About

We are seeking innovative startups capable of transforming industrial production through advanced manufactuirng solutions.

A key focus of this challenge is the integration of automation technologies, including collaborative and autonomous robotics, to improve productivity, flexibility, and safety in industrial environments. Solutions that enable seamless human-machine collaboration and adaptive manufacturing systems are particularly relevant.

Additionally, solutions incorporating computer vision for quality control are encouraged, enabling automated inspection, defect detection, and improved product reliability at scale.

Overall, this challenge invites startups to propose solutions that enable smarter, more efficient, and more resilient manufacturing systems, combining automation, and digital technologies to accelerate the transition towards Factory 5.0. If a proposed solution aligns with our specific needs, the goal is to launch a pilot project to validate its impact and feasibility. If the pilot prove successful, we will explore opportunities to scale the solution across our operations.

Topic

  • AI
  • AR/VR
  • Big Data
  • Connectivity
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Management and Analytics
  • Digital Twins
  • Facial Recognition
  • Safety and Security
  • Software and Hardware
  • Digital Platforms & Softwares
  • Facility Management
  • Green Building
  • Railways
  • Train Manufacturing

Type

  • Proof of concept/pilot testing
  • Co-development
  • Client-provider collaboration (commercial agreement)
  • Horizon Europe's project consortium

Organisation

Talgo

Corporation

Vitoria, Spain

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