Europe’s manufacturing sector is under pressure. Geopolitical instability, fragile supply chains, rising structural costs and critical skills shortages are testing its resilience and competitiveness.
At the same time, intensifying global competition and structural disadvantages are widening the gap between innovation and large-scale deployment. Europe excels in research and technology, but the real challenge is scaling solutions and bringing them to market at speed.
To help navigate today’s evolving landscape, EIT Manufacturing’s Industrial Innovation Report 2026 explores the challenges and opportunities ahead — and sets the direction for what comes next.
https://www.eitmanufacturing.eu/news-events/news/shaping-europes-industrial-innovation