European Digital Innovation Hubs Network

What European Digital Innovation Hubs Network does

The European Digital Innovation Hubs Network is a publicly funded coordination mechanism owned and administered by the European Commission through its Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CNECT), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. The Network operates as a pan-European portal that connects SMEs and public sector organizations with their nearest European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) for digital transformation support. It currently coordinates 462 EDIHs across EU Member States, EEA countries, and Associated Countries including Ukraine, Türkiye, Serbia, North Macedonia, Albania, and Montenegro.

The Network's core technology stack comprises a centralized catalogue portal (listing all 462 hubs searchable by country, services, technologies, and sectors), the Digital Maturity Assessment Tool (DMAT), the Digital Speed Test for self-assessment of digital readiness, and the EDIH Academy training platform. Individual hubs within the Network deliver specialized services spanning AI, cybersecurity, IoT, cloud computing, data analytics, digital twins, and advanced digital technologies, structured around four pillars: Test-before-Invest, Skills and Training, Support to find Investment, and Ecosystem & Networking. Noted hub examples include CeADAR (Ireland's AI EDIH at UCD, 1200+ clients, 300+ projects), TechCircle (Central Denmark), Carpathian EDIH (Ukraine, dual digital-green transformation), and C-Hub (Portugal's cybersecurity DIH).

The Network's revenue model is non-commercial: EDIHs are co-financed by the European Commission and EU Member States under the Digital Europe Programme (50% EU funding, 50% national/regional funding), supplemented by ERDF operational programmes and regional budgets. End-user services to SMEs and public sector organizations are provided free or at subsidized rates. The coordinating entity itself does not generate commercial revenue; its 6 listed employees perform Network coordination, policy alignment, and platform operations, with the 2025-2027 EDIH 2.0 Call for Proposals signaling a reinforced AI focus under the AI Continent Action Plan.

Name

European Digital Innovation Hubs Network

Legal name

European Commission - Directorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology (DG CNECT)

Website

https://european-digital-innovation-hubs.ec.europa.eu

Company type

Public

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The European Digital Innovation Hubs Network is a publicly funded EU coordination platform, managed by the European Commission's DG CNECT, that connects SMEs and public sector organizations with a pan-European network of 462 Digital Innovation Hubs for AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation support under the Digital Europe Programme.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Innovation Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Government Digital Service & eGovernment (Service Delivery, IDs, Portals) (BPAIAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Digital Development & ICT4D / GovTech Technical Assistance (BPADAEAL), Digital & Technology Transformation Consulting (BPAHACAH), Technical Universities with Strong Industry Partnerships (EDAHAEAG)

Keywords

• Digital innovation hubs
• Digital transformation services
• SME digital maturity
• Public sector modernization
• AI adoption support

Headquarters

HQ city

Brussels

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. EU and National Government Funding: EDIHs are co-financed by the European Commission and EU Member States/Associated Countries through the Digital Europe Programme. Individual EDIHs receive funding through DEP (50% EU funding, 50% national/regional funding), ERDF operational programmes, and national/regional budgets. Services to SMEs are provided free or at subsidized rates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The European Digital Innovation Hubs Network is a pan-European coordination platform connecting 462 EU-funded digital innovation hubs with SMEs and public sector organizations to support digital transformation. It provides a centralized catalogue, digital maturity assessment tools, training, and specialized services in AI, cybersecurity, IoT, cloud computing, and other advanced digital technologies, all delivered free or at subsidized rates to end users.

Product overview

The European Digital Innovation Hubs Network is a portal platform operated by the European Commission (DG CONNECT) that connects companies and public sector organizations with European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) across the EU and associated countries. The network comprises 462 EDIHs providing digital transformation support. Key products include the EDIH Catalogue for finding regional hubs, the Digital Maturity Assessment Tool (DMAT) for assessing digital readiness, the Digital Speed Test, and the EDIH Academy for training. Individual EDIHs like TechCircle (CD-EDIH), CeADAR (Ireland), Carpathian EDIH, and C-Hub offer specialized services including test-before-invest, skills training, investment support, and sector-specific AI and cybersecurity services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• EDIH Catalogue A comprehensive online catalogue listing 462 European Digital Innovation Hubs across EU and associated countries, searchable by country, EDIH type, services, technologies, and sectors. Used by companies and public sector organizations to find their nearest digital innovation hub.
• Digital Maturity Assessment Tool (DMAT) A free tool that assesses a company's digital maturity and helps identify where to start digital transformation. Used by SMEs and public sector organizations to evaluate their digital readiness.
• Digital Speed Test A self-assessment tool that helps companies evaluate their digital readiness and chart their course towards digital transformation.
• EDIH Academy A platform providing training opportunities and educational resources for European Digital Innovation Hubs. Designed to enable digital skills development across the EDIH network.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1200 clients served and 300+ collaborative projects delivered by CeADAR alone

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Business Hub Central DenmarkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublicly funded advisory organization dedicated to helping SMEs and entrepreneurs achieve sustainable growth. Owned by 19 municipalities. Coordinates TechCircle hub and provides business development guidance.
• Aarhus UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTop-tier research-intensive university providing deep academic research, technical expertise, and talent across diverse faculties for digital innovation projects.
• VIA University CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of Denmark's largest university colleges focused on applied sciences and professional bachelor programs, providing workforce skill development and practice-oriented innovation.
• MADE - Manufacturing Academy of DenmarkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational cluster and innovation platform for advanced manufacturing industry. Helps manufacturing SMEs implement robotics, automation, and digital twins.
• CDEU - Central Denmark EU OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegion's bridge to Brussels representing municipalities, regional government, and universities. Helps secure EU funding and build international partnerships.
• NovaUCDcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAccelerator at University College Dublin providing innovation support and investment readiness services to CeADAR clients.
• Promprylad FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUkrainian foundation supporting Carpathian EDIH's mission to pursue dual digital and green transformation in western Ukraine regions.
• AMA IP - Agência para a Modernização AdministrativacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese public agency for administrative modernization, providing public sector innovation expertise to C-Hub.
• INOV - Instituto de Engenharia de Sistemas e Computadores, InovaçaocoreTechnology or IntegrationPortuguese R&D institution providing research and technology expertise for cybersecurity innovation.
• TICE.PTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortuguese ICT, communications and electronics technology association supporting digital innovation ecosystem.
• Universidade do PortocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor Portuguese university contributing academic expertise and research capabilities to cybersecurity DIH.
• National Cybersecurity Centre (GNS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortugal's national cybersecurity authority providing cybersecurity expertise and infrastructure to C-Hub.
• European Commission DG CNECTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDirectorate-General for Communications Networks, Content and Technology manages the EDIH Network Portal, sets policy direction, and coordinates funding through Digital Europe Programme.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• EUHubs4Data: European federation of Big Data Innovation Hubs providing SMEs with data-related services. Already named as EDIH partner; comparable as a publicly-funded European network coordinating specialized innovation hubs serving SMEs.
• BDVA/DAIRO: Big Data Value Association (now DAIRO) is the European industry-led counterpart to the EDIH ecosystem, providing i-Space accreditations to data innovation hubs. Directly comparable as the quality certification body for digital innovation hubs in Europe.
• DIH-World: Pan-European network of Digital Innovation Hubs (precursor/cousin initiative to EDIH Network). Already named as an EDIH partner, but functions as a comparable ecosystem coordinator connecting DIHs across Europe for cross-border collaboration.
• Digital Catapult: UK's leading advanced digital technology innovation centre, focused specifically on AI, cybersecurity, IoT, and emerging digital tech adoption by SMEs. Highly comparable as a publicly-funded digital innovation hub delivering test-before-invest, skills, and ecosystem services.
• Mittelstand-Digital: German federal programme providing SMEs with access to digital expertise through a network of Digital Competence Centers. Direct peer delivering comparable digital maturity assessment, training, and test-before-invest services to SMEs through publicly-funded centres.

Broad incumbents

• Innovate UK: UK's national innovation agency funding business-led innovation across sectors including digital and AI. Comparable as a publicly-funded national agency supporting SME digital adoption, R&D, and ecosystem building.
• Catapult Network: UK government-backed network of 9 Catapult centres providing innovation support to UK businesses across sectors including digital, manufacturing, and AI. Directly comparable as a publicly-funded national/regional innovation hub network delivering test facilities, expertise, and SME support.
• Manufacturing USA: US network of 16 manufacturing innovation institutes accelerating advanced manufacturing adoption. Comparable as a publicly-funded network of sector-specific innovation institutes supporting SME/manufacturer digital transformation through shared infrastructure and expertise.
• Fraunhofer Society: Germany's leading applied research organization with 76 institutes conducting contract research for industry and government. Comparable as a publicly-funded applied research and innovation network supporting industrial digital transformation across multiple sectors.

Regional players

• Smart Industry: Dutch public-private partnership helping SMEs implement digital technologies through field labs and Smart Industry hubs. Comparable as a national programme coordinating a network of regional hubs for SME digital transformation, though focused on Netherlands.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/edih_net
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/edih-net

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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