R2D2 at BRIDGE EU General Assembly 2025: Key Highlights
R2D2 at BRIDGE EU General Assembly 2025: Key Highlights
The BRIDGE EU General Assembly 2025, celebrated on March 25-26 in Brussels, provided another excellent opportunity for collaboration, networking, and knowledge exchange among European projects and key institutions. Once again, R2D2 actively participated in discussions aimed at advancing energy innovation and strengthening the link between research and market implementation.
A major theme of this year’s assembly was bridging the gap between innovation and the market. Interactive discussions and real-world success stories played a key role in shaping conversations, highlighting the importance of translating research into practical, scalable solutions.
Key Contributions from R2D2
Day 1 focused on knowledge sharing, with project representatives presenting case studies and engaging in interactive sessions. R2D2 participated in the World Café Exercise, where ETRA shared insights into the project’s vision and strategy for the exploitation of key results. This session facilitated valuable exchanges with investors and industry experts, fostering dialogue on the commercialization of innovative energy solutions.
Day 2 provided another opportunity to connect with partners, strengthen collaboration, and plan future activities. ETRA contributed to Action #1 of the Data Management Working Group (DMWG) by presenting the Use Case Repository, which has now been published on the JRC Smart Electricity System website. This marks an important step in consolidating knowledge and making key findings accessible to a broader audience.
Looking Ahead
The BRIDGE EU General Assembly continues to be an essential platform for fostering collaboration and driving innovation in the European energy sector. The insights gained during these discussions will play a crucial role in shaping the next phases of R2D2’s work, ensuring that research and technological advancements translate into real-world impact.
Further information:
info@r2d2project.eu
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101075714.
R2D2 Showcases Cybersecurity Solutions at InCyber Forum
R2D2 Showcases Cybersecurity Solutions at InCyber Forum
R2D2 is set to showcase its cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions at the InCyber Forum in Lille from April 1-3, where it will join other EU projects at a collaborative stand. The event will highlight how R2D2’s innovative tools help Electrical Power and Energy Systems (EPES) operators identify and address vulnerabilities in supply chain security. Cybersecurity experts from R2D2 partners CyberNoesis and S2 Grupo will be present at the booth, with S2 Grupo also set to present at the Planning EU pitch area on April 2 at 14:30.
This collaborative stand will gather eight projects AI4CYBER, CoCyber, R2D2, Resilmesh, Sunrise, Nemecys, TRANSCEND, and Harpocrates.
R2D2’s participation in this conference is justified by its developments in cybersecurity technologies aimed at enhancing the resilience and reliability of EPES against the growing number of threats and vulnerabilities that could impact these critical infrastructures.
Focusing on EPES cybersecurity, R2D2 works on developing advanced tools to assist EPES operators in identifying and addressing potential gaps in supply chain security. By detecting vulnerabilities and providing actionable insights, these tools empower organizations to effectively mitigate risks, strengthen supply chain practices, and ensure a more secure and resilient energy ecosystem.
Specifically, the R2D2 Self-Assessment Tool, a key component of the PRECOG product (Prevention Systems for Energy Infrastructures Security), helps EPES operators identify and address potential gaps in supply chain security. By pinpointing vulnerabilities and providing actionable insights, the tool empowers organizations to effectively mitigate risks and strengthen their supply chain practices.
Discover the innovative R2D2 Self-Assessment Tool in this video:
Further information:
info@r2d2project.eu
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101075714.
R2D2 - Supply Chain Risk Management Platform Wins Gold at the Cyber Security Awards 2025
R2D2 - Supply Chain Risk Management Platform Wins Gold at the Cyber Security Awards 2025
Cyber Noesis, partner of R2D2 project, has been awarded the Gold Prize at the Cyber Security Awards 2025 for its contribution to the R2D2 – Supply Chain Risk Management Platform. This recognition highlights the project’s dedication to advancing cybersecurity in supply chains, particularly within critical energy infrastructure and real-world security applications.
As a key partner in the EU-funded R2D2 project, Cyber Noesis has developed cutting-edge risk management solutions designed to strengthen supply chain resilience, mitigate threats, and protect operations in the Electrical Power and Energy Systems (EPES) sector.
This award reflects the collective efforts of the Cyber Noesis team, project partners, and the broader R2D2 consortium, emphasizing their commitment to innovation and security in the energy sector.
If you want to learn more about the R2D2 – Supply Chain Risk Management Platform, watch this video where George Aslanidis and Kostas Papadatos from Cyber Noesis introduce the tool:
Further information:
info@r2d2project.eu
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101075714.
R2D2 at BRIDGE 2025 General Assembly: Contributions to Data Management, Regulation, and Business Models
R2D2 at BRIDGE 2025 General Assembly: Contributions to Data Management, Regulation, and Business Models
The upcoming BRIDGE 2025 General Assembly will take place on March 25-26. On this occasion, R2D2 will be represented by its coordinator, Ugo Stecchi from ETRA, who will present the Action 1 Use Case repository on the second day, during the Data Management Working Group session on March 26. Additionally, UKIM and EDP partners will participate remotely as contributors to the Regulation and Business Models working groups, respectively.
A special highlight of the event: R2D2 will participate in the “World Café with BRIDGE Projects” on March 25, from 15:00 to 16:00. The project has been selected as one of the mature initiatives to showcase its results and engage in discussions with investors and financial experts on bridging the gap between innovation and investment.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the key achievements of the BRIDGE Working Groups in 2024 and engage in discussions on potential areas for improvement within the BRIDGE initiative, including cross-working group topics. The agenda will also feature a dedicated focus on funding and investments, highlighting actionable insights and opportunities for market-ready projects.
The event will bring together high-level officials from the European Commission and its agencies, BRIDGE project coordinators representing both academia and industry sectors, and investors.
Further information:
info@r2d2project.eu
This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe research and innovation programme under grant agreement No 101075714.