From June 30 to July 2, 2025, Clotex-HUB took part in the prestigious international program "EU EDIH Tour," which took place in Lille (France). It was not just a conference, but three intense days of strategic dialogue, technological exchange, intensive networking, and deep immersion in the world of artificial intelligence and digital collaboration between European hubs.
Day 1: Cultural immersion in the heart of Lille
The program began with a warm welcome for participants, presentations by partners, and a tour of the center of Lille.
Participants had the opportunity to learn about the city's history on a walking tour of Vieux-Lille. Along with the cultural component, this was the first step in forming professional ties between hub participants from different countries.
Day 2: Artificial intelligence as a catalyst for change
The main events of the summit took place at the Cité des Échanges under the slogan "Artificial Intelligence and Digital Collaboration." The day began with networking, during which Clotex-HUB established direct contact with representatives of other European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs).
The plenary session "Transformation & Innovation: AI as a Catalyst for Change" outlined how AI is changing business processes, management, learning, and environmental responsibility. Importantly, the focus was not only on technology, but also on inclusiveness, ethical innovation, and the creation of interregional alliances.
Of particular interest was the VIP demonstration of EDIH Hauts-de-France tools, which presented practical examples of using AI for digital sustainability. This gave participants the opportunity to assess how such approaches could be adapted in national contexts, particularly in Ukraine. We also had personal experience of using artificial intelligence in photo processing. Here is the result – through the eyes of AI.
In the afternoon, thematic workshops were held on three key topics:
- Training and skills development, which is important for Clotex-HUB in the context of implementing modern training programs in the light industry, mechanical engineering, and cybersecurity.
- The exchange of demonstration solutions opened the door to sharing technology platforms.
- European cooperationis particularly relevant within the framework of Digital Europe projects.
The day ended with new acquaintances at the IA SUMMIT (INTELLIGENCE ARTIFICIELLE SUMMIT), where it was possible to assess pan-European trends in AI and developments in the creative industries.
Day 3: innovation ecosystems in action
The third day took place at EuraTechnologies District, one of Europe's largest startup incubators. Participants visited laboratories and startup spaces where innovative companies pitched in the fields of deep technology, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
A separate block was devoted to a visit to the Inria research centre, where models of cooperation between science and industry were discussed. Clotex-HUB was inspired to develop its own research and innovation initiatives at the intersection of technology, education, and entrepreneurship.
Results and prospects for Clotex-HUB
Participation in the EU EDIH Tour demonstrated how rapidly AI infrastructure is developing in Europe and how important it is for Ukraine to integrate into these processes through digital innovation hubs. Clotex-HUB not only presented itself as an active player in the field of industrial digitalisation but also gained access to European practices, potential partnerships, and ideas for new projects.
This visit laid the foundation for developing joint training programs with European partners, participating in digital transformation projects within the Digital Europe initiatives, and further implementing AI in production processes and training.
Clotex-HUB will continue to pursue development within the innovative European community.