HCCC Access to European Pilot Lines Workshop: From Design Readiness to Prototyping, Testing and Validation
16 December 2026 | 14:00–18:30 | Amalia Hotel, Athens
From Design to Prototyping: Access for Greek Companies to European Semiconductor Pilot Lines
HETiA, with the support of the Foundation for Research and Technology – Hellas (FORTH), is organising the HCCC Access to European Pilot Lines Workshop within the framework of the Hellenic Chips Competence Centre (HCCC), on Wednesday, 16 December 2026, at the Amalia Hotel in Athens.
The Workshop will take place on the eve of the Emerging Tech Forum 2026 (17 December, Athens), linking technical information and practical access to European Pilot Lines with broader strategic discussions on the future of the European semiconductor industry.
From Design to Accessing European Infrastructure
European semiconductor Pilot Lines create new opportunities for the development, prototyping, testing and validation of innovative technologies, supporting the transition from design to technological implementation.
The Workshop aims to bring Greek SMEs, startups and technology companies into direct contact with representatives of European Pilot Lines and support initiatives, offering them the opportunity to learn about:
- The technological capabilities and available services of European Pilot Lines.
- Technology readiness requirements and practical access procedures.
- Opportunities for prototyping, testing, validation and fabrication.
- Support, networking and collaboration opportunities through HCCC and EuroCDP.
European Pilot Lines and Confirmed Speakers
The Workshop will bring together representatives of major European Pilot Lines and initiatives supporting the semiconductor industry, presenting opportunities to access their services and infrastructure.
The following participants have already been confirmed:
EuroCDP / imec | Romano HOOFMAN
“EuroCDP, a catalyst for fabless companies in Europe”
APECS / Research Fab Microelectronics Germany (FMD) | Dr. Cécile MOHR
“Making Advanced Packaging and Heterointegration Accessible: From Innovation to Implementation with APECS”
FAMES / CEA-Leti | Bruno PAING
“The FAMES Pilot Line, towards Energy saving Chips”
nanoIC / imec | TBC
NanoIC Pilot Line – Beyond-2nm System-on-Chip Technologies
PIXEurope | Marina SANTANA-VEGA
Presentation title: TBC
FORTH – Ίδρυμα Τεχνολογίας και Έρευνας | George KONSTANDINIDIS
Presentation title: TBC
Discussions with Pilot Lines – From Technological Needs to Collaboration Opportunities
In addition to the presentations, the Workshop will include discussions with Pilot Line representatives, aimed at gaining a better understanding of the technological needs of Greek companies, the requirements for accessing European infrastructure, and potential opportunities for future collaboration.
To better prepare these discussions, companies whose participation has been confirmed will have the opportunity to complete a short questionnaire outlining their technological needs and areas of interest. This information will be used to tailor the discussions to the needs of the participants.
The detailed programme will be announced soon, once the presentation titles and remaining details have been finalized.
Participation and Registration
Participation is free of charge for eligible Greek SMEs and sole proprietorships, subject to de minimis aid rules and eligibility verification.
Participation is also free of charge for universities and research organisations, subject to the availability of places.
For non-eligible organisations, the participation fee is €1,500 plus VAT.
Participation is limited to a maximum of 3 people per company or organisation, regardless of category.
Places are limited, and participation is subject to confirmation.
Interested companies and organisations are invited to submit one registration form per company or organisation, indicating the estimated number of participants.
Registration is now open!
Detailed participation, eligibility and registration conditions are available in the registration form.
Hellenic Chips Competence Centre (HCCC)
www.hccc.org.gr
