O-CEI Open Call
Europe’s digital transformation is entering a new phase where the edge of the network meets the power of the cloud and the intelligence of connected devices. This is the vision driving O-CEI, a Horizon Europe project that’s turning the abstract promise of Cloud-Edge-IoT (CEI) integration into a living, breathing reality. By leveraging the power of Cloud-Edge-IoT (CEI) solutions, O-CEI is laying the groundwork for a smarter, greener digital backbone for the entire continent.
The project is actively engaged in large-scale pilots that are already reshaping core industries. Now, O-CEI is inviting 24 visionary SMEs and startups to join the project as Upscaling Projects. Each selected participant will receive:
- €100,000 in funding
- Access to eight live pilot environments
- A seven-month technical and business support programme
The opportunity isn’t just financial, it’s experiential: participants will test their Edge Computing, IoT, or Cloud-Native solutions in operational environments already tackling major European challenges, from clean energy integration to efficient logistics.
Key goals of the open call
- Validate technology in live, data-rich contexts.
- Address real-world problems with measurable societal and economic impact.
- Collaborate and grow within a network of top-tier European researchers, technologists, and industry leaders.
What’s next?
As these projects show, the future of smart technology isn’t confined. The true power of the Cloud-Edge-IoT revolution lies in its ability to solve fundamental, real-world problems in our most critical industries, making them more sustainable, efficient, and resilient.
Projects like O-CEI are the engines driving this change, connecting innovative thinkers with the complex challenges that need solving. These pilots prove that our energy grids, supply chains, and vehicles can become a coordinated, intelligent system.
Deadline: November 20, 2025 (5:00 pm CEST)
Register now: https://opportunities.getonepass.eu/applications/686b9c817bcf244135cad203/start