standards

Bridging AI innovation and

Horizon Europe Framework

European-Funded Initiative

EU AI Act Alignment

about us

// Bridging the Gap

Ensuring “Made in Europe” AI doesn't just stay in the lab.

In an era of rapid technological advancement, Europe stands at the forefront of AI research. But the path from a laboratory breakthrough to a market-ready product often hinges on one critical factor: standardisation.

By aligning technological progress with the EU AI Act, we empower the European ecosystem to lead the global conversation on trustworthy AI.

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objectives

// Core Objectives

Four Strategic Pillars

Our mission is built on four strategic pillars designed to foster a more inclusive and sovereign AI landscape in Europe.

01 / Gap Analysis

Mapping the Future

Identifying critical gaps in current AI standards to ensure Europe stays ahead of trends like Generative and Quantum AI.

02 / Support Facility

Empowering SMEs

Providing funding and technical expertise so smaller innovators get a seat at the global standardisation table.

03 / Long-Term Vision

Strategic Roadmapping

Crafting a long-term European AI Standardisation Roadmap for a clear, predictable path of industry growth.

04 / AI Academy

Capacity Building

Training the next generation of experts to navigate the intersection of technology and regulation.

The StandardAIse Blueprint

Innovate. Regulate. Excel. The European blueprint for artificial intelligence excellence - where every laboratory breakthrough finds its path to a trustworthy, standardised market.

projects

// A New Paradigm

Standards aren't just followed here - they're built differently.

StandardAIse isn't just about following rules — it's about changing how standards are built, pairing hands-on concierge support with live monitoring of the global landscape.

StaaS

On-demand expertise helping researchers transform technical results into global protocols.

AI Monitoring

AI-powered tracking of global standardisation trends in real time.

The Sandbox

A unique environment to test-drive draft standards before they are finalised.

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impact

// Why It Matters

A Stronger, More Competitive Europe

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Increase in Search Efficiency for a Faster Market Entry

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Target Increase in SME Participation

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Market Organisations Contributing and Validating

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Professionals Engaged

partners

// Human Infrastructure

Seven Organisations, One Mission

Each partner brings a distinct discipline into a single coordinated effort.
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EWF

Project Coordinator · Belgium

Small Business Standards (SBS)

Standardisation Body · Belgium

Helixconnect

Innovation & Outreach · Romania

Knowence

Knowledge & Training · Spain

Fraunhofer IPA

Research & Pilot Testing · Germany

Laboratory for Manufacturing Systems & Automation (LMS)

Manufacturing Systems · Greece

Brunel University

Academic Research · UK

questions

// Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

StandardAIse is a Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action that bridges AI breakthroughs with international standardisation, aligning progress with the EU AI Act so European AI innovation reaches global markets.

SMEs and researchers who need funding and technical expertise to take part in international standardisation activities and committees — giving smaller innovators a seat at the table.

A pilot environment that applies draft standards to real industrial AI use cases, then funnels feedback back to Standards Development Organisations to refine the rules.

We align our standardisation work directly with the EU AI Act, demonstrating how it can be implemented practically and efficiently for businesses of all sizes.

Explore the AI Standardisation Academy, apply to the SME Support Facility, or follow the Strategic Roadmap — see the Resources page or contact the secretariat directly.