FutureProofTextiles
Digital and Green Transformation Programme for Textile SMEs
FutureProofTextiles is an international support programme designed to strengthen the digitalisation, sustainability, and innovation capacities of SMEs in the textile sector.
Project Duration: 36 months (1 October 2025 – 30 September 2028)
Target Group: 40 textile SMEs
Financial Support: Up to €50,000 grant
Total Budget: €2,695,182.20
About the Project
FutureProofTextiles aims to enhance the competitiveness of SMEs operating in the European textile sector by facilitating the adoption of digital technologies and supporting their transition to sustainable production practices.
Within the scope of the project, SMEs will receive financial support, training, mentoring, technical consultancy, and access to international collaboration opportunities.
Who Can Benefit?
- SMEs operating in the textile sector
- Companies aiming to improve their digital transformation capabilities
- Businesses seeking to adopt sustainable production and circular economy practices
- Companies interested in international collaboration and growth
Support Provided
Financial Support
Selected SMEs will receive grants of up to €50,000.
Training Programmes
Trainings focused on digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation will be provided.
Mentoring and Consultancy
Participants will receive one-on-one support from experienced experts and mentors.
International Collaboration
Access to European networks and partnership opportunities will be facilitated.
Key Objectives
- Promote the adoption of digital technologies in the textile sector
- Support circular economy principles and resource efficiency
- Strengthen SME capacities through training and consultancy
- Foster an innovation ecosystem based on international collaboration
Expected Outcomes
- Implementation of digital and green transformation projects in 40 textile SMEs
- Increased competitiveness and sustainability capacity in the sector
- Development of replicable best practice models
Project Partners
- UNIWA – University of West Attica (Greece) – Project Coordinator
- BTSO – Bursa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Türkiye)
- BUTEKOM – Türkiye
- AECIM – Spain
- CS-POINTEX – Italy
- GREMI Textiles – Spain
- GW LLC – Ukraine
- CCE – Ukraine
- BDC – Bulgaria
Frequently Asked Questions
When will applications open?
Details will be announced when the call for applications is published.
Is the support repayable?
No, the support is provided as a grant.
What areas does the programme focus on?
Digital transformation, sustainable production, circular economy, and green innovation.
Contact
To stay updated about the programme:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-proof-textiles/
ECCP: https://profile.clustercollaboration.eu/profile/cluster-partnership-initiative/
