Who we are
Pilots4U is Europe’s leading platform connecting Bioinnovators with Pilot and Demo Infrastructures. By bringing information on facilities, technologies, capacities and expertise together in one accessible database, Pilots4U helps innovators identify the right partners to test, scale up and demonstrate sustainable biobased processes. Our goal is to make Europe’s technology infrastructure landscape more visible, accessible and connected, accelerating the development and market uptake of bio-based innovations.
Project COPILOT
The COPILOT project aims to advance the European bioeconomy by creating an platform to connect Bioinnovators, Pilot and Demo Infrastructures (PDIs), and Enablers. It builds on the success of previous initiatives like Pilots4U, which created a comprehensive and interconnected ecosystem to accelerate the scaling up of biobased innovations. COPILOT integrates an extensive database of PDIs across Europe. This database ensures efficient access for Bioinnovators while encourage collaboration and knowledge exchange. This self-sustaining community platform provides essential training, matchmaking opportunities, and open calls to stimulate participation and foster growth.
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Database
The Next Generation Pilots4U Database
The Pilots4U database is an for the . Within this particular database, “bioeconomy” is translated into the 11 following main technology areas: size reduction and homogenisation, thermal and pressure techniques, pulping, fermentation and digestion, enzymatic catalysis, chemical conversions, thermochemical conversions, material technologies, separation technologies, sterilisation technologies, Algae technologies. You can further finetune your search into 51 different technologies.
Our partners
A Collaborative Network of Bioeconomy Leaders
COPILOT is backed by a strong consortium of partners who are leaders in the bioeconomy field. Our partners include pilot and demonstration facility providers, research institutions, industry networks, and clusters from across Europe. Together, they bring diverse expertise and resources to support the scale-up of biobased technologies. This collaboration ensures that COPILOT’s platform offers comprehensive services, from access to state-of-the-art facilities to training, support, and valuable networking opportunities for innovators and enablers.
Research Infrastructures
Driving Innovation Through State-of-the-Art Facilities
COPILOT partners with cutting-edge research infrastructures across Europe to support the development and scale-up of sustainable biobased solutions. COPILOT helps bridge the gap between research and commercialization, as well as accelerate the growth of the bioeconomy.
Any questions?
If you have any questions about COPILOT or want to learn more, feel free to reach out to us. We’re here to help!
COPILOT Supporting the Redevelopment and Upgrade of Pilots4U