Smart Communities Tech Cluster and its European partners are launching the new edition of Partnerships for Horizon Europe (P4HEU) 2026, the international online matchmaking event designed to support consortium building for upcoming Horizon Europe calls.

The initiative connects companies, research centres, universities, public authorities, clusters and innovation stakeholders looking for project partners across Europe’s leading innovation ecosystems.

The 2026 edition will take place online in English on the following dates:

• Online Pitch Sessions: 29 September & 6 October 2026
• Online B2B Matchmaking: from 29 September to 30 October 2026

Participants will be able to schedule one-to-one meetings directly through the B2Match platform and create tailored agendas with organisations interested in future Horizon Europe collaborations.

Join the Call4Ideas

From 18 May 2026 until 25 June 2026, participants will be able to submit project ideas, expertise and collaboration interests for future Horizon Europe proposals.

Selected applicants will have the opportunity to pitch their ideas to an international audience of potential consortium partners and activate follow-up matchmaking meetings with organisations from across Europe.

Why participate

• Present your project idea to international stakeholders
• Find partners for Horizon Europe proposals
• Expand your European innovation network
• Showcase your expertise and technologies
• Explore collaboration opportunities with companies, research centres and cities

DISCOVER MORE AND APPLY NOW

For further information: networking@smartcommunitiestech.it