After three years of dedicated research, collaboration, and innovation, the CROCEMS project officially concludes today. This marks the successful completion of an ambitious initiative aimed at integrating Collaborative Robotics into Circular Economy processes in the manufacturing sector. Over the past 36 months, the project has engaged with a wide range of stakeholders and has made significant contributions to advancing knowledge and fostering new opportunities in this crucial field.
The success of CROCEMS would not have been possible without the invaluable contributions of enterprises, universities, business associations, VET centres, policymakers, and many other stakeholders. Your active participation in consultations, blueprint validation, piloting activities, needs analysis, the mini-project competition, and the signature of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been fundamental to achieving our goals.
While the project was led by a consortium based in Spain, Poland, Austria, and Germany, its impact extended far beyond these borders, reaching organizations and experts in countries such as Mexico, France, and beyond. This international collaboration has reinforced the global relevance of Collaborative Robotics for Circular Economy, fostering knowledge exchange and innovation across different sectors and regions.
Although CROCEMS officially concludes, its impact continues! We encourage all stakeholders to keep benefiting from and contributing to the project’s outcomes:
✅ Enroll in the CROCEMS e-COURSE – This online learning platform remains open to professionals, educators, and students interested in deepening their understanding of collaborative robotics and its role in circular economy strategies. By taking part, you will gain valuable insights and practical knowledge to apply in your own professional and academic activities.
✅ Apply the acquired knowledge – The resources developed throughout the project serve as a foundation for further developments in the field. We invite participants to integrate the methodologies and tools into their industries, educational programs, and policy frameworks.
✅ Join the MoU initiative – The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) continues to welcome new signatories. So far, nine organizations—AMUEBLA, BIT Management, FEDIT, INFO, INGEMAT, Salesianos, SEF, Tecnalia, and UPCT—have already signed, committing to furthering the adoption of Collaborative Robotics in Circular Economy. We encourage more organizations to join this movement and contribute to the long-term sustainability of the project’s outcomes.
The completion of CROCEMS is not the end but rather the beginning of a lasting impact in the fields of Collaborative Robotics and Circular Economy. The partnerships and knowledge developed throughout these 36 months will continue to influence research, industry practices, and training programs. We are confident that the collective efforts made during this project will support future innovation, new collaborations, and the ongoing transformation of manufacturing processes towards more sustainable models.
Once again, thank you to all participants, partners, and stakeholders who have contributed to this exciting journey. Your involvement has been crucial in shaping the future of this field. Let’s keep the momentum going—continue learning, innovating, and collaborating!
