1 October 2025 | Politecnico Milano & MADE Competence Centre
Engage with the TEF community, discover success stories, and explore how TEFs empower AI adoption at scale.
What to expect:
Live demonstrations and validation results from TEF partners
In-depth discussions on policy, investment, and innovation pathways
A curated exhibition of TEF services, specially designed for startups and SMEs (open all day Oct 1 & until noon Oct 2)
Opportunities to engage with EU institutions, national authorities, and technology leaders
Whether you’re an innovator, SME, or industry leader eager to harness AI responsibly and effectively, TEFs are your gateway to accelerated innovation. Join the event to connect with policymakers, investors, and cutting-edge projects to propel your AI journey to the next level.
Register to participate to the TEF Full-Scale Operation Event!
What Are TEFs?
Testing and Experimentation Facilities (TEFs) are Europe's state-of-the-art AI and robotics innovation sites where cutting-edge solutions are put to the test in real-world settings. Powered by four sector-focused facilities - AgrifoodTEF, AI-Matters, TEF-Health, and CitComTEF - TEFs accelerate the safe, scalable, and impactful deployment of AI technologies driving the future of manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and smart cities.
Why TEFs Matter
Navigating AI innovation is complex. TEFs bridge the gap between breakthrough ideas and real-world impact by offering startups, SMEs, and industrial players a trusted environment to refine and validate their solutions. The TEF ecosystem boosts confidence, reduces risk, and fast-tracks adoption, making Europe a global leader in AI and robotics.
Sectoral AI TEFs at a Glance: Impact in Numbers
Powered by four dynamic TEFs with deep sector expertise:
- AgrifoodTEF: Revolutionising agri-food through robotics and AI
- AI-Matters: Transforming manufacturing with intelligent automation
- TEF-Health: Delivering trustworthy AI solutions in healthcare
- CitComTEF: Shaping smart cities and sustainable communities
Recently the four sectorial AI TEFs funded under the Digital Europe Programme (DEP) are being supported by and collaborating under the umbrella of the new Coordination and Support Action CoordinaTEF!
Learn more about the role of CoordinaTEF
