Danube Region Wood Industry Transformation Model towards Industry 4.0

Programme 2021 - 2027 Interreg VI-B Danube

Date of latest update: 2025-12-17

Description

Description (EN):

By providing nearly 3.5 million jobs across over 400 thousand companies, helping to maintain employment and wealth generation in rural areas and contributing to the low-carbon bio-economy, the EU forest-based industry represents about 7% of EU manufacturing GDP. Forest-based industry of Europe is unequally developed, which is especially evident in less developed regions and non-EU countries. While EU forest-based industry rushes forward with great strides (especially Western Europe), non-EU countries and less developed regions in EU countries are struggling to keep the pace with fast transformation based on digitalisation and new technologies, burdened with loss of customers, lack of high value-added green wood products, high costs etc. Although the forest-based industry of whole Europe has a sustainable development perspective, the common transnational challenges in its developing pathway indicate the presence of gaps which this project will tackle and these are mostly due to the lack of I 4.0 implementation in wood industry of Europe, especially in less developed regions of the EU and non-EU countries. To minimise mentioned gaps, the overall DRWO 4.0 objective was set: the DR wood industry improvement through the contribution to its transformation towards I 4.0 transformation. This will be achieved by joint development of the applicable, modifiable and replicable forest- based Industry 4.0 transformation model (SO3, Output 3.1& 3.2; Result 1), based on: a) Interdisciplinary baseline assessment for mapping the stakeholders, assessment of their capacities and provision of comparative analysis of DR countries’ wood industry readiness towards I 4. 0 (SO1, Output 1.1), b) Pilot Environments (PEs) establishment (SO1) in order to engage heterogenous stakeholders to provide necessary input for the DR wood industry transformation based on transnational and cross-border cooperation and c) capacity building (SO2) in order to increase the PEs’ impact among DR stakeholders for potential uptake of DRWO 4.0 outputs. The transformation model is a solution suitable for all Danube region (DR) stakeholders as a transformation algorithm towards I 4.0 and for policy makers primarily, supporting them to take into account a new approach that needs to be considered in future strategies development and decision- making processes. In order to provide interdisciplinary, multisectoral and cross-sectoral connection, DRWO 4.0 links interested stakeholders according to the quadruple helix approach which supports the linkage between science, policy, industry, and society necessary for knowledge transfer, innovative solutions driving and enhancement of regional and national competitiveness with a special focus on SMEs (that will be important uptakers of the solution), national, regional and sectoral policy authority institutions that will be in position to uptake data and recommendations contained in the Transformation Action plan (Output 1.1), as well as in guidelines for the application of the transformation model (Output 3.2). All mentioned activities and outputs contribute to the DRWO 4.0 results as follows: a) one solution will be taken up by organisations (PPs, ASPs, other interested stakeholders), b) at least 40 organisations will increase their institutional capacity through cross-border cooperation and transnational approach (PPs+ASPs+other stakeholders from PEs), c) developed Action plan will be taken up by PPs organisations and included in their business strategy and potentially taken up by regional policy authorities of the DR countries. DRWO 4.0 induces changes in the DR transnationally and will be of special importance for less developed countries and regions to overcome the mentioned challenges and their aftermaths. DRWO 4.0’s transnational approach ensures the insight into different development levels of forest- based I 4.0 in more and less developed countries, and into best practice examples of the DR I 4. 0. In this way, the model gives a new approach based on interdisciplinarity (connecting forest-based industry with IT, design, creative industry, mechatronics, etc.) and multisectoral approach (connecting education, science, research, industry and policy.

Actual Achievements (EN):

The progress of the DRWO4.0 project during the initial reporting period highlights a systematic and well-coordinated approach to project management and implementation. During the 1st reporting period, following activities laid a solid foundation for future progress: 1. Contracting Phase: The project received its Award Letter in mid-December 2023, when official administrative activities for the contracting procedure began with the LP’s deep involvement in the contracting process, ensuring smooth communication with the MA/JS and Project Partners (PPs). By mid-April 2024, the contract DRP0200218 was signed, formalizing the project framework. 2. Initiation of Implementation: After the contracting phase, LP quickly initiated the DRWO4.0 project by organizing the consortium, creating a comprehensive contact list, and distributing key project documents (Subsidy Contract, Partnership Agreement, and relevant manuals). LP set up tools for tracking communication and progress and established a shared Google Drive for easy document access by all partners. Promotional materials such as the project flyer and banner were created, with a focus on sustainability by emphasizing recyclable and innovative materials. 3. Kick-off Meeting: The Kick-off meeting, took place in Ljubljana and brought together all PPs including associated strategic partners (ASPs) and policymakers. The event laid the foundation for collaboration, allowing participants to discuss Industry 4.0 themes, share expertise, and present the detailed project work plan, objectives, and expected outcomes. Additionally, the Steering Committee (SC) was established, setting the governance framework for the project. 4. Project Management and Communication: The LP developed several tools to streamline project management and communication: - A shared Google Drive platform was set up to facilitate documentation sharing among PPs. - Tools were created for communication and reporting monitoring, ensuring consistent internal coordination. - Monthly consortium meetings were scheduled, reinforcing transparent and regular communication. 5. Awareness and engagement: PPs disseminated information about DRWO4.0 through their websites, social media channels, and direct stakeholder engagement -communication with policy level institutions, industry experts and stakeholders, helping build interest and support for the project. 6. Sustainable Promotion: LP developed a project visibility material and technical specification for promotional materials designed with a focus on eco-friendly, recyclable materials. These materials will help raise awareness of DRWO4.0 and its goals to key audiences. 7. Procurement and Equipment: PPs initiated procurement processes for laptops and desktop computers, necessary for the DRWO4.0 implementation team. These purchases were conducted in accordance with DRP rules and national regulations. 8. Activity Progress on SO1: - A1.1 Assessment of the baseline status: -Kick-off event – Consortia discussed about and decided on the methodology which will be used for the collection and processing of already existing data. -Mapping of Stakeholders - The mapping of stakeholders across the Danube region (DR) was initiated to assess their potential for involvement in the forest-based sector’s transition to Industry 4.0. A template for stakeholder mapping was prepared by the LP and disseminated among PPs, each responsible for mapping stakeholders in their respective countries. -Assessment of stakeholders’ potential for the I4.0 transformation – The assessment was performed based on questionnaire (Google Form) developed by PP11, disseminated to PPs for distribution to national stakeholders. Each PP had an obligation to submit at least 10 filled questionnaires which was achieved by the end of reporting period. Analysis of collected data is planned for the beginning of next period. -Comparative analysis of forest-based I4.0 based on existing data – The comparative analysis will be performed based on results of previous tasks and it is planned for the beginning of next period. - A1.2 Introduction of the DR forest-based sector potential for its transformation to I4.0 National hybrid Workshops: Engagement of the stakeholders in the DRWO4.0 activities was conducted by several PPs in countries Croatia, Romania, Slovenia, Czech Republic and Bulgaria. The national workshops contributed to the introducing the potential of the forest-based sector's transformation towards Industry 4.0 and engagement of stakeholders. The DRWO4.0 project has made significant headway in its 1st period, laying a strong foundation for future transformation of the forest-based sector through innovative Industry 4.0 approaches. DRWO4.0 successfully launched, established solid internal coordination, all based on PPs collaboration, efficient consortia coordination and clear communication. This collaborative and structured approach indicates a promising trajectory for the project's success. During the 1st year of project implementation, DRWO4.0 project demonstrated a structured, collaborative, and well-coordinated approach, successfully laying the groundwork for transforming the forest-based sector through Industry4.0 principles. This report summarizes the progress made across both reporting periods (RP1 and RP2). Contracting and Launch Activities - Following receipt of the Award Letter in December 2023, the contracting process was launched with the LP actively coordinating with the Managing Authority/Joint Secretariat (MA/JS) and PPs. The project was formalized in April 2024 with the signing of contract DRP0200218. Implementation began immediately with consortium organization, establishment of a contact database, distribution of key documents, and development of communication and progress tracking tools. A shared Google Drive was created for accessible document sharing. Kick-off and Governance Setup - The Kick-off Meeting in Ljubljana brought together all PPs, ASPs, and policymakers. It set the tone for collaborative work, introduced the work plan, and established the Steering Committee (SC) for governance of project implementation. Industry4.0 themes were discussed and synergies across countries explored. Project Management and Communication - LP ensured transparent project management through: - Shared digital tools for coordination. - Monitoring systems for reporting and communication. - Regular monthly consortium meetings. - Frequent updates to ensure all PPs are aligned. These tools remained active and were further strengthened in RP2 with increased meeting frequency where needed. Promotion and Stakeholder Engagement - Awareness efforts began early, with DRWO4.0 promoted via project website, PPs’ websites, social media, and direct stakeholder engagement. Promotional materials were developed using sustainable, recyclable materials. National hybrid workshops held in Croatia, Romania, Slovenia, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Serbia, Ukraine, Hungary, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and Moldova fostered stakeholder engagement and introduced I4.0 potential. Procurement - PPs initiated procurement of laptops and desktops per DRP rules and national regulations to support implementation. Furthermore, LP developed a project visibility material and technical specification for promotional materials designed with a focus on eco-friendly, recyclable materials. These materials will help raise awareness of DRWO4.0 and its goals to key audiences. PPs conducted procurement of promotional material during the 2nd reporting period. Activity Progress on SO1 Activity A1.1 – Baseline Assessment: Stakeholder mapping began in RP1 and was completed in RP2. LP developed a template for uniform data collection, while PPs identified national stakeholders. PP11 designed a questionnaire to assess stakeholders’ I4.0 readiness. Over 170 responses across 11 countries were analysed. PP11 also finalized the Comparative Analysis based on collected data and input from all partners. Activity A1.2 – Sector Potential Introduction: Workshops at national levels served to inform stakeholders and collect insights for transnational engagement. 11 national workshops were prerequisite for the key event - the Transnational Hybrid Workshop which was held in Gradište (HR) on 20.11.2024, with 46 participants from 13 DR countries. Outcomes were consolidated in the D1.2.1 deliverable, developed by PP4, summarizing expert insights and recommendations. Activity A1.3 – Action Plan Development: LP initiated drafting of the DR Action Plan (O1.1) with input from all PPs. The first draft was completed and distributed by the end of RP2 for review. Activity A1.4 – Establishment of Pilot Environments (PEs): LP started preparations for cross-sectoral, interdisciplinary PEs. A methodology was drafted and discussed during PP meetings. The opening of the PE was scheduled for 4 February 2025 in Pécs (HU). Visibility and External Engagement - DRWO4.0 was presented at several major events including: - DTC Network Coffee Kitchen - 14th Congress of South-East Europe’s Sawmills - "People, Wood, Furniture in the Digital and Energy-Efficient Era" - ChalLEANage 2024 - World Habitat Days. These efforts significantly boosted project visibility and stakeholder interest across the region. Deliverables completed during 1st & 2nd RP: - D1.1.1 – Stakeholder Mapping and Comparative Analysis - D1.2.1 – Experts’ Recommendations Overview - O1.1 (1st Draft) – Action Plan for DR Forest-Based Sector I4.0 Transition - Preparatory work for D1.3.1 and D1.4.1 The DRWO4.0 project’s first year was marked by strong foundational work, efficient coordination, and effective stakeholder engagement. The well-structured project management framework and collaborative partner environment have ensured timely progress and built momentum toward achieving its strategic objectives. These achievements lay a strong foundation for continuing project activities in the upcoming reporting periods. In the first 18 months of implementation, the DRWO4.0 project achieved significant milestones in setting the foundation for a digital and sustainable transformation of the forest-based sector in the DR. Through a coordinated, cross-sectoral and transnational approach, the project advanced its goals in line with I4.0 principles, emphasizing PPs, ASPs and stakeholder engagement. Following the Award Letter (Dec 2023), contracting was finalized in April 2024. The LP coordinated closely with the MA/JS and PPs, initiation of implementation. Internal communication tools were established, including a shared digital workspace, templates for reporting, and regular consortium meetings were initiated, ensuring transparent and efficient management. The Kick-off Meeting in Ljubljana gathered all PPs, ASPs and relevant stakeholders. It introduced the work plan, defined governance structures and set the collaborative tone for the project. Throughout the RPs, communication remained consistent and inclusive. Monthly meetings, shared document platforms and regular updates ensured alignment among all PPs. This structure allowed for flexibility, including additional meetings when necessary and strengthened collaboration across countries and sectors. Promotional efforts began early in the project. DRWO4.0 was featured on partner websites, social media and the DTP web site, using eco-friendly promotional materials to reflect the project's sustainability values. SO1 Stakeholder mapping began in RP1 and was completed in RP2. PPs identified national stakeholders and disseminated a questionnaire to assess stakeholders’ I4.0 readiness. Over 170 responses across 11 countries were compiled in the Comparative Analysis. National hybrid workshops were conducted in 11 partner countries, raising awareness of I4.0 potential and fostering dialogue between businesses, academia and public institutions. These efforts culminated in a transnational hybrid workshop in Gradište (Croatia), attended by 46 participants from 13 countries. In terms of content development, the project completed key deliverables, including stakeholder mapping and comparative analysis of I4.0 readiness (D1.1.1) and an overview of expert recommendations (D1.2.1), serving as basis for the Action Plan development. The 1st draft (D1.3.1) was completed by the end of the 2nd RP and distributed for partner review. During the 3rd RP, work also progressed on the establishment of PEs which function as collaborative hubs for knowledge and experience sharing, boosting transition towards I4.0. A methodology for PEs were planned and officially launched during an opening event in Pécs (Hungary) in February 2025. These PEs bring together actors from SMEs, academia, research and policy to promote knowledge exchange. The project was actively presented at several key external events. These included the DTC Network Coffee Kitchen, the South-East Europe Sawmills Congress, ChalLEANage 2024, and World Habitat Days. Importantly, DRWO4.0 was recognized as a Flagship project during the EUSDR PA8 Steering Group meeting in Stuttgart in May 2025, further enhancing its visibility and strategic importance. During the 3rd RP, the project intensified work under SO2. Six thematic meetings were hosted across the three PEs, focusing on topics such as LEAN implementation, energy-efficient wood processing, sustainable wood construction, and non-destructive material testing. These events encouraged knowledge transfer and practical engagement across sectors. Additionally, three study visits were organized between March and May 2025 in Croatia, Austria, and Bulgaria. Participants visited exemplary companies, engaged in workshops and explored sustainable production practices in real industrial settings. These visits reinforced the value of transnational collaboration and shared learning. Building on this momentum, three Train-the-Trainer events were held to deepen I4.0-related skills within the PEs. Topics included eco-friendly furniture design, LEAN management and sustainable construction. These events combined theory with hands-on sessions, encouraging practical application of knowledge and enhancing participant competencies. Project dissemination continued throughout this period. DRWO4.0 was promoted at events such as the EU CAP Network seminar in Utrecht, the A.L.I.C.E. conference in Ljubljana, the ProMebli conference in Lviv, and a wood-industry education conference in Mostar. These engagements contributed to raising awareness, attracting interest from new stakeholders and strengthening connections across the region. By the end of the 3rd RP, the project had delivered several deliverables, including D1.1.1, D1.2.1, D1.3.1 and D1.4.1, as well as outputs O1.1 (Action Plan) and O1.2 (3 PEs successfully established). These achievements represent a solid foundation for the second half of the project, supporting further innovation, knowledge transfer and sustainable development in the forest-based sector of the DR.

Project outputs: Jointly developed Action plan for the improvement of the DR forest-based industry according to the I4.0 standards(EN)
Three PEs successfully established and functioning in order to foster the DR forest-based industry transformation towards I4.0(EN)
Organisation cooperating transnationally in order to increase the competences in I4.0(EN)
Jointly developed DR forest-based industry 4.0 transformation model(EN)
Guidelines for application, modification and replication of the I4.0 transformation model(EN)
Website: http://www.cekom.hr

Thematic information

SME and entrepreneurship Agriculture and fisheries and forestry

Priority: (VI-B_D_1) Priority 1 - A more competitive and smarter Danube Region

Priority specific objective: RSO1.4. Developing skills for smart specialisation, industrial transition and entrepreneurship

Priority policy objective (Interreg specific objective): PO1 A more competitive and smarter Europe by promoting innovative and smart economic transformation and regional ICT connectivity

Type of intervention: 023 Skills development for smart specialisation, industrial transition, entrepreneurship and adaptability of enterprises to change

Partners (15)

Lead Partner: Centar kompetencija d.o.o. za istraživanje i razvoj

Partner’s ID if not PIC: HR91571971823

Department: Department for Programmes and Projects

Address: Glagoljaška , 32100 Vinkovci, Croatia

Department address: Ambarine, 32273 Gradište, Croatia

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: http://www.cekom.hr/en/

Total budget: EUR 236 700.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 189 360.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 47 340.00

Fakulteta za dizajn, samostojni visokošolski zavod

Name: Fakulteta za dizajn, samostojni visokošolski zavod

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: SI12327883

Address: Dunajska cesta, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Department address: Dunajska cesta, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.fd.si

Total budget: EUR 130 600.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 104 480.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 26 120.00

Агентство сприяння сталому розвитку Карпатського регіону «ФОРЗА»

Name: Агентство сприяння сталому розвитку Карпатського регіону «ФОРЗА»

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: N.a.

Address: Shvabska, 88018 Uzhhorod, Ukraine

Department address: Shvabska, 88018 Uzhhorod, Ukraine

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Sectoral agency

Website: http://www.forza.org.ua

Total budget: EUR 88 700.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 70 960.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 17 740.00

Contractors:

Name: PE Srtaz O.A.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 3282313909
Name: PE Mazurkevych B.M.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 2279709874
Name: PE Kozanevych Ye.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 2586413390
Name: PE Shevchenko K.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 3503807628
Name: PE Alieva A.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 3551411548
Name: PE Fedoruk T.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 3163722244
Name: PE Dashkovsky O.H.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 3174219255
Name: PE Dunets O.A.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 3374514420
Name: PE Zejkan M.J.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 3021009075
Name: PE Tsyngalov S.V.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 2797603255
Name: PE Yakyma O.Yu.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 2771111158

PÉCSI TUDOMÁNYEGYETEM Műszaki és Informatikai Kar

Name: PÉCSI TUDOMÁNYEGYETEM Műszaki és Informatikai Kar

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: HU19308681

Address: Boszorkány street, 7624 Pecs, Hungary

Department address: Boszorkány street, 7624 Pecs, Hungary

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.english.mik.pte.hu

Total budget: EUR 130 600.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 104 480.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 26 120.00

Culmena d.o.o.

Name: Culmena d.o.o.

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: HR72205564976

Address: Maksimirska, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Department address: Maksimirska , 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Legal status: private

Organisation type: SME

Website: http://www.culmena.hr

Total budget: EUR 144 400.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 115 520.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 28 880.00

Centrul de Business din Cahul

Name: Centrul de Business din Cahul

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 1022620007828

Address: Independentei street, MD-3909 Cahul, Moldova

Department address: Independentei street, MD-3909 Cahul, Moldova

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Interest groups including NGOs

Total budget: EUR 92 200.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 73 760.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 18 440.00

Razvojna agencija grada Prijedora “PREDA”

Name: Razvojna agencija grada Prijedora “PREDA”

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 4402665000007

Address: Aleja kozarskog odreda, 79000 Prijedor, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Department address: Aleja kozarskog odreda, 79000 Prijedor, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Sectoral agency

Website: http://www.preda.rs.ba

Total budget: EUR 92 200.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 73 760.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 18 440.00

Универзитет у Београду – Шумарски факултет

Name: Универзитет у Београду – Шумарски факултет

Department: Wood Science and Technology

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 101833051

Address: Kneza Višeslava, 11030 Belgrade, Serbia

Department address: Kneza Višelava, 11030 Belgrade, Serbia

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.sfb.bg.ac.rs

Total budget: EUR 133 600.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 106 880.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 26 720.00

Klastr českých nábytkářů, družstvo

Name: Klastr českých nábytkářů, družstvo

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: CZ27695077

Address: Cejl, 60200 Brno, Czech Republic

Department address: Cejl, 60200 Brno, Czech Republic

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: http://www.furniturecluster.cz

Total budget: EUR 133 600.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 106 880.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 26 720.00

SDRUZHENIE BALGARSKI MEBELEN KLASTER

Name: SDRUZHENIE BALGARSKI MEBELEN KLASTER

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: BG175796345

Address: Mizia str., 1124 Sofia, Bulgaria

Department address: Mizia str., 1124 Sofia, Bulgaria

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Interest groups including NGOs

Website: http://www.furnitureclusterbg.com

Total budget: EUR 92 200.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 73 760.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 18 440.00

Kulturális Innovációs Kompetencia Központ Egyesület

Name: Kulturális Innovációs Kompetencia Központ Egyesület

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: HU18328040

Address: Koller u, 7626 Pecs, Hungary

Department address: Koller u, 7626 Pecs, Hungary

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: http://www.kikk.hu

Total budget: EUR 133 600.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 106 880.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 26 720.00

Lesarski grozd

Name: Lesarski grozd

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: SI23254513

Address: Dimiceva , 1504 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Department address: Dimiceva, 1504 Ljubljana, Slovenia

Legal status: private

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: http://www.lesarski-grozd.si/en

Total budget: EUR 202 400.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 161 920.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 40 480.00

Contractors:

Name: Nana Bistro kft.
VAT registration or tax identification number: HU25802658
Name: Data-Busz Kft
VAT registration or tax identification number: HU13916675
Name: Korhely
VAT registration or tax identification number: HU
Name: Hotel Aquarius Kft.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 14022326-2-41
Name: Pécs-Baranyai Gazdaságfejleszt
VAT registration or tax identification number: HU18306617
Name: Pertol, d.d.
VAT registration or tax identification number: 80267432
Name: Mercure Hotels
VAT registration or tax identification number: HU10684621
Name: At Erija hotel Bjelovar
VAT registration or tax identification number: 04492696075
Name: Hotel Imauer Brau Salzburg
VAT registration or tax identification number: ATU 16187702
Name: Imlauer hotel&restaurant GMBH
VAT registration or tax identification number: AUT16187702
Name: Kuchkwerk catering hausgemacht
VAT registration or tax identification number: ATU79725406
Name: Borger Gremo, d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI59991895
Name: Intermedia, d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI78304431
Name: Sovita, d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI30158389
Name: MGML
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI48922366
Name: Event Media Centar, d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: OIB88690825356
Name: Pri šestici, d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI91494443
Name: Hofer trgovina, d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI91043522
Name: Anni, d.o.o.
VAT registration or tax identification number: SI10456317

Asociația KO-FA

Name: Asociația KO-FA

Department: Project management

Partner’s ID if not PIC: RO26135044

Address: Presei, 520064 Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

Department address: Presei, 520064 Sfântu Gheorghe, Romania

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Business support organisation

Website: http://www.prowood.ro

Total budget: EUR 202 160.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 161 728.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 40 432.00

Contractors:

Name: Cognitive Optimazilation srl
VAT registration or tax identification number: 46554101
Name: SC KOBAK SRL
VAT registration or tax identification number: 12928198

Fachhochschule Salzburg

Name: Fachhochschule Salzburg

Department: Green Engineering & Circular Design

Partner’s ID if not PIC: ATU44554503

Address: Urstein Süd, 5412 Puch, Austria

Department address: Markt, 5431 Kuchl, Austria

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Higher education and research organisations

Website: http://www.fh-salzburg.ac.at

Total budget: EUR 133 600.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 106 880.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 26 720.00

Razvojna agencija grada Prijedora „PREDA“

Name: Razvojna agencija grada Prijedora „PREDA“

Department: n/a

Partner’s ID if not PIC: 4402665000007

Address: Aleja kozarskog odreda, 79000 Prijedor, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Department address: Aleja kozarskog odreda, 79000 Prijedor, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Legal status: public

Organisation type: Sectoral agency

Website: http://www.preda.rs.ba

Total budget: EUR 92 200.00

Partner’s programme co-financing: EUR 73 760.00

Partner’s programme co-financing rate: 80.00%

Partner contribution: EUR 18 440.00

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Faculty of Engeenering and Information Technology

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Culmena Ltd.

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Cahul Business Centre

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Development Agency of City of Prijedor “PREDA”

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University of Belgrade - Faculty of Forestry

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Cluster of Czech Furniture Manufacturers

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Bulgarian Furniture Cluster

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Kulturális Innovációs Kompetencia Központ Egyesület

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Zavod lesarski grozd

Danube Region Wood Industry Transformation Model towards Industry 4.0

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KO-FA Association, legal management entity of the PRO WOOD Regional Wood Cluster

Danube Region Wood Industry Transformation Model towards Industry 4.0

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Salzburg University of Applied Sciences

Danube Region Wood Industry Transformation Model towards Industry 4.0

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Competence Centre Ltd. for research and development

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Development agency of the City of Prijedor “PREDA”

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Project name (EN): Danube Region Wood Industry Transformation Model towards Industry 4.0

Project acronym: DRWO4.0

Project ID: DRP0200218

Project start date: 2024-01-01

Project end date: 2026-03-31

Project status: ongoing

Relevant linked projects:

ROSEWOOD: European Network of Regions on Sustainable Wood Mobilisation aimed to facilitate transfer of experience and innovative solutions in sustainable forestry, contributing to the sustainable use of raw wood materials in Europe. By establishing four regional centers for the sustainable use of raw wood materials in North, Central, Eastern and Southern Europe, ROSEWOOD created a network that links regions and stakeholders from the value chain of forestry and wood industry. The project’s aim was to activate potentials of wood sector and to contribute to the sustainability of the European bio-economy. Four regional centers, launched within the project created a platform for regional and international exchange of experiences and innovative solutions. By linking stakeholders within the value chain in forestry and wood industry, ROSEWOOD supported an overcome of existing lack of knowledge, encouraged the uptake of new ideas and created prerequisites for economic partnerships between stakeholders and regions.
Duration: 02/2018 – 02/2020, Programme: Horizon2020, Budget: 1.500.000,00 EUR. (EN) | The synergy is in following:
a) Thematic scope: the project ROSEWOOD contributes to the sustainable use of raw wood materials connecting regions with the aim to activate potentials of wood sector in order to strengthen sustainable European bio-economy. DRWO4.0 aims to contribute to the sustainable bioeconomy in Europe by bringing DR forest-based sector to the digital, smart and innovative approaches of the I4.0. In general, both projects contribute to the forest-based sector of Europe in different ways, ROSEWOOD as a basic wood industry improvement and DRWO4.0 as evolved, scope specific continuation of the ROSEWOOD idea.
b) Concept: both projects are based on the establishment of centres (ROSEWOOD-regional centres and DRWO4.0 pilot environments) with different expertise focused on interdisciplinarity and cross-sectoral approach. Conceptually, the project ROSEWOOD strongly supported transnational cooperation in the field of forest-based sector which is also the case with DRWO4.0 but DRWO4.0 includes non-EU countries also which was not the case in previously implemented ROSEWOOD,
c) DRWO4.0 uses achievements of ROSEWOOD to provide continuation of wood industry improvement. (EN), ROSEWOOD4.0 Network of Regions On Sustainable Wood Mobilisation ready for Digitalisation
Project ROSEWOOD4.0 is an instalment of the project ROSEWOOD. ROSEWOOD4.0 Main goal of the project was to efficiently transfer knowledge intra-regionally and cross-regionally through modern tools such as digital platforms, digital trainings and solutions, etc. The emphasis of project is on digitalisation of forest and wood industry (social media, online platforms, e-learning) to educate practitioners to share knowledge with greater impact. 21 project partners from 19 European countries, organized workshops through HUBs and implemented activities with the aim to facilitate sustainability of wood mobilisation. Wood processing industry and wood processing value chain stakeholders had a chance to participate in SWOT analysis, collecting best practices for sustainable wood mobilisation through international cooperation, creating materials for training and other activities. Primary focus of the project was knowledge and experience transfer between ROSEWOOD4.0 stakeholders, European partners and Countries.
Duration: 01/2020 - 06/2022, Programme: Horizon2020, Budget: 2.047.901,00 EUR.
(EN) | The synergy between DRWO4.0 and the project ROSEWOOD are in following:
d) Thematic scope: as it was previously described in the section of ROSEWOOD, the thematic scope of both project is in wood industry. ROSEWOOD4.0 is much closer to DRWO4.0 because it introduced and incorporated digital tools in forest-based sector of Europe, although far from the I4.0 transformation model. DRWO4.0 will continue this digital concept based on smart and efficient tools from the I4.0 with the same aim-to improve, open and transform DR forest-based industry according to the EU standards and demands in line with I4.0.
e) The concept of ROSEWOOD4.0 is similar to the concept of DRWO4.0, because both project gathering stakeholders through HUBs (PEs), but DRWO4.0 strongly support the involvement of non-EU countries and less developed regions. The idea of both projects are knowledge and know-how sharing among EU forest-based industry stakeholders so the synergy will multiply impact of both projects.
f) DRWO4.0 uses achievements of ROSEWOOD4.0: developed training materials, roadmaps, communication materials, digital platform, etc. that will be presented and used within the PEs.
GENERALLY, THESE THREE PROJECTS (ROSEWOOD-ROSEWOOD4.0-DRWO4.0) ARE CONTINUATION OF THE IDEA WHICH HAS IN ITS CORE THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE FOREST-BASED INDUSTRY IN EUROPE. (EN), MADE IN DANUBE: Transnational Cooperation to transform knowledge into marketable products and services for the Danubian sustainable society of tomorrow
The rising population and associated demand for renewable biological resources make Bioeconomy a key element for smart and green growth in Europe and for the Danube Region. Successful development of innovative services and new products in this field highly depend on an efficient collaboration between research organisations and regional companies. For this reason, Made in Danube improved the conditions for this cooperation by developing innovation tools which matched with the needs of companies with the expertise of research organisations. The most important project achievement was in the implementation of three initiatives:
1. Smart and innovative precision farming (Nitra, Slovakia),
2. Competence Center in Wood Sector (Vukovar, Croatia),
3. Biofuel (Novi Sad, Serbia).
Duration: 2017-2019, Progremme: Interreg Danube Transnational Programme, Budget: 1.901.275 EUR.
(EN) |
DRWO4.0 and MADE IN DANUBE are structurally and thematically connected, because both of them contribute to the sustainability of EU society in different ways. The most important achievement of MADE IN DANUBE in line with DRWO4.0 is the establishment and development of the Competence Centre in Wood Sector which started to support the improvement of the wood industry sector in Vukovar-Srijem County. Generally, the synergy of these two projects can be described as a common idea for the improvement of wood industry sector because the both projects support successful collaboration between research organisations and regional companies. In the case of Made Danube this idea was mostly oriented to the local wood industry improvement, while DRWO4.0 gives much wider approach that goes beyond the general progress of forest-based industry, because of its scope specificity in I4.0.
(EN), FORESDA: Transnational Strategy on Boosting the Regional Innovation Systems Released with Clear Priority: More Innovation within Forest-based Sectors
By including development of innovative products and services that come as a result of the cooperation with another economy sectors, such as agriculture, construction, pharmaceutics, etc, FORESDA wanted to show that it is possible to transform the forest-based industries into attractive and sustainable industry sectors. This is the so-called cross-sectoral approach. Forest-based sector needs support for improving the innovation culture of their SMEs and this also means to strengthen collaboration among companies, faculties, and universities, research institutions, clusters etc. All those organisations and individuals who are dealing with innovations in one concrete region are part of the so-called regional innovation system.
Duration: 2017-2019, Programme: Interreg Danube Transnational, Budget: 2.128.319,38 EUR
(EN) | DRWO4.0 uses the synergy of FORESDA in following ways:
a) Thematic scope: both projects strongly support innovations and transformation of forest-based sector in Europe by using cross-sectoral approach (in case of DRWO4.0 it is interdisciplinary, cross-sectoral, multisectoral and transnational approach). DRWO4.0 is much more oriented to the digitalisation and I4.0 and it can be classified as a continuation of FORESDA, because FORESDA represents more general approach in terms of innovation and regional innovation system. DRWO4.0 is mostly oriented to the connection of those disciplines that contribute to I4.0 (mechatronics, ICT, design, creative industry, technology etc.).
b) Concept: Both projects are conceptually similar, based on innovative ecosystem creation in case of FORESDA and interdisciplinary and transnational approach which will be provided by PEs in DRWO4.0. It is possible to argue that DRWO4.0 takes into account DR geographic features because it organises three PEs (west, south and east) to provide better possibilities of networking from any part of Europe which was not the case of FORESDA, because all of stakeholders were involved in one innovative ecosystem. The synergy is visible in the progress provided by DRWO4.0 where innovation and transformation will include more stakeholders, extended networks and more innovative ecosystems.
(EN), centrikomNET: Enhancement of competitiveness of transnational business competence centres and networks
The project is aimed at solving the challenges of low competitiveness and the generally unfavourable business environment, lack of skilled labour, relevant competencies in product design, export management, financial management, and marketing by improving access to relevant competencies in the software area through the improvement of relevant infrastructure and services, training programs for unemployed companies and the establishment of a transnational networking model, thus raising the overall skill levels and capabilities of the workforce and SMEs.
The main objective of the project is to strengthen business support organisations in Zenica-Doboj Canton (B&H), Vukovar-Srijem County (CRO), and Podgorica (MNE) territory by applying innovative models and approaches in the enhancement of competitiveness of local SMEs.
CentrikomNET main project results are: developed one transnational business cluster, improved business-related competencies of partners permanent staff and unemployed persons through training and practical mentoring programs, raised knowledge of MSMEs on introducing new technologies and innovative solutions in business operations through pilot projects, and upgraded cross-border partnership model of public, private, and research sector for access to and exchange of competencies, experiences, and know-how for the favourable business environment.
Duration: 08/2022 – 07/2022, Programme: Interreg IPA CBC - Croatia, Bosna and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Budget: 659.563,58 EUR (EN) | This project is of importance for DRWO4.0 due to its idea based on the improvement of digital competences. This digital approach created a pathway to a modern, digital and on I4.0 based concept which will be further developed through the implementation of DRWO4.0 in a much more specific, scope-oriented and wider approach. The network created, developed and extended in centrikomNET (transnational business cluster) represents a valuable capital with possibilities to be used by engaging those stakeholders in activities of DRWO4.0, especially in capacity building within PEs and transformation model development (through communication, idea exchange and cross. -border cooperation). The centrikomNET’s backbone was in three countries (HR, BA and MNE) that after DRWO4.0 PEs constellations belong to the PEs south. They will have an equal chance to be a part of all activities within the PE south with possibilities to be connected to other PEs which will show the way of transnational cooperation from less developed regions, countries and local levels to the transnational EU level. (EN), GreenCBC: Cross-border Open innovation bioeconomy network
Main project objective is to establish Cross-border Open innovation bioeconomy network (GreenCBC Network) as a solution to increase cooperation between small and medium enterprises (SMEs), business support institutions (BSIs) and research and development (R&D) institutions in order to create sustainable linkages between all relevant stakeholders regarding R&D.
Green CBC established 1 cross-border open innovation bioeconomy network (GreenCBC network), organise 4 brokerage events, develop and organise 4 tailor-made educations, organise 4 roundtables, create 3 types of questionnaires (for SMEs, R&D institutions and BSIs) to understand technology needs of SMEs, technology offer from R&D institutions and current services provided by BSIs to SMEs in order to improve collaboration between them.
GreenCBC main project results are: educated SMEs and BSIs in the field of bioeconomy about innovation, technology transfer, new technologies, how to write EU proposal and potential future collaboration, established GreenCBC Network, increased networking, dissemination of good practices and innovative approaches and cooperation between BSIs, SMEs and R&D institutions at national, regional and local level organising brokerage events, and increased competitiveness and development of business environment in programme area by strengthening skills and knowledge of BSIs, SMEs and R&D institutions.
Duration: 09/2022 – 08/2022, Programme: Interreg IPA CBC – Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Budget: 680.529,23 EUR
(EN) | This project is of importance for DRWO4.0 due to its idea based on innovation, technology transfer and EU project proposal preparation. All of these elements will be key elements on which DRWO4.0 is based. The synergy will result with the increased number of innovations in I4.0 and increased number of submitted and awarded project proposal from both projects’ network. The network created, developed and extended in GreenCBC (transnational business cluster) represents a valuable capital with possibilities to be used in the way of engaging those stakeholders in activities of DRWO4.0, especially in capacity building within PEs and transformation model development (through communication, idea exchange and cross-border cooperation).
The GreenCBC’s backbone was in three countries (HR, BA and MNE) that after DRWO4.0 PEs constellations belong to the PEs south. They will have an equal chance to be a part of all activities within the PE south with possibilities to be connected to other PEs which will show the way of transnational cooperation from less developed regions, countries and local levels to the transnational EU level.
(EN), The DIGIT-FUR project (Impacts of the Digital Transformation in the Wood Furniture Industry), involved 43 European multidisciplinary experts, which carried out a Delphi analysis of how digitalisation will transform during next years the furniture industry in Europe. The project has identified the most probable scenario for the sector in 2025, analysing the effects that digitisation may cause in relation to tasks, occupational risks and the new training needs of workers.
It was implemented with the financial support of the European Commission and with the support of EFBWW (European Federation of Building and Woodworkers), UEA (Union Européenne de l'Améublement) and EFIC (European Furniture Industries Confederation).
The first project step was to identify the structural situation of the wood furniture sector, with a special attention on the digitisation state of the art along the whole value chain, but also key occupations (skills and health and safety) and market trends & other drivers of change.
Then, following the identification of the possible sector scenarios due to digitalization by 2025 through a Delphi method research involving key stakeholders and a multidiscipline team of experts, the project analysed:
a) New functions and requirements for jobs in each scenario,
b) How the changes in these scenarios will impact (positively or negatively) health and safety risks of workplaces (e.g. more sedentary tasks, more responsibility and stress, eyestrain, etc.),
c) Appropriate digital (and other) skills and knowledge that better match with new jobs requirements and functions.
Execution period: 01/03/2017 - 28/02/2019
(EN) | DRWO4.0 and DIGIT-FUR have common thematic scope and the synergy between these two projects is in following elements:
a) Both projects analyse the current state of the art of wood industry using standard scientific methodology based on Delphi analysis in case of DIGIT-FUR and comparative analysis of DR forest-based industry state of the art in case of DRWO4.0,
b) both projects have the mission to provide new insight into digitalisation of wood industry (in case of DIGIT-FUR it is the prediction model and in terms of DRWO4.0 it is transformation model towards I4.0),
c) both projects are based on multidisciplinarity, involving a wide range of experts from different fields and both projects defining appropriate digital skills and knowledge that will be important in new job creation. In the case of DRWO4.0 this will be production of high value-added products based on digital and smart skills,
d) Both projects have in focus the furniture industry due to its importance in the development of the whole Europe. DRWO4.0 uses furniture industry representatives to provide best practice examples in digitalisation and transformation towards I4.0. (EN), Industry 4.0 initiatives
National Industry 4.0 initiatives are plans or policy documents that describe each country’s vision of the opportunity and challenges that these disruptive technologies present to manufacturers. It is needed to explain that do not all DR countries have the national I4.0 initiatives, especially those which are not a part of the EU. One of the most recognised national I4.0 strategies is from German and it can be really good model for the future development of other national initiatives. In general, I4.0 initiatives should address:
Governments — Industry 4.0 initiatives represent important priorities and development goals to help identify changes in policies, incentives, and ideal standard practices.
Private sector companies — initiatives identify new opportunities brought forth by the real-time access to the intelligence, and point to incentives and sources of investment to transform the way they conduct the business.
Academic institutions — initiatives help identify which technologies or resources need to be strengthened to support innovation during or initial research or advanced R&D phases. Educators can use national development plans to determine which types of training and education to develop or offer to non-university students.
Community — established or newly graduated engineering professionals can use initiatives to identify likely trends in manufacturing tech development, education, and employment. Initiatives are a great place to start looking for indicators of current and future needs for manufacturing professionals and technical specialists.
(EN) | DRWO4.0 and Industry4.0 initiatives gather representatives from policy level, industry (private companies, SMEs), research and higher education institutions (academia), and community. In this way, they both support cross-sectoral approach according to the quadruple helix. The synergy of initiatives that DRWO4.0 uses is contained in general approach that I4.0 initiative provides, in the case of DRWO4.0, mirrored to the forest-based sector of DR. This will be a good chance to incorporate results and outcomes of DRWO4.0 into a future I4.0 initiatives that will be narrowly oriented to the forest-based sector. (EN)

Total budget/expenditure: EUR 1 946 560.00

Total EU funding (amount): EUR 1 557 248.00

Total EU funding (co-financing rate): 80.00%

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Investments, deliverables, policy contributions

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Deliverables:

Baseline status assessment report
The overview of experts’ recommendations for the Action Plan Development and PEs establishment
Comments and recommendations on the proposed Action plan
Report on the establishment of three PEs (M12)
Report on PEs extent and organised thematic events
Report on study visit implementation and best practice examples collected
Promotion video materials
Programme for train-the-trainers
Report on train-the-trainer
Report on workshop with collection of ideas for Transformation model development
Report on progress in Transformation model development
Report on the progress in potential uptake of the solution by target groups

Contribution to wider strategies and policies:

EUStrategyDanubeRegion DRWO4.0 strongly contributes the objectives of the EUSDR in its pillar C (PA7,8,9) and pillar D (PA10) in following ways:
-PA7 (knowledge society) will be strengthen by all activities planned by the project. During SO1 the potential for the investment in R&I of the wood-based I4.0 will be assessed and the data will be contained in the Output 1.1. In SO2 and SO3, the precise data on needs, challenges, transformation, and networking potentials will also contribute the priority area and potential investments because they create a clear picture of the state of the art from the local to the transnational level.
-PA8 (Competitiveness of enterprises)-since the project includes and supports the involvement of SMEs, it gives the chance for strengthening cooperation and knowledge exchange through the activities within the PEs. This will lead to the improvement of business approaches, especially in less developed or rural areas, eliminating cross-border barriers. I4.0 can be a starting point for new SMEs establishment or establishment of start-ups based on the digital approaches.
-PA9 (people&skills)-DRWO4.0 provides equal opportunities for all stakeholders directly or indirectly involved in the project implementation. Through the project events (SO2) and project outputs, digital skills will be increased especially among the stakeholders of less developed regions, but based on their needs, challenges and potentials (bottom-up approach).
-PA10 (institutional capacity and cooperation)-all activities will increase institutional capacity of PPs, ASPs, and directly or indirectly involved stakeholders. This will especially provide the link between science, industry, and policy. At the end it is planned to increase institutional capacity of 40 target group organisations, involved in the project.
EuropeanGreenDeal DRWO4.0 contributes to the EU Green Deal in following ways:
a) it supports the transformation of the DR forest-based bioeconomy into a modern, resource efficient, and competitive economy by delivering the Transformation Model (SO3, A3.2&3.3) and capacity building (SO2) within PEs (A1.1&A1.2),
b) it contributes to the creation of competitive and resilient industry by engaging stakeholders in PEs (A1.3) and by developing (A3.2&3.3) and proposing Transformation Model to the policy sector for discussion and potential uptake (A3.3) in order to open DR forest-based industry towards I4.0. In this implementation especially focus will be put on less developed regions and non-EU countries (BA, RS, MD, UK), because it is important not to leave anyone behind which is one of the target activities in the implementation of the EGD.
c) it supports indirectly the climate neutrality by 2030/2050 through a methodology for the digitalisation of forest-based industry’s SMEs which leads to the development of high value-added products and at the same time less consumption and exploitation of raw wood materials and less GHG emission which is needed for decarbonisation of the forest-based sector in the DR,
d) it contributes to the circular economy through the transformation of the DR forest-based industry according to the industry 4.0 standards. The contribution will be achieved by applying the Transformation Model among DR forest-based industry SMEs. This will help them to increase efficiency in wood processing and production through optimisation, less time consumption, less biomass residues production etc. All mentioned contributes to the EU Green Deal Industrial Strategy (in the key area of shaping Europe’s digital future) and the Action plan of circular economy (in key areas of product design and job creation).
TerritorialAgenda2030 DRWO4.0 also addresses the main priorities of the Territorial Agenda because it connects 10 countries (SI, DE, AT, CZ, HR, HU, BA, RS, BG, UA and MD) through 3 PEs. DRWO4.0 contributes in following key areas of the Territorial Agenda:
a) It supports an idea of balanced Europe-by connecting less developed regions of the EU in balanced partnership (Vukovar-Srijem County HR and with AT and HU partners) and by involving non-EU countries (BA, RS, MD and UA) in activities of DRWO4.0,
b) It contributes to the functional regions supporting their digital transformation according to the I4.0 through 3 PEs (west, south east). This will be achieved by the involvement of regional representatives (all interested stakeholders) from the forest-based sector in activities foreseen in PEs (SO1). The regional policy involvement and involvement of regional development agencies from HR (Vukovar-Srijem County, PORA), UA (FORZA) and BA (Ministry of Economy and Entrepreneurship) will strongly support functional DRs, because their involvement in DRWO4.0 gives them opportunity for collaboration with other policy authorities from Europe for sharing the idea of digitalisation, smart specialisation and I4.0 which will provide free idea creation and free know-how distribution,
c) By connecting heterogeneous PPs from different EU and non-EU countries the preconditions for the integration beyond boarders will be met. PEs are transnationally organised virtual environments that help in job creation, project development, international cooperation and similar activities that lead to a better connection and mobility of workforces beyond the borders,
d) DRWO4.0 supports circular economy within the priority Green Europe as it was described in the section EU Green Deal.
Other EU Strategy of Forestry
The Transformation Model will promote sustainable forest bioeconomy based on I4.0 which contributes to the development of high value-added durable wood products. DRWO4.0 provides development of skills and competences of interested stakeholders supporting them to apply a sustainable forest-based bioeconomy established on sustainable I4.0 transformation. The activities will lead to the less consumption and exploitation of forest potentials because through the incorporation of I4.0 standards the high value-added wood products will be created, as an exchange for mass raw wood materials exploitation and production of cheap or semi-final products.
Other EU Strategy of Bioeconomy:
The bioeconomy covers all sectors and systems that rely on biological resources, especially all economic and industrial sectors that use biological resources and processes to produce food, feed, bio-based products, energy and services.
The project DRWO4.0 contributes to the Strategy of Bioeconomy in following ways:
a) it contributes to the digitalisation with the aim to create new, high value-added final wood products that will lead to the less exploitation of existing natural forest-based resources,
b) it raises the awareness on digitalisation creating and supporting the creation of knowledge society which contributes to strengthening of European competitiveness and job creation.
c) it supports cascading use of raw materials in their finalisation, because the incorporation of digital tools provides optimisation in wood processing and work with minimum or zero losses.
d) DRWO4.0 activities contribute to the SDG 9: industry, innovation and infrastructure, because the project is based on the development of DR forest-based industry 4.0 innovative solution. Besides, with its strong transnational aspect, DRWO4.0 contributes to the fulfillemnt of SDG 17: partnership for goals.
Other EU industrial strategy
The EU Industrial Strategy outlines three drivers for industrial transformation: global competition, climate neutrality, and a digital future. All of these three are embedded in the the core idea of DRWO4.0 in following ways:
a) by raising the awareness on digitalisation, DRWO4.0 creates the knowledge society making big strides towards modern and digital Europe. I4.0 is definitely the goal of most DR countries and especially less developed regions. Making the forest-based industry digitally stronger will raise the competitiveness of SMEs of the DR forest-based industry, but it will also include the cross-sectoral transformation from the local community to the policy level. This represents a small piece on the stage of global competition.
b) DRWO4.0 indirectly contributes to climate neutrality. THis will be ensured by the uptake of a solution and jointly developed Action plan. The sequence of the contribution to the climate neutrality is: solution development-solution taken up by stakeholders-solution provides optimisation of processes resulting with lower costs and lower environmental pollution.
c) DRWO4.0 provides a digital future for the DR forest-based industry which also has the sustainability aspect within PEs' activities. Idea exchange, common project/products developed on the I4.0 will be the key of future digitalisation and digital high value-added products development.

Programme Common Output Indicator:

RCO 084 - Pilot actions developed jointly and implemented in projects, Measurement unit:
RCO 116 - Jointly developed solutions, Measurement unit:
RCO 083 - Strategies and action plans jointly developed, Measurement unit:
RCO 087 - Organisations cooperating across borders, Measurement unit:

Delivered output indicator(s):

(RCO83) Strategies and action plans jointly developed: 1.0
(RCO84) Pilot actions developed jointly and implemented in projects : 3.0

Programme Common Result Indicator:

RCR 104 - Solutions taken up or up-scaled by organisations, Measurement unit:
RCR 079 - Joint strategies and action plans taken up by organisations, Measurement unit:

Programme Result Indicator:

ISI - Organisations with increased institutional capacity due to their participation in cooperation activities across the borders, Measurement unit: No. of organisations

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