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ECYBRIDGE

** Project Coordinator, officially launched the "Strengthening Synergies in Defence and Civilian Cybersecurity" Project (ECYBRIDGE-DIGITAL-ECCC-2023-DEPLOY-CYBER-04), the 2 493 118,19 Euro consortium where InnovX is a proud partner in the Black Sea Region. By aligning with existing EU cybersecurity, defense, and research frameworks, the project offers a collaborative platform for advanced cybersecurity solutions in the EU.**

Project Number: 101158784; Project Name: Strengthening Synergies in Defence and Civilian Cybersecurity; Project Acronym: ECYBRIDGE; Call: DIGITAL-ECCC-2023-DEPLOY-CYBER-04; Topic: DIGITAL-ECCC-2023-DEPLOY-CYBER-04-CIVIL-DEFENCE; Type of Action: DIGITAL JU Coordination and Support Actions; Project Duration: 24 months

The ECYBRIDGE project is a pioneering initiative financed by the European Commission that, for the first time in E.U. history, aims to reinforce the coordination and synergy between the civilian and defence sectors in cybersecurity.

ECYBRIDGE is a collaborative effort, uniting 19 public and private organisations from four E.U. member states. This partnership acknowledges the interconnectedness of the civilian and defence sectors in today's digital landscape. The project's aim is to foster exchange and coordination between these sectors, cultivating a unified strategy that bolsters Europe's resilience against emerging cyber threats. Serving as a conduit for ideation and exploration, ECYBRIDGE also offers a collaborative platform, paving the way for advanced cybersecurity solutions in the E.U.

ECYBRIDGE in a Nutshell

Scope Foster dialogue, share research, enhance knowledge, and encourage collaborations on critical European cybersecurity issues relevant to both civilian and defense spheres in the European Union
Strategy Integrate the capabilities and insights of both civilian and defense sectors through collaborative activities, training sessions, stakeholder engagements, and developing cooperation mechanisms, including a networking platform and policy recommendations, to effectively counteract emerging cyber threats
Rationale Traditional siloed approaches to cybersecurity are insufficient in addressing the shared vulnerabilities and threats that require a cohesive response from the already intertwined civilian and defense sectors in the digital age
Alignment with EU Cybersecurity Policies Supporting the EU's objective to create a digitally secure and resilient Europe by promoting collaborative efforts across the civilian and defense sectors, thus contributing to the broader goal of supporting the digital transformation of the European economy and society
Outcomes Impact on Policies and Strategies - Policy recommendations to bridge the knowledge-policy gap, Contribute to the EU long-term policy objectives and strategies; Knowledge Management and Dissemination - Establishment of the ECYBRIDGE Network A robust dissemination strategy; Events and Stakeholder Engagement
Approach Creating, gathering, enhancing, and disseminating vital cybersecurity knowledge, best practices, and innovative strategies to civilians and militaries; Ensuring that the European Digital Single Market remains resilient against potential threats, thereby fostering digital transformation; Advancing a unified culture bridging civilian and military facets of cybersecurity

Project Partners

WP1: Project Management and Coordination

Project Kick-Off Meeting

20 June 2024

WP2: Two International Conferences

Seek to facilitate rigorous academic, professional, and policy-driven discussions by bringing together gought leaders, industry experts, and stakeholders.

December 2024, December 2025

WP3: Four Workshops

Aim to foster in-depth, hands-on engagement and rpactical knowledge exchange by convening thought leaders, industry experts, and stakeholders for collaborative learning and skill-bulding sessions.

October 2024, January 2025, August 2025, January 2026

WP4: Two Tabletop Exercises

Aim to enhance cybersecurity preparedness and collaboration by evaluating and improving incident response procedures through real-world scenatios.

October 2024, October 2025

WP5: Three White Papers

Aim to synthesise insights from the project, prividing actionable recommendations for enhancing EU cybersecurity measures and collaboration, while fostering understanding among stakeholders.

May 2025, March 2026, May 2026

WP6: Two Roundtables

High-profile and timely events that bring together experts, policymakers, industry leaders, and cybersecurity professionals from across EUrope to discuss and analyse the conclusions and main findings on the current cybersecurity challenges across civilian and defence spheres.

June 2025, May 2026

WP7: ECYBRIDGE Network

Webinar - ”Cyber security as means of enhancing cross-sector operability in the EU”
Webinar -”The role of Multi stakeholder experts networks in enhancing cyber resilience”

WP8: Four Training Sessions

Designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to enhance the security posture of their organisation as well as unify approaches across sectors and industries.

May 2025, August 2025, November 2025, February 2026

WP9: Dissemination, Exploitation and Innovation Management

Kick-off Meeting ”Towards a Civil Defence Synergic Approach in The New Age of Cybersecurity”
Meeting - ”Bridging Insights: Reflecting on the International Conference and Charting the Path Ahead”
Meeting - ”Adapting to Evolving Cyber Threats: Insights from Workshops and Tabletop Exercises.”
Review Meeting - ”Setting the Course for a Resilient Digital Europe”

** Project Coordinator, officially launched the "Strengthening Synergies in Defence and Civilian Cybersecurity" Project (ECYBRIDGE-DIGITAL-ECCC-2023-DEPLOY-CYBER-04), the 2 493 118,19 Euro consortium where InnovX is a proud partner in the Black Sea Region. By aligning with existing EU cybersecurity, defense, and research frameworks, the project offers a collaborative platform for advanced cybersecurity solutions in the EU.**