Funded projects

MAREK

The main objective of MAREK is to research new coatings and coating systems aimed at producing high‑strength, high‑durability components through advanced additive manufacturing technologies such as DED‑LB/M and AFSD. MAREK will investigate new materialisation methods that enable the precise application of functional coatings with customised geometries and properties, incorporating the development of innovative new materials adapted to additive manufacturing, the integration of artificial intelligence for process monitoring, and validation in critical applications within sectors such as wind energy, marine and railway.

The consortium is led by GLUAL HIDRAULICA and includes the participation of ERREKA, VOESTALPINE RAILWAY SYSTEM JEZ, SORALUCE, ARIA ARABA, KOMAT, STT INGENIERIA Y SISTEMAS, SEGULA, and GLOBAL FACTOR. The consortium is also supported by agents of the Basque Science, Technology and Innovation Network, such as CEIT, GLUAL INNOVA, and IDEKO.

The project is funded by the Hazitek Programme of the Basque Government and has received support from the expenditure budget of the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).

HIGHKOAT

The main objective of HIGHKOAT is to research new aesthetic‑functional coatings and surface pretreatments for high‑complexity metal and plastic components, ensuring compliance with REACH regulations.

The consortium is led by MAIER and includes the participation of CIKAUTXO, RPK, MUGAPE, INNOMAT, OPTIMUS 3D, ERREKA, and IK‑INGENIERIA. It is also supported by agents of the Basque Science, Technology and Innovation Network, such as MTC, CIKATEK, RPK TECHNOLOGY CENTRE, TEKNIKER, CIDETEC, LEARTIKER, and LEARTIBAI FUNDAZIOA.

The project is funded by the Hazitek Programme of the Basque Government and supported through the budget of the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

WINDLIFE

WINDLIFE’s main objective is the research and design of in‑situ inspection, remanufacturing, and functional recovery technologies to increase operational efficiency (optimisation) and extend the lifespan of wind turbines and their critical components. These technologies will enable new management and operation strategies for wind farms, including alternative approaches such as repurposing and upgrading. The knowledge generated will reduce downtime and increase production, lowering LCOE (Levelized Cost of Energy) while reinforcing the applicability of circular and sustainable technologies.

The consortium is led by HINE RENOVABLES and includes ALERION TECHNOLOGIES, GLUAL ENERGY, IZADI, LAULAGUN BEARINGS, ERREKA, and NABLA WIND. The project is supported by Basque Science and Technology Network agents such as IKERLAN, LORTEK, MONDRAGON GOI ESKOLA POLITEKNIKOA, and CEIT.

The project is funded by the Hazitek Programme and supported via the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

H2SKID

The main objective of the H2SKID project is research into new technologies for the production of green hydrogen using a 1.25 MW experimental AEM/PEM portable electrolyser as an enabling solution for supplying green hydrogen to end industrial users (and potentially oxygen supply for processes such as oxy‑combustion), while generating a strong local value chain around electrolyser components and associated hydrogen compression and storage systems.

The consortium is led by SARRALLE and includes ZIGOR, SENER, ERREKA, MUGAPE, FLUBETECH COATINGS, TUBOS REUNIDOS, TORRAVAL, ABC, ARCELORMITTAL, and TEAM. It is supported by Basque Science and Technology Network agents including TECNALIA, ABCTECH, and ZIGOR RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT.

The project is funded by the Hazitek Programme and supported through the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

ZERUMUGA

The main objective of the project is to develop a new generation of large‑size, high‑performance forged bolts made from Inconel 718 nickel‑based superalloy for use in extreme sectors such as aerospace. Advanced forging technologies will be used, including induction heating systems and high‑energy screw presses, suitable for producing large, high‑value components in medium‑to‑high production runs with efficient energy consumption.

The project is led by ERREKA and supported by Mondragon Goi Eskola Politeknikoa (MU‑EPS).

It is funded by the Hazitek Programme and supported by the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

INTEGRIA (ZE-2023/00026)

INTEGRIA’s general objective is research into the structural integrity of high added value components, which will allow Basque companies to access the enormous potential market of floating offshore wind turbines. Achieving this is only possible with digital models as a key means to solve the problems with innovations around the generation of a single integral model formed by several digital models based on Artificial Intelligence (AI) of elements of the structure (transition piece, TP), the anchoring system, the evacuation and power supply elements, the access system or the hydraulic and mechanical systems for the control of the wind turbine.

The consortium has been led by NAUTILUS with the participation of NAVACEL, PINE, DITREL, KERA COAT, COREMARINE, ERREKA, IBERMÁTICA, INNOMAT, LAU LAGUN, ALERION, GLUAL ENERGY and HINE. The consortium is also supported by several agents of the Basque Science, Technology and Innovation Network, such as TECNALIA, CEIT, CIDETEC and the ENERGY CLUSTER.

he project is funded by the Hazitek Programme of the Basque Government and has been supported by the expenditure budget of the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).

FIJATOR

The main objective of FIJATOR is to develop an integrated solution to improve the preload capacity of bolts without increasing their size, along with an appropriate tightening tool that facilitates installation and guarantees the structural integrity of joints. This involves researching and developing an induction heating process that ensures uniform bolt heating to improve load capacity and fatigue resistance.

The project is led by ERREKA with support from CENTRO STIRLING, a Basque Science and Technology Network agent.

It is funded by the Hazitek Programme and supported by the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

SCALE-UP

The main objective of the project is to validate the reliability of large mechanical and structural components without the need for full‑scale testing on large test benches.

The consortium is led by NABLA WIND and includes GLUAL ENERGY, HINE RENOVABLES, VIRLAB, INTZA, ATTEN2 ADVANCED MONITORING TECHNOLOGIES, ERREKA, SIDENOR, and GALVANIZADOS SALA. It is supported by IKERLAN, MU‑MGEP, TEKNIKER, TECNALIA, GLUAL INNOVA, and SIDENOR I+D.

The project is funded through the Hazitek Programme and supported by the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

HYNNOVA

The general objective of HYNNOVA is to conduct the necessary research to create new advanced technological solutions for the modular design and efficient, safe management of high‑capacity renewable hydrogen production plants. A high‑capacity plant is defined as a high‑power, high‑performance production facility that enables optimal and integrated storage solutions at high and low pressure, designed from a modular and holistic perspective to reduce LCOH. Ultimately, HYNNOVA seeks to position Basque companies at the forefront of large‑scale green hydrogen production, storage, and compression.

The consortium is led by BOSLAN and includes FLUYTEC, HYDROGEN ON SITE, ERREKA, SAITEC, ABC, CIKAUTXO, INNOMAT COATINGS, TEAM, TAMOIN, IDEC, and NOVARGI INDUSTRIES. It is supported by TECNALIA, CIKATEK, ABCTECH, and LEA ARTIBAI.

The project is funded by the Hazitek Programme and supported by the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

Energy Efficiency Project – LED Lighting Upgrade

Matz Erreka has committed to IMPROVING ENERGY EFFICIENCY THROUGH LED LIGHTING, within a project supported by the industrial large‑enterprise energy savings and efficiency aid scheme, co‑funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and managed by the IDEA under the National Energy Efficiency Fund, aimed at achieving a cleaner and more sustainable economy.

NIROMOLD

The main objective of the project is to investigate methods for manufacturing mould inserts that allow the integration of structures with highly varied dimensions, from micrometric‑scale channels (3–5 μm or even smaller) to structures measuring hundreds of microns and millimetres.

The consortium is led by ERREKA and includes MICROLIQUID, S.L. with support from Mondragon Goi Eskola Politeknikoa (MU‑EPS).

The project is funded through the Hazitek Programme and supported by the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

SENIOR

The general objective of the SENIOR consortium is to achieve a technological breakthrough in the care and treatment of the ageing population through research into biomarkers, prediction models and biosensing for detecting and monitoring pathologies, enabling the establishment and implementation of personalised treatments for key medical conditions. This includes developing diagnostic devices for early detection of warning signs and advanced, personalised medical devices for treatment.

The consortium is led by AJL OPHTHALMIC and includes COCOON BIOSCIENCE, FESIA TECHNOLOGY, HISTOCELL, IMG PHARMA BIOTECH, ERREKA, TECNALIA CERTIFICATION, and UNIKARE BIOSCIENCE, supported by CIDETEC, LEARTIKER, GAIKER, and TECNALIA.

The project is funded by the Hazitek Programme and supported by the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

SOLIDBAT

The general objective of SOLIDBAT is to research new technological solutions enabling the future development of specific modules and battery packs for CEES, which, despite their potential, present unique and highly demanding requirements.

The consortium is led by FAGOR EDERLAN and includes EG BATTERY SOLUTIONS, ORKLI, ERREKA, MONDRAGON ASSEMBLY, BASQUEVOLT, and CIRCULAR REPLAY, supported by IKERLAN, TECNALIA, CEIT, KONIKER, EDERTEK, CIC EnergiGUNE, and CENTRO STIRLING.

The project is funded through the Hazitek Programme and supported by the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.

INBAT

Conceptual research into a Cell‑to‑Pack (C2P) battery system using lightweight, safe, and competitive pouch cells, with laboratory‑scale validation.

This project has been funded through the comprehensive industrial chain aid scheme for the electric and connected vehicle sector within the PERTE VEC programme, part of the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, funded by the European Union and managed by the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Tourism.

BARNE (ZL-2023/00696)

The main objective of the project is to create a semantic and inclusive web platform that, using artificial intelligence algorithms to automate and optimise design and manufacturing processes, allows companies to reduce the use of materials and achieve clean production.

The consortium has been led by ANER SISTEMAS INFORMÁTOCOS with the participation of ERREKA and ALUMINIOS EIBAR (EIBHO). The consortium is also supported by several agents of the Basque Science, Technology and Innovation Network, such as TECNALIA and HABIC.

The project is funded by the Hazitek Programme of the Basque Government and has been supported by the expenditure budget of the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).

ARKIMOD

The general objective of this project is to develop a modular control system with proprietary technology for automatic doors—both vehicular and pedestrian—ensuring competitiveness and an agile development cycle based on automated validation systems and CI/CD‑oriented environments, enabling progress toward CRA cybersecurity compliance and achieving high efficiency (up to 90%).

The project is led by ERREKA and supported by IKERLAN.

It is funded by the Hazitek Programme and supported via the Department of Economic Development, Sustainability and Environment and the ERDF.