TECNALIA’s Expertise Powers ECOBALLIFE

October 16, 2025

TECNALIA coordinates ECOBALLIFE and plays a leading role in every work package, ensuring the project delivers innovation and impact. As one of Europe’s top research and innovation centres, TECNALIA brings strategic industrial and technological expertise to the consortium. Their team focuses on advanced materials processing, recycled polymers and ceramics, and bonding technologies for high-performance protective systems. They also develop functional printing methods to evaluate system ageing, supporting long-term durability and reliability in defence applications.

TECNALIA’s Role in Project Coordination and Sustainability

TECNALIA ensures smooth project execution through active coordination and communication across all partners. They’re in charge of Environmental Assessment & Recyclability, evaluating environmental impact and recyclability to embed sustainability throughout ECOBALLIFE’s lifecycle. This leadership reinforces the project’s commitment to circularity and responsible innovation in defence technologies.

TECNALIA Contributes Across Key Work Packages

TECNALIA also sets up the Military Protection Research Ecosystem (MPRE), engaging stakeholders to foster innovation and real-world relevance. In personal and platform protection work packages, they optimize personal and platform protection systems using advanced materials and improved processing techniques. Their work in Proof of Concept studies is essential to ensure that research outcomes are translated into practical, deployable protective solutions.

A Team Committed to Excellence

Behind TECNALIA’s contributions is a dedicated team of scientists, engineers, and project managers who drive ECOBALLIFE forward. Their collaborative spirit and technical leadership ensure the project meets its goals and delivers value to end-users and stakeholders.

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We appreciate TECNALIA’s vision, expertise, and commitment. Stay tuned for more partner spotlights as ECOBALLIFE continues to grow.