AI training partnership with DHBW strengthens EU talent

The Luxembourg AI Factory has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW), a leading German applied sciences institution that combines academic theory with practical work experience. This partnership creates new opportunities for students, researchers and businesses to access AI expertise and practical learning programmes. 

Following recent partnerships with DFKI and SmartCityHub, the agreement reflects growing European AI collaboration and the Luxembourg AI Factory’s ambition to translate research outputs into practical applications that benefit academia, industry and the public sector. The collaboration also complements the consortium’s existing service to connect users with data spaces, research groups and institutional partners, supporting faster and more reliable progress from concept to delivery.

How the partnership supports AI talent in Europe

At the core of the partnership lies a strong focus on talent development and the transition from research to real‑world impact. DHBW may cooperate with the Luxembourg AI Factory on joint trainings and workshops covering AI development, deployment as well as ethical and legal considerations. It may also engage in student and talent programmes, ensuring that practical learning is combined with insights from Luxembourg’s AI ecosystem.

DHBW may exchange academic and applied research outcomes when relevant for the Luxembourg AI Factory’s objectives. In return, the Luxembourg AI Factory may create opportunities for online knowledge exchange for DHBW students and support the transition of relevant DHBW research outputs into concrete applications and scalable solutions. Both partners may jointly organise and deliver future workshops and trainings on key AI topics, supporting the existing upskill and training offering of the Luxembourg AI Factory.

This coordinated approach strengthens the link between academic insight and market needs. This focus on skills development also responds to a clear need identified by the joint Luxinnovation and Fedil study on AI adoption where 71 % of companies replied that the lack of in‑house skills is a major barrier to implementing AI. It creates an environment where research findings can evolve into validated concepts, offering a clear benefit for organisations across Europe seeking applied AI expertise.

Cross-border AI collaboration with DHBW

The new partnership enhances the Luxembourg AI Factory’s footprint abroad by creating a bridge between Luxembourg’s AI ecosystem and DHBW’s applied academic environment. As part of a network of cross‑border alliances, it strengthens the Luxembourg AI Factory’s role within the European landscape and reinforces the value of collaboration across education, research and deployment.

This agreement extends the ongoing efforts to connect capabilities with partners who share a commitment to practical innovation, adding a strong education and talent‑focused dimension to the Luxembourg AI Factory’s international activities. By joining forces, both partners aim to contribute to a more connected European environment where students, researchers and organisations can access expertise, tools and opportunities that support trustworthy and scalable AI solutions.

Training, workshops and knowledge exchange activities

The partnership provides the basis for a set of activities that strengthen visibility, access and collaboration. These range from co‑hosted events, webinars and workshops to co‑marketing actions that highlight joint initiatives in Luxembourg and abroad. The agreement also foresees lead referrals, joint client development and the co‑creation or sharing of training, tools and platforms that support applied innovation. Both partners may also join grants, tenders and projects. Knowledge exchange and mentoring can ensure continuous learning, helping students and professionals build relevant skills. Together, these activities reinforce the shared ambition to strengthen the European AI ecosystem through practical and inclusive cooperation.

The partnership between the Luxembourg AI Factory and DHBW marks a new step in expanding European AI collaboration and supporting the development of skilled talent capable of advancing applied AI innovation. It confirms the Luxembourg AI Factory’s commitment to building a connected and responsible AI environment where international cooperation drives tangible results for education, research and industry.