Luxembourg AI Factory sets new milestone

On 2 December 2025, the Luxembourg Data Summit became the stage for a major step forward in Luxembourg’s digital transformation: the official launch of the Luxembourg AI Factory. Built as a consortium of national players with different areas of expertise, the Factory is designed to help businesses of all sizes turn artificial intelligence into a driver of competitiveness and growth, while connecting Luxembourg’s expertise to European strategies. 

Bridging national and European strategies 

The first panel, “Luxembourg AI Factory: Bridging national and European strategies”, highlighted the unique value of this collaborative model. Mario Grotz, CEO of Luxinnovation, stressed that the Luxembourg AI Factory’s mission is to support companies across sectors, with a strong focus on SMEs and startups. “We know the landscape very well. We need to go to the companies proactively where we know there is potential” he said, underlining the importance of identifying use cases and integrating AI models into business operations. 

Arnaud Lambert, CEO of LuxProvide, emphasised the role of Meluxina, Luxembourg’s supercomputer, in powering AI services. “We run it for startups, banks and pharmaceuticals, because we are highly secured and that is very unique in Europe,” he said. With Meluxina-AI set to become 15 times more powerful, Luxembourg is positioning itself as a mid‑scale European provider of secure infrastructure. 

Keynote speaker Peter Hinssen brought a global perspective, contrasting the US market‑driven approach with Europe’s government‑driven initiatives.  

“The digital transformation was the appetizer; AI is the main course.” Peter Hinssen, Serial Entrepreneur, Best-selling Author, London Business School Lecturer  

He urged Europe to accelerate, adding: “Initiatives like the Luxembourg AI Factory are great, but you should do it much faster and much more.” He also pointed to the need for building skills and competencies, and for Europe to define where it can be distinctive. 

While the speakers acknowledged that Europe cannot currently match the major players in terms of capital, they emphasised the ambition to develop complementary expertise and make sure that AI is trustworthy and human-centered. By strengthening these competencies, the ecosystem can mature and deliver impact in targeted areas and sectors.  

Accelerating companies on their AI journey

The second panel, “Luxembourg AI Factory – Accelerating Companies on their AI Journey”, focused on practical advice for businesses.  

“It’s about creating an environment in your companies that enables people to use AI.” Stefanie Östlund, University of Luxembourg

Christophe Trefois from the Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS) highlighted the growing importance of data as a service. He explained that governance models, access rights and stewardship are central to unlocking AI’s potential. “What we are trying to do here, is help you create data products,” he said, adding: “Use data as a service concept to unlock AI.” 

Other panellists encouraged companies to test early and leverage Luxembourg’s ecosystem. As Luis Peres Sanchez from Alizé put it: “Focus on added value, on competitive advantage and on differentiating yourself.” 

The Luxembourg AI Factory offers a comprehensive service catalogue that helps companies identify relevant use cases, access the right datasets and infrastructure, and scale their AI models effectively. This catalogue is delivered through the consortium members with Luxinnovation acting as a single-entry point for businesses seeking tailored support.  

The AI Factory supports businesses of all sizes and in all sectors but has a particular strength in four strategic sectors where Luxembourg has deep expertise and data assets: finance, space, cybersecurity and green economy. The service catalogue ensures that companies can leverage AI to achieve measurable impact and long‑term competitiveness both in Luxembourg and beyond. 

The presentations at the Data Summit positioned the Luxembourg AI Factory as a catalyst for innovation, helping companies accelerate their AI journey while strengthening Europe’s digital sovereignty.