This tender aims to create hyperconnectivity and advanced supercomputing network services delivering ultra-fast connections between EuroHPC systems, while also linking national and regional supercomputing and data centers across Europe, that are not part of the EuroHPC network.
The target is to achieve terabits-per-second (Tbps) connectivity, enabling a future-proof infrastructure that supports cutting-edge research, artificial intelligence, and data-driven innovation on a continental scale, while tackling critical challenges like climate resilience and public health.
The resulting hyperconnected network will integrate European supercomputers into a cohesive digital ecosystem, enabling seamless interoperability across diverse technologies. Designed to meet the demands of HPC and big data applications, the network will feature advanced and innovative service architectures, optimised to handle complex traffic data patterns ensuring exceptional performance at extreme speeds.
The outcome of this tender will play a critical role in furthering the strategic objectives of the EuroHPC JU, ensuring the establishment of a federated, secure and hyperconnected European supercomputing and data infrastructure. This infrastructure will support Europe’s leadership in supercomputing and innovation, providing seamless accessibility through the hyperconnectivity service area.
More details
The call for tender follows a study conducted by the EuroHyPerCon Consortium which provided a comprehensive analysis of connectivity requirements and network design for HPC systems in Europe.
The call is open exclusively to Member States of the European Union (EU). More details on the eligibility criteria can be found on the dedicated webpage.
The timeline for the hyperconnectivity services spans four years, from mid-2025 to mid-2029.
The estimated budget cost of the tender call is EUR 60 million.
Background
The EuroHPC JU is a legal and funding entity, created in 2018 and reviewed in 2021 by Council Regulation (EU) 2021/1173 to enable the European Union and participating countries to coordinate efforts and pool resources with the objective of making Europe a world leader in supercomputing.
In order to equip Europe with a world-leading supercomputing infrastructure, the EuroHPC JU has already procured nine supercomputers, located across Europe. Regardless of their location in Europe, European scientists and users from the public sector and industry can benefit from these EuroHPC supercomputers via the EuroHPC Access Calls. This access enables them to advance science and support the development of a wide range of applications with industrial, scientific, and societal relevance for Europe.
Additionally, the EuroHPC JU is investing in the development of a European quantum computing infrastructure. This initiative aims to provide access to a wide range of European quantum computing platforms and hybrid classical-quantum systems.
Recently reviewed by means of Council Regulation (EU) 2024/1732, the EuroHPC JU received a new mandate to develop and operate AI factories. These comprehensive open AI ecosystems centered around EuroHPC supercomputing facilities will support the growth of a highly competitive and innovative AI ecosystem in Europe.