About p-NET Emerging Networks & Verticals
p-NET NEW GENERATION EMERGING NETWORKS & VERTICALS PRIVATE COMPANY (p-NET) is a Competence Center based in Patras within the Region of Western Greece, bringing together a network of twenty-one shareholders from industry leaders, SMEs, academia, research institutions, and consulting firms. A dynamic collaboration that drives our commitment to advancing Greece’s digital landscape.
Founded in the context of the Competence Centers Act of the General Secretariat for Research and Innovation (GSRI) and backed by both private and public funding for its first phase, p-NET focuses on three core pillars:
- Digitalization Consulting
- Testing and Integration
- Digital Skills and Professional Development
Pioneering Next Generation Networks and Services
p-NET’s value proposition lies in offering digitalization consulting and training supported by advanced computing and communications facilities operated by knowledgeable and experienced staff. Our facilities integrate state-of-the-art technologies that enable extensive testing and field trials demonstrating the benefits of technology in various sectors. This setup empowers industries to test and refine new technologies, driving informed investments and fostering innovation through real-world experimentation. Continuous research and EU-funded projects keep p-NET at the forefront of tech evolution, ensuring our center’s long-term impact and relevance.
Our Vision
Towards shaping a future in which smart networks and services redefine industries, drive economic growth, and contribute to a connected economy and sustainable society, p-NET’s vision is to be establish p-NET as a highly reputed, innovation-driven Competence Centre in emerging smart networks and services. Backed by expert engineers and cutting-edge resources, p-NET supports R&I activities to develop prototypes, pilots, and demonstrators, while resource-sharing mechanisms drive rapid scientific and technological progress.
Our Mission
Aiming to create high-value, exportable technology solutions and deliver tangible societal, economic, and environmental benefits, p-NET’s mission is to act as a bridge between innovative technologies and their practical application across various verticals, enabling organizations to fully capitalize on the opportunities presented by the digital economy.