Partnering for successful European projects
We collaborate hand-in-hand with consortium partners to build, deliver and sustain EU-funded initiatives, combining strategic vision, operational expertise and long-term commitment.
EU project management
Driving European innovation through expert project design and delivery
For over 30 years, CIRCOÉ has supported organisations in developing, structuring and managing European projects dedicated to logistics, digital transformation and sustainable mobility.
Our ambition is clear: turn your ideas into high-impact EU projects by combining technical expertise, strategic positioning and rigorous project management.
We help secure European funding by building strong consortia and ensuring smooth coordination throughout the project lifecycle — from proposal writing to final reporting.
Our areas of expertise
We support the full lifecycle of EU-funded projects, from early ideation to operational delivery:
Bespoke project design and proposal development: We transform innovative ideas into strong, competitive project proposals aligned with programme priorities (Horizon Europe, Interreg, Innovation Fund, etc.).
Consortium building and facilitation: We leverage our extensive European network — research centres, clusters, universities, logistics stakeholders, public authorities — to assemble well-balanced partnerships and facilitate seamless collaboration.
Operational project management: Drawing on years of experience, we ensure rigorous, transparent and proactive coordination of EU projects. Our support includes:
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Setting up tools for steering, budget monitoring and reporting
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Organising and leading steering committees and technical workshops
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Monitoring project actions, milestones and investments
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Ensuring compliance with EU rules and contractual obligations
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Performing financial reporting and managing EU funds
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Validating deliverables and supporting dissemination activities
Our added value
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Deep understanding of EU programmes: Our experience in Interreg, Horizon Europe and other schemes allows us to anticipate expectations, structure competitive proposals and ensure full compliance.
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Dual logistics and EU management expertise: Grounded in real-world logistics and supply-chain challenges, our project design is pragmatic, operational and aligned with market needs.
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A human-sized, responsive team: We are known for our agility, attention to detail and strong commitment to our partners’ success. Our satisfaction comes from the success of the projects we contribute to.
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Strong Local and European network: We promote the Normandy region beyond national borders and maintain long-standing relationships with EU officers, programme secretariats and leading European organisations — a key asset when building credible and impactful projects.
Benefits for your company
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Stronger partnerships through the mobilisation of relevant and reliable European stakeholders
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Transparent financial management and accurate reporting
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Operational impact, with deliverables, tools and methods that generate real value for your organisation
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Greater visibility at European level, through structured communication and dissemination activities
Examples of realisations
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Coordination of European consortia involving research centres, industry and public authorities
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Development of digital tools within EU projects (dashboards, steering tools, carbon simulators)
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Facilitation of steering committees, partner workshops and technical groups
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Support for the definition of work plans, KPIs and long-term strategies for European cooperation
Discover some of our European projects
Why choose us for EU project management
CIRCOE has extensive experience in designing, coordinating and delivering EU-funded projects across logistics, digital transformation and sustainable mobility.
We support organisations throughout the entire lifecycle of a European project, from the initial idea to the final reporting stage.
Our dual expertise — combining operational logistics knowledge and strong project management capabilities — ensures impactful, compliant and high-quality results for all partners involved.
A rigorous and proven project methodology
Each EU project follows a structured approach built on clear work packages, transparent governance and consistent monitoring.
We ensure compliance with EU requirements, anticipate risks and provide partners with the tools they need to deliver on time, on budget and according to programme expectations.
A strong ability to innovate and add operational value
CIRCOE brings technical depth to EU projects by contributing concrete operational expertise: logistics studies, modelling, digital tools, CO₂ simulators and pilot actions.
This capability strengthens the project’s credibility, enhances the quality of deliverables and increases the overall impact of the consortium’s work.
A multidisciplinary team with recognised experience in EU collaboration
Our team combines logistics engineering, digital innovation, project coordination and field expertise.
We have worked with research centres, public authorities and private companies across Europe, enabling us to facilitate collaboration and ensure smooth, productive communication between partners.
FAQ
CIRCOE is a consulting and innovation centre specialised in logistics. Its mission is to help companies improve their operational performance, digitalise their processes and reduce their carbon footprint through concrete, tailor-made solutions.
We support both SMEs and major industrial groups, transport companies and distributors. Our clients include organisations such as Leroy Merlin, EDF, Bolloré Logistics, Lubrizol, CEVA, Vatinel, Derudder, Didactic, Natup, CMA CGM and others.
Have a look at some of our projects.
Yes. CIRCOE designs and oversees the development of bespoke software solutions: tailor-made tools to support operations, multimodal planners, carbon impact simulators, decision-support systems or artificial intelligence applications for automating logistics tasks.
You can contact us:
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by email: contact@circoe.com
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by phone : +33 (0)2 76 40 80 00
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or directly via the contact form on our website www.circoe.com
Absolutely. Our INNOV’IN BOX programme is an immersive and engaging training experience designed to raise awareness of new technologies (virtual reality, connected devices, blockchain, AI and more) and to help identify digital transformation opportunities.
We also deliver bespoke training courses to support our clients in developing new skills: Excel coaching, management coaching, training in logistics fundamentals and more.
Our services are structured around four complementary areas:
- Logistics optimisation: analysis and improvement of flows, transport networks and operational performance.
- Digital transformation: integration of digital tools (ERP, WMS, TMS, APS), artificial intelligence and data solutions for a connected supply chain.
- Operational excellence: deployment of Lean and continuous improvement methodologies to strengthen performance and reduce costs.
- Training and talent: skills development, change management support and the enhancement of logistics teams, including recruitment.
