The aim of this report is to provide an analysis of the common gaps felt by the three activity sectors under the xBUILD-EU project, namely textile and clothing, construction and advanced manufacturing, when facing the challenges of the twin green and digital transitions, we then try to explore potential opportunities for cross-fertilization initiatives between sectors, trying to open up new products or services, new markets and new open-to-innovation mindsets.

Firstly, the study provides an introduction to the recent and present status of each activity sector and the corresponding trends in business and technology.

Secondly, an exploration of potential opportunities for cross-sector initiatives leveraged by advanced technologies is presented.

In order to better understand their unique needs and objectives for overcoming present and upcoming difficulties, organizations have been requested to complete a survey. The second part of the document is dedicated to analyzing the survey made to a sample of 27 companies of the mentioned sectors, in Ireland, Portugal, Slovenia and Spain.

Direct contributions from experts are gathered in the last part, in order to have a full perspective and concentrate on priority gaps and upcoming difficulties. The survey results have been combined with expert contributions, in order to draw some conclusions on the priorities of future xBUILD-EU training and funding initiatives.