The thematic areas are at the core of ERNCIP and will provide the principal means for achieving the aims of ERNCIP. The thematic areas are embodied by the thematic groups consisting of representatives of highly qualified organisations, such as:
- Laboratories and other research facilities
- National certification bodies and accreditation bodies
- Government departments or agencies.
Experimental facilities and labs with proven expertise in a thematic area are invited to express interest in joining that thematic group. Expertise can be measured in terms of the organisation, or individuals of an organisation, demonstrating:
- Years of relevant experience in specific competencies e.g. 10 years in CIIP and 5 years in SCADA;
- Publications or important scientific contributions in international peer-reviewed publications;
- Active attendance (e.g. chairing sessions, presenting guest speeches) at national and international conferences;
- Patents;
- Accreditations and certifications;
- Awards for excellence;
- Participation in scientific networks or in projects funded by the EU Framework Programme for R&D.
- Recommendation by the government of a Member State.
Organisations may express their interest to the ERNCIP Office by e-mail. You can find the contact details on the Contact Us page.
There is no limit to the number of the thematic groups which an organisation can join. It is also possible to just register interest in ERNCIP without joining any thematic group.