Inside the Final DS2 Plenary Meeting in Athens

As the DS2 project approaches its conclusion in December 2026, partners gathered in Athens for our final Plenary Meeting. The three-day event was characterized by high energy, focused collaboration, and significant progress across all project objectives.

The opening day centered on laying the groundwork for our final deliverables. The consortium aligned on the project roadmap and conducted a comprehensive review of the DS2 modules and their current status. We also evaluated our communication, dissemination, and exploitation strategies to ensure the project's impact is maximized as we near the finish line.

Day two shifted toward technical deep dives and strategic framing, with a particular emphasis on how DS2 is powering real-world applications. Technical teams explored the strategic direction for the upcoming Use Case X and finalized the operational logistics for our scheduled hackathons. This included defining core challenges, preparing datasets from all three pilots, setting up sandbox environments, and confirming mentor assignments. Additionally, teams provided comprehensive updates on their respective use cases and technical modules.

The final day was dedicated to looking ahead. Discussions focused on the review demo environment, preparations for the final project review, and defining concrete action points. This concluding session ensured that all partners left Athens with a clear, unified understanding of the next steps required for the last phase of the DS2 project.

Beyond the highly productive technical sessions, the meeting offered a wonderful opportunity to reconnect as a team. We stepped away from our screens to visit the stunning surroundings of the Acropolis, reflecting on the incredible progress we have achieved together over the lifespan of the project.