EUDATA.SPACE

Data Federation over European Data Spaces

EUDATA.SPACE enables Federated SEARCH and DISCOVERY across all European data spaces and smart cities.

Open source - Common good - Data Catalog

Explore Platform
Federated Discovery

Technical Foundation

EUDATA.SPACE bridges fragmentation with federation, providing a unified index across domains.

Unified Search & Discovery
Seamless discovery across all European data spaces and smart cities using IEEE Web of Things standards.
Semantic Interoperability
NGSI-LD, DCAT-AP, and JSON-LD linked data standards for cross-domain data integration.
Federated Architecture
Connectors to national, local, and sectoral data portals enabling unified access without centralization.
AI-Ready Framework
Agent framework addressing domains like mobility, energy, and environment for intelligent data processing.
Data Sovereignty
Fully aligned with the European Data Act, ensuring fair access while safeguarding data sovereignty.
Spatial Intelligence
OGC-compliant geospatial integration and IEEE Spatial Web for location-aware contextual reasoning.

Architecture Overview

EUDATA.SPACE connects distributed data spaces via semantic adapters, enabling standardized API access.

National Portals
Local Data Spaces
Sectoral Repositories
Semantic Adapters & Connectors
EUDATA.SPACE Core
Discovery Nodes
Federated Catalog
API Gateway
AI Agents
Dashboards
Analytics
Applications

EUDATA.SPACE connects distributed data spaces via semantic adapters. Discovery nodes harvest and index metadata across domains, which is exposed through a federated catalog at www.eudata.space. The architecture complies with the European Data Act and Open Data Directive, enabling standardized API access for AI agents, public portals, and third-party services.

Ecosystem and Use Cases

EUDATA.SPACE enables a wide range of stakeholders to leverage European data spaces.

Public Authorities
Streamlined discovery and integration of cross-sector datasets for smart governance and environmental compliance (Green Deal-aligned).
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Enterprises and SMEs
Direct access to interoperable, reusable data fueling product development and regulatory compliance (Data Act-driven).
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AI & Analytics Providers
A harmonized entry point for training models and delivering real-time insights across European data spaces.
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Dashboard Developers
Access to federated discovery to build post-discovery solutions including real-time dashboards, alert systems, and AI agents.
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Implementation Roadmap

Our phased approach to delivering a unified discovery layer for Europe's data spaces.

Phase 1

Architecture Rollout

  • Stakeholder alignment (online and at CHB)
  • Technical architecture deployment
  • Index connector development
  • Standards mapping activation
In Progress

Phase 2

Pilot Deployments

  • Energy data space connection
  • Mobility sector connection
  • Marine sector connection
  • Environmental monitoring pilots
In Progress

Phase 3

Full-Scale Federation

  • Pan-European coverage
  • AI-driven market making
  • Data Act compliance framework
  • Cross-domain discovery activation

Digital Single Market (DSM)

EUDATA.SPACE strengthens the DSM foundation and global economy by unifying data access across borders and domains.

  • Removes barriers to cross-border data sharing and access across the European Union
  • Facilitates seamless discovery of data resources for businesses, researchers, and public authorities
  • Enables data-driven innovation and new business models across the Single Market
  • Reduces fragmentation of data ecosystems between member states
  • Accelerates digital transformation while ensuring compliance with EU regulations and values

Digital Single Market

Unifying data access across EU borders

European Data Economy

Enabling data-driven innovation

DSCC

Data Space Support Centre alignment

Data Sovereignty

Preserving European values and control