an ecosystem of European cooperation

France Telecom is a key player in R&D programs through various partnerships, at both national level (RNRT, RNTL, RNTS) and European level (European Commission framework program, EUREKA, EURESCOM). France Telecom is one of the most active operators in line with the 6ème Programme Cadre (sixth framework program), with 35 contributions retained, and has also been involved in the Agence pour l’Innovation Industrielle (AII) (industrial innovation agency) initiatives, notably the Quaero European search engine project and the Maxssim project for the rollout of new SIM cards.

Moreover, through its involvement in European programs on information society technologies, France Telecom's R&D not only contributes to the successful outcome of work on major issues of the future but also acquires new skills and expertise. These programmes raise the international profile of the Group and position it as a driving force behind knowledge in Europe.

France Telecom was involved in numerous projects under the Sixth Framework Programme for Technological Research and Development. It either leads or is a major partner in ambitious integrated projects such as Beyond 3G, home audiovisual networks and platforms, or broadband for everyone.

The group is also a member of European Technology Platforms (eMobility and NEM), which bring together major industry players to define policy and joint initiatives.