Meeting with Prof. Vladimír Modrák and Assist. Prof. Zuzana Soltysova

The second key event during the secondment involved a strategic meeting with Prof. Vladimír Modrák and Assist. Prof. Zuzana Soltysova from the Faculty of Manufacturing Technologies, Technical University of Košice (TUKE). The meeting aimed to enhance academic exchange and explore deeper collaboration between TUKE and Chiang Mai University (CMU) within the framework of the SME 5.0 project.

The participants discussed ongoing and future contributions to Work Package 5 (WP5), particularly in the areas of digital innovation for sustainability and resilience in SME manufacturing environments. The dialogue also highlighted the potential for joint research activities, future secondments, and publication opportunities, further reinforcing the shared commitment to supporting SME transformation in both European and Asian contexts. This meeting served as a foundation for building long-term institutional partnerships aligned with the SME 5.0 vision.