This MPI programming training will take place on December 23, 2025, and is designed for anyone who wants a hands-on introduction to parallel programming on distributed-memory systems. The course covers the SPMD approach, communicators (COMM_WORLD), process rank/size, and point-to-point communication (Send/Recv, blocking and non-blocking). Through practical examples in Python (mpi4py)—including a simple parallelization demo such as numerical integration using the trapezoidal rule—participants will learn how to write and run MPI programs using mpiexec.
Date: December 23, 2025 Location: University of Montenegro, Faculty of Electrical Engineering Room: Coinis (L2) Time: 15h – 18h
On 12 December 2025, the University of Montenegro, as a member of the NCC Montenegro (EuroCC) team, successfully organized a short training titled “Building a Neural Network, Code Preparing for Multi-GPU HPC and Running Large-Scale Training” at the Faculty of Science and Mathematics.
The training gathered around 30 participants, including students, young researchers, and industry professionals, all interested in learning how to effectively use High-Performance Computing (HPC) resources in their research and development work.
The course combined theory and hands-on practice through a concrete use case. After an introduction by Prof. Enis Kočan, Prof. Igor Jovančević, together with his colleagues Velibor Došljak and Nikola Pižurica, led an informative, hands-on technical session. Participants first learned how to build a simple neural network for vision-based defect detection in manufacturing, with the goal of deploying it on an edge device with limited computational power. Optimizing the neural network requires many experiments, clearly demonstrating the need for HPC resources.
The focus then shifted to preparing a local development environment using Docker, transferring the environment to an HPC system, and finally running multiple training experiments on a multi-GPU HPC infrastructure.
Throughout the session, participants actively engaged in questions and discussions, particularly regarding the practical and technical aspects of applying for and using HPC resources. The training inspired participants to plan several applications to open calls for HPC resources, particularly in the context of master’s theses and startup projects.
An important takeaway from the training was that the EuroCC2 / NCC Montenegro team provides continuous support — not only during the application process for HPC resources, but also during their actual usage, including environment setup, code adaptation, and performance considerations. This event confirmed strong interest in HPC and AI-related topics and highlighted the importance of hands-on, application-oriented training in bridging the gap between local development and large-scale HPC execution.
CyberCo, the company behind the GetMoved platform, has been awarded 35,000 GPU hours on the LUMI-G supercomputer through the EuroHPC AI Factory Fast Lane call. This allocation will support the continued development of GetMoved, an AI-powered system and movers marketplace that connects moving companies with end-clients. The application process was suported by NCC Montenegro team from the University of Montengro.
GetMoved uses advanced computer vision models to analyse short user-recorded videos and automatically detect and classify household items, generating a structured inventory that moving companies can use to prepare accurate quotes. In addition to AI-driven inventory creation, the platform enables customers to receive offers from licensed movers, facilitating a transparent and efficient relocation process.
With access to EuroHPC GPU resources, CyberCo will accelerate model training, improve large-scale video processing, and enhance the overall performance of GetMoved’s AI engine. LUMI-G’s computational capacity will allow the team to experiment with advanced techniques and achieve higher accuracy and scalability across diverse home environments.
The awarded resources will help CyberCo advance GetMoved toward production-grade readiness and demonstrate how high-performance computing can drive practical, civilian AI applications in modern logistics.
At the CheckIn Conference, held in Bar, Montenegro on November 28th 2025, the activities, and results of the EUROCC / NCC Montenegro project were presented. The CheckIn conference brought together experts from the digital economy, technology and creative industries, with a mission to drive long-term impact on the environment – from artificial intelligence and fintech to art, wellness and innovation.
The aim of this conference is to initiate a conversation on how smaller cities can become centers of innovation and how local potentials can be utilized in a modern, sustainable, and competitive manner. The large number of expert participants and visitors not only confirms that Bar is recognized as a city that brings together the scientific and professional community, but also as an environment that actively considers and adopts the latest practices and knowledge of the future.
The Check In 2025 conference is designed and took place on two stages, featuring a total of eight panels covering the fields of information technology, investments and innovation, tourism, education and training, startup ecosystems, banking, the entertainment industry, and the FMCG sector.
During the panel “Intelligence applied”, the EUROCC / NCC Montenegro project was introduced by NCC Member, Ms. Sandra Tinaj as an initiative that actively supports digital transformation and the development of innovation and education capacities in Montenegro through a network of services and expertise in High-Performance Computing (HPC), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Data Analytics.
The panel opened an important discussion on Montenegro’s current position on the path of digital development and the key steps in education needed to build a modern, connected, and technologically advanced society. Special emphasis was placed on the role of NCC Montenegro in strengthening cooperation between between the academic sector and the economy, tourism, and the investment environment as a foundation for sustainable economic growth.
Furthermore, within the EXPO zone of the conference, the Municipality of Bar has also ensured the presentation of businesses supported by the local government through programs aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and women’s entrepreneurship. This is intended for additional promotion, networking, and sharing experiences with other participants and connecting with NCC Montenegro.
The participation of NCC Montenegro at the conference reaffirmed its strategic role in connecting research, education, and industry, and in fostering digital and innovation competitiveness in Montenegro
The Training Programme on Digital Innovation of Cultural Heritage, launched by Arctur (NCC Slovenia), aims to bring advanced digital heritage and Tourism 4.0 capabilities to Montenegro. Under this initiative (part of a project coordinated by UNIDO and the Montenegrin Ministry of Tourism), NCC Montenegro joined as a participant, seeking to build capacity in digital storytelling, 3D technologies, and modern approaches to cultural heritage digitisation and preservation.
The training aligns with the broader mission of Tourism 4.0: leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., 3D modelling, photogrammetry, AR/VR, digital storytelling) to create enriched tourist experiences, boost competitiveness, and support sustainable cultural-heritage-based tourism.
Through participation, NCC Montenegro and other attendees have gained both conceptual and practical knowledge of digital tools, workflows, and methodologies—from 3D capture to storytelling and asset management—enabling them to support digital heritage preservation, immersive storytelling, and innovative tourism products. For NCC Montenegro, this engagement offers an opportunity to strengthen its role in regional Tourism 4.0 initiatives, cultural heritage digitisation, and digital innovation services, which complements its existing HPC/AI and digital acceleration expertise.
The National Competence Centre for HPC and AI held an initial meeting with the Director of the Business Center Bar, Ivana Tomašević to explore opportunities for supporting local digital entrepreneurship, in line with the growing importance of advanced data analytics and HPC/AI services for competitiveness, innovation, and sustainable business growth.
Business Center Bar is a key regional institution fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and the growth of start-ups and SMEs by providing business incubator facilities, advisory and mentoring services, training and education, as well as facilitating access to institutional support and financial capital, coordinating local development initiatives, and supporting project development with national and international partners.
NCC Montenegro presented its portfolio of services, including tailored training programs, industry workshops, technical expertise, and access to supercomputing resources through the EuroCC2/EuroCC4SEE project. The discussion also highlighted HPC and AI success stories of Montenegrin companies, alongside inspirational use cases such as AI-powered tourism prediction models, data analytics for smart destinations, data-driven optimisation in agriculture, and asset-light simulations for SME products.
Both sides discussed local industry needs—including tourism, agriculture, maritime logistics, and creative industries—and opportunities for collaboration. They agreed to pursue joint activities such as sector-focused industry workshops, training support for SMEs, and project cooperation aimed at strengthening regional innovation capacities and R&D initiatives.
EuroCC is pleased to share the launch of the new HPC in Europe Portal, developed under the CASTIEL2 project and the EuroCC network, in collaboration with the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking. The Portal serves as a centralized platform that unites EU-funded high-performance computing (HPC) resources, services, and expertise in one place. Starting with the first key projects, the portal will progressively expand to encompass the full breadth of Europe’s HPC ecosystem, making supercomputing more accessible and connected than ever before. Portal brings together the National Competence Centres (NCCs), European Centres of Excellence (CoEs) etc. and a comprehensive catalogue of training, events, and service offerings.
One central access point for beginners and experts alike – from researchers to industry – to find:
Success Stories & Use Cases
Training courses & Events
Codes & Best Practices
Competences: Expert support and consultancy
Specialised HPC software
Boosting the Supercomputing ecosystem: Designed to increase visibility, accessibility, and interaction across all of Europe’s HPC community.
The HPC in Europe Portal unites EU-funded supercomputing resources in one hub, making projects more visible, training more accessible, and collaboration across Europe’s HPC community stronger than ever.
“This portal will make Europe’s HPC knowledge, services, and training more accessible than ever,” said Anders Jensen, Executive Director of the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking. “It will empower users of all levels to engage with Europe’s growing supercomputing ecosystem.”
Explore the portal and discover how HPC is transforming research and innovation across Europe here.
