Recognizing the dawn of a new millennium, EAE reaffirmed its commitment to advancing digital infrastructure. In January 1999, the academy emphasized the critical role of engineering in preparing Europe for the technological challenges of the 21st century.
EAE's initiatives encompassed digital innovation, cybersecurity, and the development of high-speed networks. Engineers and technology experts collaborated to engineer solutions that would pave the way for a connected and digitally empowered Europe in the new millennium.