A - MODEL BASED CONTROL AND OPTIMIZATION OF PROCESSES Newly developed auto-tuning algorithms along with novel approaches to non-linear control represent a notable contribution to the general-purpose control approaches. In particular, the advanced control schemes applied to a wastewater treatment plant are demonstrated to contribute to the improved performance of the plant. B - FAULT DETECTION AND ISOLATION IN TECHNICAL PROCESSES Results of general interest encounter an improved algorithm for approximate reasoning (based on Trasferable Belief Model), robust detection of sensor and actuator faults as well as new diagnostic approaches for universal electrical motors. C - COMPUTER INTEGRATED PRODUCTION An innovative control specification syntax accompanied with automatic code generation has been developed and successfully applied to several industrial case studies. In addition, new algorithms for batch scheduling have been designed and effectively applied in the process industry. Particular attention has been addressed to the organisational activities in the context of non-technical aspects related to process automation and IT introduction. D - DEVELOPMENT OF ADVANCED IMPLEMENTATION TECHNOLOGY This important track has provided significant support to the implementation and validation of the research results. In that respect, several prototype systems and devices have been designed and successfully employed both in projects of our own as well as internationally by partners Europe wide.