Horizon Europe: Innovative in-space servicing, operations, robotics and technologies for resilient EU space infrastructure
The EIC Accelerator provides funding for innovative companies that contribute to the resilience of European space infrastructure. The programme targets startups and SMEs developing technologies for, amongst other things, protection against cyber threats in space targeting space infrastructure, such as satellites and space-based communication links. The aim is to support cost-effective, scalable, and secure solutions that contribute to strategic autonomy in the European space sector.
Practical information
- Application period: you can apply continuously (short proposals)
- Budget: €50 million
- Expected number of projects funded: 5 - 15
- Estimated project duration: 18 - 36 months
- Subsidy programme: Horizon Europe - EIC Accelerator
For whom?
The subsidy is for startups and SMEs operating in the space sector and focusing on cybersecurity.
For cybersecurity organisations, projects focusing on one of the three focus areas are interesting. This is the focus area Space-based Resilience: technologies against cyber threats such as encryption, radio frequency authentication and AI-based cybersecurity.
Conditions
- You must develop innovative technology that contributes to the resilience of Europe's space infrastructure.
- As an applicant, you must not be directly or indirectly controlled by a non-EU country or a legal entity from a non-associated third country.
- You may face additional investment conditions to ensure economic security.
Read more about this call on the website of the European Innovation Council.
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