Preparedness support and mutual assistance
The Preparedness Support and Mutual Assistance funding program aims to enhance Europe's cybersecurity resilience by complementing national efforts and fostering collaboration among Member States. This initiative provides crucial knowledge and expertise to improve preparedness for cyber threats and incidents, supporting mutual assistance for both proactive measures and incident response.
Who is Funded for Cybersecurity Preparedness?
The "Preparedness Support and Mutual Assistance" program targets a broad range of entities across EU Member States and EEA countries, focusing on strengthening cybersecurity resilience. Eligible participants include public and private organizations, with a particular emphasis on those operating in critical sectors and small to medium-sized enterprises.
What Cybersecurity Activities are Funded?
This program funds a range of activities focused on strengthening cybersecurity capabilities and response mechanisms. It supports initiatives across critical sectors and emphasizes the development and deployment of practical tools and services that enhance preparedness and risk management.
Type and Scope of Cybersecurity Funding
The "Preparedness Support and Mutual Assistance" program provides substantial financial backing in the form of grants, with a significant overall budget allocated to enhance cybersecurity capabilities across Europe.
Conditions and Requirements for Cybersecurity Proposals
Applicants to the "Preparedness Support and Mutual Assistance" program must adhere to specific conditions and requirements outlined in the call document, covering eligibility, application structure, and various operational provisions. These stipulations ensure proper project execution, financial management, and ethical considerations.
Cybersecurity Application Procedure
The application process for this program follows a single-stage submission procedure, requiring applicants to prepare and submit proposals through a dedicated online system. The evaluation and award processes are guided by specific criteria outlined in the call documentation.
Legal Basis of the Cybersecurity Program
The "Preparedness Support and Mutual Assistance" program operates under a clear legal framework established by EU regulations and specific work programmes, ensuring transparency and adherence to financial guidelines.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
35,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
35,000,000 €
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
EU Member States and EEA countries (Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein)
Sectors:
Energy Production and Supply, Transportation and Logistics, Financial Technology, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development
Beneficiaries:
Entities in NIS2 sectors (e.g., energy, transport, banking), SMEs, start-ups, public or private bodies, non-profit organizations, research organizations, public administrations.
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Implementation, Service Delivery, Capacity Building, Monitoring, Evaluation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Invertical Technologies LTD, BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL SRL, DIGI MIND SPHERE SRL, EUROCRIME - RESEARCH, TRAINING ANDCONSULTING SRL, INFINITIVITY DESIGN LABS, OBUDAI EGYETEM, AGRICLIMA CONSULTING AB, Goldberger s.r.o., MINDS & SPARKS GMBH, Nordic Diaspora Forum, SSRD, VARNOST PROGRAMSKE OPREME, RAZISKAVE IN RAZVOJ, D.O.O., SYNYO GmbH, CYBROPS SRL, CIIM INNOVATIONS LTD, C.I.P. CITIZENS IN POWER, NATIONAL TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY OF UKRAINE IGOR SIKORSKY KYIV POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE, GRANT GARANT SRO, Unicis.Tech OÜ, Nordic Horizon Institute NGO, INTERSPREAD GMBH, A&A EMPHASYS INTERACTIVE SOLUTIONS LIMITED, Municipality of Fushe-Arrez, Polska Federacja Szpitali, DIRECTORATUL NATIONAL DE SECURITATE CIBERNETICA
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