Alternative propulsion and energy systems for next generation air combat systems

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

The European Defence Fund (EDF) offers grants for projects focused on developing alternative propulsion and energy systems for next-generation air combat systems. This initiative aims to bolster European technological sovereignty and strategic autonomy by fostering innovation in military aviation. The program supports collaborative research actions to enhance the performance, energy efficiency, and ecological footprint of future defence systems.

Who is Funded and Program Objectives

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographic scope of funded activities, and the core objectives that the program seeks to achieve. It targets a broad range of entities within the European Union, focusing on collaborative efforts to advance defence capabilities.

What is Funded for European Air Combat Systems

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, focusing on advancing propulsion and energy systems for air combat platforms. It specifies the developmental stages of projects that the program aims to support, ensuring a clear understanding of the technological readiness expected.

Type and Scope of Funding for Defence Innovation

This section outlines the financial parameters of the program, including the type of financial support provided and the overall budget allocated to the call. It also addresses details regarding the expected project duration.

Conditions and Requirements for Applicants

This section details the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers aspects from proposal submission guidelines to collaborative frameworks and other critical provisions.

Application Procedure for Defence Projects

This section provides an overview of the application process for the 'Alternative propulsion and energy systems for next generation air combat systems' program, from preparing and submitting proposals to how selection decisions are made.

This section details the primary legal and foundational documents that authorize and govern the European Defence Fund (EDF) program, ensuring transparency and providing the framework for its operation and funding activities.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

Total budget for the EDF-2021-ENERENV-D call is 133,000,000 € for 2021.

Deadline

Deadline:

09.12.2021

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Defence, Aerospace

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Prototyping

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Defence Fund (EDF)

Additional Partners:

PROGRESSION-INDUSTRY BV, SYNANO BV, AD Plastik d.d., NORDIC DIASPORA FORUM, EPSILON MALTA LIMITED, SIEC BADAWCZA LUKASIEWICZ - INSTYTUT METALI NIEZELAZNYCH, ASSOCIATION FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF TRADE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ENTERPRISES, INSTITUTUL NATIONAL DE CERCETARE-DEZVOLTARE TURBOMOTOARE - COMOTI, INTOUCH MEDIA INTERNATIONAL, SOGECLAIR AEROSPACE SAS, SENSICHIPS SRL, SunLight Future Africa, Ing. Jan Zacek, CESKE VYSOKE UCENI TECHNICKE V PRAZE, HAPTIC R&D CONSULTING SRL, INTERSPREAD GMBH, TURISTICKA ZAJEDNICA ZAGREBACKE ZUPANIJE, Krie Design Ltd, Informatics360, Flow Analysis and Simulation Team, MINDS & SPARKS GMBH, Notitia, EFESTO, FUNDACIO DEL BIOMIMETIC SCIENCES INSTITUTE, GRANT GARANT SRO, CHERKA TROVA

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