Enterprise Europe Network
The Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) is a European Union initiative designed to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of SMEs across Europe and beyond. It aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises in their journey towards internationalization, digitalization, and enhanced resilience. The network provides vital business support services, acting as a crucial "European arm" within national and regional business support systems.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the types of organizations eligible for funding under the Enterprise Europe Network program, specifying their geographic scope and the program's strategic objectives to foster SME growth and competitiveness.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for support under the Enterprise Europe Network program, including general information on covered costs and the typical developmental stages of supported initiatives.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section clarifies the financial support mechanisms available through the Enterprise Europe Network, detailing the instrument type, funding amounts, co-financing requirements, and typical project durations.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, collaboration guidelines, and financial stipulations.
Application Procedure
This section details the steps involved in applying for the Enterprise Europe Network program, from proposal submission to the evaluation process and communication of award decisions.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the fundamental legal and official documents that authorize and govern the Enterprise Europe Network funding program.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
6,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
Total Budget: 164,500,000 € (47,000,000 € in 2021, 47,000,000 € in 2022, 47,000,000 € in 2023, 23,500,000 € in 2024)
Open Until:
30.06.2025
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union (regions not yet covered by the network), specifically French Overseas Countries and Territories (Réunion, Guadeloupe, Martinique), Ireland (entire country), Cyprus (entire country), Danish Overseas Countries and Territories, Dutch Overseas Countries and Territories, German regions (Bremen, Sachsen-Anhalt, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern), Italian macro-region (Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Trentino-Alto Adige/Südtirol), Hungary (entire country), Malta (entire country), and associated non-EU countries such as Kosovo and Armenia.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Textile and Apparel Industry, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Healthcare, Medical Technology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Service Sector, Tourism, Creative Industries, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises
Beneficiaries:
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs)
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Basic Research
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SME Executive Agency (EISMEA)
Additional Partners:
European IP Helpdesks and international IP Helpdesks (as associate members), European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs), Interreg projects (for regional cooperation), SME Envoy Network (for policy feedback).
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