Open topic on efficient border surveillance and maritime security

Last updated: 18.7.2025
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This Horizon Europe topic aims to enhance the security of EU external borders and maritime environments by fostering innovative solutions. It seeks to improve surveillance, real-time situational awareness, and rapid response capabilities against various threats, including illegal trafficking, irregular migration, natural disasters, and hybrid threats. The program emphasizes solutions that safeguard human rights, incorporate ethical considerations, and address cybersecurity aspects.

Who is Funded for EU Border & Maritime Security

This section outlines the primary beneficiaries and the geographical scope of the funding program, along with its overarching objectives to enhance border and maritime security across the European Union and associated countries. The program specifically targets collaborations that strengthen external border management and maritime situational awareness.

What is Funded in Border & Maritime Security Projects

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, focusing on innovative solutions for border surveillance and maritime security. It also clarifies that funding is provided as lump sum contributions and highlights the developmental stage of the supported projects.

Type and Scope of Horizon Europe Security Funding

This section describes the financial support provided, specifically focusing on the type of financial instrument and the maximum funding available per project under this call.

Conditions and Requirements for Applicants

This section outlines the key conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries, covering aspects from consortium composition and ethical considerations to financial stipulations and general administrative rules.

Application Procedure for Security Funding

This section details the process for submitting applications and explains how proposals are evaluated to determine funding awards, ensuring transparency and fairness in the selection process.

This section identifies the primary legal frameworks and governing regulations that authorize and shape the "Efficient Border Surveillance and Maritime Security" funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and adherence to established EU policies.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

3,333,333 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

10,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

12.11.2025

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Healthcare, Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Border or Coast Guard Authorities, Police Authorities, Customs Authorities

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Experimental Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

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