Interconnection of backbone networks for cloud federations – Studies

Last updated: 19.7.2025
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The "Interconnection of backbone networks for cloud federations – Studies" program, under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Digital, aims to stimulate the commercial offering of cloud services across the EU. It focuses on strengthening cloud capacity and providing access to multiple computing resources through interconnected cloud, high-performance computing (HPC), and edge infrastructures. This initiative supports studies to explore the needs and prepare for future deployments of Gigabit links, addressing market failures in cloud provider interconnections to ensure robust, secure, and digitally independent cloud federations.

Who is Funded for EU Cloud Federations

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical scope of the program, and its core objectives. The funding targets public administrations and entities providing services of general interest across the EU, aiming to bolster Europe's digital infrastructure independence.

What is Funded in Cloud Federation Studies

This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding, focusing on studies and preparatory work for developing robust cloud infrastructure. It also clarifies the typical developmental stage of projects supported by this call.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides essential information on the financial nature of the support offered, including the type of instrument and the total available budget for the topic. The program offers grants to support the strategic studies related to EU cloud federations.

Conditions and Requirements for EU Cloud Funding

This section details the critical conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application stipulations, collaboration rules, and specific provisions.

Application Procedure

This section provides an overview of the application process, from submission requirements to the selection and award procedures for the "Interconnection of Backbone Networks for Cloud Federations – Studies" program.

This section establishes the legal and policy framework governing the "Interconnection of backbone networks for cloud federations – Studies" funding program, identifying its authorizing documents and key regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

3,000,000 € (Total for the topic)

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

3,000,000 EUR

Deadline

Deadline:

21.03.2023

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union (EU)

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Green Technology

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Feasibility Study, Planning

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission (Connecting Europe Facility)

Additional Partners:

ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA (expertise offer), BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL SRL (expertise offer), GOLEM - GESELLSCHAFT FUR INTEGRIERTE MIKROELEKTRONISCHE KOMPLETTLOESUNGEN GMBH (expertise offer), Green Digital Innovation HUB (expertise offer), GRANT GARANT SRO (expertise offer), LLC " Technology and investment consulting " (LLC "TICON") (expertise offer), C.I.P. CITIZENS IN POWER (expertise offer)

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