Multifunctional Information Distribution System
The Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) program, under the European Defence Fund (EDF), aims to enhance EU sovereignty and interoperability in defence by developing a European MIDS terminal. This initiative seeks to reduce reliance on non-EU suppliers and strengthen the European defence technological and industrial base through collaborative research actions.
Who is Funded
The Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) program is open to a wide range of legal entities established in the EU or associated countries. It focuses on bolstering EU defence capabilities and strategic autonomy by developing advanced C4ISR systems.
What is Funded
The MIDS program primarily funds research and design activities focused on developing advanced defence technologies. It supports various stages from knowledge generation to detailed design, with specific guidelines on eligible and excluded costs.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) program offers EU action grants to collaborative defence research actions. The total allocated budget for this specific topic is €39 million for 2025.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries under the Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) program must adhere to strict conditions covering application submission, consortium structure, financial declarations, and security requirements, ensuring compliance with EU defence interests and regulations.
Application Procedure
The application process for the Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) program involves a single-stage submission, where proposals are thoroughly evaluated against established criteria before grant agreements are finalized.
Legal Basis
The Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) program is firmly rooted in a clear legal framework established by EU regulations, ensuring transparency and proper governance of funding.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
39,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
39,000,000 €
Deadline:
16.10.2025
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Individual Aid
Region:
European Union, Associated Countries
Sectors:
Other
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Product Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission (European Defence Fund)
Additional Partners:
elements media S.L. (Spain), Decent Cybersecurity Ltd. (Ireland), Diversitas IT sustavi d.o.o. (Croatia), GRANT GARANT SRO (Slovakia), Kutatok Ejszakaja Oktatasi, Kulturalis, Tudomanyos és Szocialis Alapitvany az Europai Tudomanyert (Hungary), Matisforce Lda (Portugal), ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA (Romania), AGRICLIMA CONSULTING AB (Sweden), LETRAS AUSENTES UNIPESSOAL LDA (Portugal), Digitarab Solution Consulting (Germany), OIKOPLUS GMBH (Austria), EIDEL AS (Norway), HIRO MICRODATACENTERS B.V. (Netherlands), LOGIICDEV GMBH (Austria), Veedoo Mobility OÜ (Estonia), ALLWEB SOLUTIONS - INFORMATION SYSTEMS SOCIETE ANONYME (Greece), SIA "Defence Technology Consulting" (Latvia), Eagle Techco SL (Spain), SYNYO GmbH (Austria), INTERSPREAD GMBH (Austria), MINDS & SPARKS GMBH (Austria), NOVATEX SOLUTIONS LTD (Cyprus), MGM STAR CONSTRUCT SRL (Romania), SSH Experts (Austria), HYBRID CORE (Bulgaria), DISSEMINATION.COM (Austria), F.NOUS Technology (Greece), Marketing and Public Relations PROS (Belgium), ALITER TECHNOLOGIES, AS (Slovakia), Evozon Systems SRL (Romania), Carpe Europe e.V. (Germany), EUFRAK-EUROCONSULTS BERLIN GMBH (Germany), ZIEGLER AEROSPACE LIMITED (United Kingdom)
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