Medium-size semi-autonomous surface vessel

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

The EDF-2022-DA-NAVAL-MSAS call supports the study, design, prototyping, and testing of medium-size semi-autonomous surface vessels (MSAS) for naval defence. This initiative, part of the European Defence Fund, aims to enhance the competitiveness and innovation capacity of the European defence industry by fostering collaborative defence research and development in cutting-edge naval technologies, including autonomy, modularity, and environmental sustainability.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility criteria for funding, detailing the types of organizations targeted, the geographical areas covered by the program, and its overarching objectives to strengthen the European defence industrial base.

What is Funded

This section provides detailed information on the types of projects, thematic areas, and specific activities that are eligible for funding under the program. It clarifies the scope of supported initiatives, focusing on advanced naval capabilities.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial aspects of the program, including the type of funding provided, the overall budget allocated to the call, and information on funding rates.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers application terms, collaboration guidelines, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure

This section provides a guide to the application process, from preparation and submission to the evaluation and decision-making mechanisms.

This section establishes the legal and official documents that underpin and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European Union regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

510,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States and EDF associated countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Green Technology, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Navies

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Feasibility Study, Product Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Process Optimization, Applied Research

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

The University of Hertfordshire (UK - Higher or secondary education establishment), ASOCIATIA DE STANDARDIZARE DIN ROMANIA (Romania - Non-governmental organization), Trisolaris Advanced Technologies, Lda. (Portugal - Small or medium-size enterprise), SYNYO GmbH (Austria - Small or medium-size enterprise), BELSS SIA (Latvia - Small or medium-size enterprise), C.I.P. CITIZENS IN POWER (Cyprus - Small or medium-size enterprise)

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