Innovation investments Strand 1 - MANU
The Innovation Investments Strand 1 - MANU program, part of the EU's Interregional Innovation Investments Instrument (I3), is designed to foster innovation in Europe's manufacturing sector. It specifically supports interregional innovation investments aimed at adopting new or improved manufacturing solutions. The program emphasizes digitalization and a shift towards more environmentally sustainable production methods, including those with a zero-pollution ambition.
Who is Funded
This section outlines the eligibility criteria for the Innovation investments Strand 1 - MANU program, detailing who can apply, the geographical scope of projects, and the overarching objectives that successful proposals must address. The program seeks to engage a diverse range of stakeholders across EU regions to drive forward-thinking manufacturing solutions.
What is Funded
This section details the types of projects and thematic areas eligible for funding under the Innovation investments Strand 1 - MANU program, alongside information on eligible and excluded costs, and the targeted maturity stages for projects. The program aims to support initiatives that accelerate the market uptake of innovative manufacturing solutions and promote sustainable industrial practices.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section outlines the financial mechanisms and scope of funding provided by the Innovation investments Strand 1 - MANU program. It details the types of financial support available, the funding rates, and any limits or specific arrangements for project budgets and durations.
Conditions and Requirements
This section highlights the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries of the Innovation investments Strand 1 - MANU program. It covers application stipulations, consortium rules, and financial provisions necessary for successful participation and project implementation.
Application Procedure
This section provides an overview of the application process for the Innovation investments Strand 1 - MANU program, detailing the submission steps and the evaluation procedures. Applicants are guided on how to prepare and submit their proposals, and how decisions are made.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the fundamental legal and official documents that underpin the Innovation investments Strand 1 - MANU program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework. These documents provide the regulatory context for funding allocation and project implementation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
The maximum financial support that can be provided to a single third party (recipient) through Financial Support to Third Parties (FSTP) is capped at 60,000 €. The overall grant co-financing rate is 70% of eligible costs across all budget categories and beneficiaries.
Allocated Budget:
The total allocated budget for the I3-2021-INV1 call, which includes Strand 1 - MANU, was 39,795,300 € for 2021 and 36,763,277 € for 2022, amounting to a total of 76,558,577 €. At least 70% of the granted funds must be allocated to investments in companies, particularly SMEs.
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union, with a particular focus on interregional collaboration involving regions with shared Smart Specialisation (S3) investment priorities. Less developed regions, defined as those with a GDP per capita below 75% of the EU-27 average, are specifically supported. Non-EU countries are not eligible for direct funding through this instrument.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Green Technology, Renewable Energy, Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Manufacturing, Digital Industries, Green Technologies, Circular Economy
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Pilot Testing, Prototyping, Commercialization, Product Development, Implementation, Market Introduction, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Evaluation, Basic Research
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
EISMEA
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