Create a European Industrial Ecosystem for Secure QCI technologies and systems

Last updated: 19.7.2025
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The 'Create a European Industrial Ecosystem for Secure QCI technologies and systems' program, under the Digital Europe Programme, aimed to bolster European technological autonomy in quantum communication. This closed call specifically targeted the industrialization and deployment of secure Quantum Communication Infrastructure (QCI) technologies. It sought to foster a thriving European QCI industrial ecosystem, including a robust SME sector, crucial for advanced cybersecurity.

Who is Funded for Secure QCI Technologies

This section details the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical focus of the program, and its overarching objectives. It outlines who was targeted for funding and the strategic goals the program aimed to achieve within the European quantum communication landscape.

What is Funded in Quantum Communication

This section describes the types of projects and thematic areas that were eligible for funding under this program. It specifies the industries and technological focus, as well as the expected maturity level of the supported innovations in secure quantum communication.

Type and Scope of Quantum Technology Funding

This section provides information on the financial support offered, including the type of funding instrument and the total budget allocated to this specific topic. It highlights the financial framework within which projects were supported.

Conditions and Requirements for QCI Projects

This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries needed to adhere to. It covers application stipulations, collaboration rules, specific budget allocations, and other vital provisions ensuring compliance and successful project implementation.

Application Procedure for QCI Funding

This section guides potential applicants through the key stages of the application process, from submission requirements to the selection methodology. It outlines the procedural aspects crucial for understanding how proposals were handled and evaluated.

This section identifies the foundational legal documents and regulations that underpin the 'Create a European Industrial Ecosystem for Secure QCI technologies and systems' funding program. It highlights the main legislative acts that authorize its existence and govern its implementation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

44,000,000 EUR

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Software Development, Financial Technology, Healthcare, Service Sector, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Pilot Testing, Product Development, Scaling, Commercialization

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Commission

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