Euroclusters for Europe's recovery
The Euroclusters for Europe's Recovery program, part of the Single Market Programme (SMP), supports Joint Cluster Initiatives to enhance the resilience and transformation of EU industrial ecosystems. It aims to empower SMEs through targeted financial support and capacity building, fostering greener, more digital, and internationally competitive businesses. This initiative leverages cluster collaboration to drive innovation and strategic autonomy across critical value chains.
Who is Funded
This section details the eligible entities, the geographical scope of the Euroclusters program, and its overarching objectives to strengthen European industry. It outlines the specific types of organisations that can apply and the strategic goals they are expected to contribute to.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding under the Euroclusters program. It details the scope of supported initiatives, including efforts to enhance industrial ecosystems and promote green and digital transformation.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section details the financial modalities of the Euroclusters program, including the type of financial instruments used, the maximum funding amounts available, and the typical duration of supported projects. It highlights the significant role of cascade funding for SMEs.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential rules and conditions for participating in the Euroclusters program, covering application terms, consortium formation, financial regulations, and other critical provisions.
Application Procedure
This section outlines the process for submitting applications to the Euroclusters program, including key submission details and how proposals are evaluated.
Legal Basis
This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents governing the Euroclusters for Europe's Recovery program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its implementation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
Up to 60,000 € per third party (SME); consortium costs 90% co-funded, financial support to third parties 100% funded.
Allocated Budget:
Total: 42,000,000 €. Annual: 2021: 14,000,000 €; 2022: 9,000,000 €; 2023: 16,000,000 €; 2024: 3,000,000 €.
Deadline:
07.12.2021
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union (EU Member States), Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Financial Technology, Green Technology, Healthcare, Tourism, Creative Industries, Other
Beneficiaries:
SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises)
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Capacity Building, Awareness Campaigns, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
Additional Partners:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA) as managing agency.
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