Euroclusters for Europe's recovery
The Euroclusters for Europe's Recovery program aims to bolster the resilience and transformation of European industrial ecosystems. It provides financial support primarily to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) through consortium-led projects focusing on green and digital transitions, innovation, and internationalisation. This initiative is distinct in its emphasis on inter-cluster and cross-sectoral collaboration to address critical value chain disruptions and foster strategic autonomy within the EU Single Market.
Who is Funded
The Euroclusters for Europe's Recovery program targets consortia of cluster organisations, Single Market Programme (SMP) cluster networks, and other supporting entities. Eligibility extends across EU Member States and specific associated third countries, with a particular focus on fostering development in less advanced regions. The program's core objective is to enhance the resilience, digital, and green transformation of Europe's industrial ecosystems.
What is Funded
The program funds initiatives that strengthen industrial ecosystems, promote green and digital transformations, and support SME development through direct financial assistance. Eligible costs cover both direct financial support to SMEs and consortium activities, with clear co-funding rates.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Euroclusters program offers financial support in the form of grants, with a significant portion dedicated to direct cascade funding for SMEs. The total budget for the program is 42 million Euros, distributed annually. Project durations are typically 36 months, with structured reporting requirements.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to strict conditions regarding application submission, consortium composition, financial management, and reporting. These rules ensure fair competition, effective project implementation, and compliance with EU standards.
Application Procedure
The application process for Euroclusters involves a single-stage submission, requiring comprehensive documentation and adherence to specific templates. Evaluation is conducted by an expert committee, leading to grant agreements expected within several months after the deadline.
Legal Basis
The Euroclusters program operates under a clear legal framework established by the Single Market Programme, complemented by specific work programmes and model grant agreements to ensure transparent and compliant implementation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
60,000 €
Allocated Budget:
42,000,000 €
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
European Union Member States; third countries associated to the SME Pillar of the Single Market Programme (SMP) or those in ongoing negotiations for an SMP Association Agreement, including Kosovo, Serbia, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Turkey, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Lichtenstein, and Norway. At least one partner must be established in a less developed region of an EU Member State.
Sectors:
Agriculture and Agribusiness, Food Processing, Textile and Apparel Industry, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Financial Technology, Green Technology, Healthcare, Medical Technology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Education and Vocational Training, Research and Development, Consumer Goods Industry, Service Sector, Tourism, Creative Industries, Environmental and Climate Protection, Social Enterprises, Cultural Institutions, Other
Beneficiaries:
Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), Cluster organisations, Single Market Programme (SMP) cluster networks
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA)
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