New space transportation solutions and services

This funding program targets legal entities from EU Member States, Iceland, Norway, and the United Kingdom, focusing on strengthening Europe's strategic autonomy in space. The overarching objective is to contribute to the EU Green Deal and expand the commercial space transportation market by developing advanced technologies and services.

The funding supports Research and Innovation Actions focused on advanced space transportation solutions. This includes developing disruptive technologies for competitive space and ground systems, with a particular emphasis on green propulsion and micro-launchers. Projects are expected to achieve a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 5-6 by their conclusion.

This program provides grant funding through Horizon Europe's Research and Innovation Actions, with an estimated EU contribution per project. The program period spans from 2021 to 2027.

Applicants must adhere to specific conditions for admissibility, eligibility, and proposal submission. A key requirement involves a mandatory 'Declaration of ownership and control' and special provisions for security-sensitive results. Participation is restricted to entities from EU Member States, Iceland, Norway, and the UK, with strict conditions for non-eligible country control to protect strategic interests.

The application process for this call was a single-stage submission through the Funding & Tenders Portal, with proposals evaluated against specific award criteria. The call is now closed.

The program is fundamentally authorized and governed by the Horizon Europe Regulation, complemented by various detailed annexes and guidelines that define its operational framework.