Key Digital Technologies Joint Undertaking (KDT JU)
The Key Digital Technologies Joint Undertaking (KDT JU) is a public-private partnership aiming to strengthen European sovereignty in the development of electronic components and systems. It promotes innovative projects and technology transfer to secure the EU's competitiveness in critical digital value chains. The program focuses on excellence and contributing to solving societal challenges.
Who is funded? – Target Groups and Geographical Scope
The Key Digital Technologies Joint Undertaking (KDT JU) aims to strengthen European leadership in critical digital technologies. Funding is aimed at companies, universities, and research institutions from the European Union and countries associated with the “Horizon Europe” program. A special focus is placed on the involvement of SMEs and newcomers.
What is funded? – Projects and Thematic Areas
The funding program supports research and development in key digital technologies, electronic components, and systems. It covers a wide range of industries and supports projects from lower technology readiness levels to market maturity.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Key Digital Technologies Joint Undertaking offers financial support through grants and procurements. The amount of funding is project-dependent, with the program having a total budget of over 4.3 billion Euros. Specific funding rates are also foreseen, especially for SMEs and non-profit organizations.
Conditions and Requirements
Participation in the KDT JU is subject to specific requirements for application, project composition, and budgeting. High expectations are placed on cooperation and contribution to the European High-Tech Strategy to ensure transparency and efficiency.
Application Procedure
The application procedure for the KDT JU is competitive and takes place through annual calls for project proposals. Selection is based on thorough evaluation, and participating states have a say in the use of their national contributions.
Legal Basis
The KDT JU is based on a specific EU regulation that defines its establishment, objectives, tasks, and operating rules. It is closely embedded within the framework of “Horizon Europe” and other EU financial regulations to ensure coherent and legally sound funding practices.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Allocated Budget:
Total budget: 4,311,164,000 € (EU contribution: 1,800,000,000 €, private members' contributions: at least 2,511,164,000 €)
Open Until:
31.12.2031
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Austria (European Union and countries associated with Horizon Europe)
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Construction and Building Materials, Energy Production and Supply, Healthcare, Medical Technology, Transportation and Logistics, Other
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Product Development, Market Introduction, Commercialization
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission, EU Member States, Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)
Managed By:
Key Digital Technologies Joint Undertaking (KDT JU)
Additional Partners:
AENEAS, Inside Industry (INSIDE), EPoSS e.V.