Naval Collaborative Surveillance
The Naval Collaborative Surveillance (NCS) program, part of the European Defence Fund (EDF), aims to significantly advance the capabilities of EU Naval Forces by enabling real-time, shared tactical situational awareness. This initiative addresses evolving air threats by fostering technological developments in naval anti-air warfare, enhancing interoperability, and strengthening the EU defence industry. It lays the groundwork for future European collaborative engagement capabilities.
Who is Funded
The Naval Collaborative Surveillance program targets entities within EU Member States and associated countries, focusing on strengthening European naval defence capabilities against evolving threats. Its primary goal is to enhance tactical situational awareness and improve interoperability among naval and air assets through advanced collaborative surveillance solutions.
What is Funded
The Naval Collaborative Surveillance program supports a range of defence-related activities, from studies and design to prototyping, testing, and qualification, with a focus on enhancing naval anti-air warfare capabilities. Eligible activities are explicitly defined, while 'generating knowledge' activities are excluded.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program provides financial support through grants for projects focused on Naval Collaborative Surveillance. While no specific maximum funding amount per project is stated for this topic, it operates under the broader budget of the EDF Development Actions call. The program strongly encourages consortium applications to foster extensive collaboration among participants.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must adhere to specific conditions for application and project implementation, particularly emphasizing collaborative efforts through consortia. Key stipulations cover legal and administrative aspects, as well as operational requirements like GNSS-independence and interoperability.
Application Procedure
The application process for Naval Collaborative Surveillance grants involves submitting proposals through a dedicated online system, adhering to specific guidelines and deadlines. Evaluation of proposals follows a structured process based on defined award criteria, with applicants notified of decisions through established channels.
Legal Basis
The Naval Collaborative Surveillance program operates under a robust legal framework, primarily authorized by the European Defence Fund Regulation. Several key regulations and official documents govern its implementation, ensuring compliance and transparency. These foundational texts are accessible through official EU platforms, providing clarity on the program's operational guidelines.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
The call EDF-2022-DA, to which this topic belongs, had an indicative total budget of 510,000,000 € for 2022.
Deadline:
23.11.2022
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union Member States and associated countries.
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Other
Beneficiaries:
Naval Forces, Military Forces
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Applied Research, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Defence Fund (EDF)
Additional Partners:
Trisolaris Advanced Technologies, SYNYO GmbH, BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL SRL, AgriClima Consulting, HIRO MICRODATACENTERS B.V., SC MGM STAR CONSTRUCT SRL, BELSS SIA, GEA SPACE SRO, Sistrade - Software Consulting SA, HeadHunter Limited SRL, C4G - Consulting and Training Network, LDA (all offering various expertise like technology provision, consultancy, system integration, software development, data solutions, and training).
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