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EIC Accelerator Eligibility

Tinkamumo dalyvauti programos „Horizontas Europa“ ir EIC Accelerator įvertinimas: esminis žingsnis MVĮ

Pradedantiesiems ir mažosioms bei vidutinėms įmonėms (MVĮ), žiūrinčioms į European Innovation Council (EIC) „Accelerator“ ir „Horizon Europe“ programas, tinkamumo vertinimas yra esminis pradinis žingsnis. Tinkamumo kriterijai, įskaitant atitiktį MVĮ ir buvimą šalyje, asocijuotoje su „Horizontu Europa“, yra pagrindinės būtinos sąlygos, kurias pareiškėjai turi atitikti, kad galėtų gauti finansavimo galimybes, pvz., EIC Accelerator.

Tinkamumo kriterijų supratimas

EIC Accelerator, svarbi Europos horizonto sistemos dalis, siūlo didelį finansavimą, įskaitant blended financing, nuosavą kapitalą ir dotacijas. Tačiau norėdami pasinaudoti šiomis galimybėmis, įmonės pirmiausia turi pereiti tinkamumo labirintą. Pagrindiniai kriterijai – būti MVĮ priskyrimui pagal Europos Komisijos apibrėžimą ir teisėtai įsisteigimui ES valstybėje narėje arba „Horizon Europe“ asocijuotoje šalyje.

SVV statuso svarba

MVĮ kvalifikacija yra daugiau nei tik dydžio metrika. Tai apima platesnį įmonės struktūros ir ekonominės sveikatos supratimą. Ši klasifikacija užtikrina, kad finansavimas būtų nukreiptas organizacijoms, kurioms jo tikrai reikia ir kurios galėtų jį panaudoti augimui ir naujovėms, suderinant su ES pagrindiniais tikslais remti smulkesnes, novatoriškas įmones.

Poreikis įsiregistruoti asocijuotose šalyse

Įtraukimas į ES valstybę narę arba „Europos horizonto“ asocijuotąją šalį yra būtina sąlyga, užtikrinanti suderinamumą su ES politika ir reglamentais. Tai skatina ekonominės sanglaudos jausmą ir užtikrina, kad tokio finansavimo nauda prisidėtų prie platesnės Europos inovacijų ekosistemos.

Konsultantų ir profesionalių rašytojų vaidmuo

Atsižvelgiant į tinkamumo kriterijų sudėtingumą ir sudėtingą paraiškų teikimo proceso pobūdį, įskaitant oficialų pasiūlymo šabloną ir technologijų pasirengimo lygio (TRL) įvertinimus, daugelis organizacijų kreipiasi į profesionalius rašytojus, laisvai samdomus darbuotojus ir konsultantus. Šie ekspertai gali suteikti neįkainojamą pagalbą įgyvendinant tinkamumo reikalavimus ir užtikrinti, kad būtų įvykdytos visos būtinos sąlygos prieš pradedant išsamią paraiškų teikimo procesą.

Išvada

Tinkamumo įvertinimas ir užtikrinimas pagal programos „Europos horizontas“ ir EIC Accelerator gaires yra svarbus pirmasis MVĮ žingsnis. Ji nustato sėkmingos paraiškos pagrindą, suderindama startuolio tikslus su finansavimo programos tikslais. MVĮ turi imtis šio žingsnio stropiai ir, jei reikia, ieškoti ekspertų rekomendacijų, kad galėtų pereiti prie proceso sudėtingumo. Šių pagrindinių kriterijų įvykdymas atveria kelią pradedančiosioms įmonėms ir MVĮ ištirti didžiules EIC Accelerator ir Europos horizonto teikiamas galimybes, skatinančias naujoves ir augimą.

Eureka Network

Eureka Network offers multiple international collaborative R&D programs including Network Projects, Clusters, Eurostars, Globalstars, and Innowwide, with funding ranging from €50K to €6.75M per project depending on the specific program. The network focuses on market-driven innovation and deep-tech development across diverse technology sectors including ICT/Digital, Industrial/Manufacturing, Bio/Medical Technologies, Energy/Environment, Quantum, AI, and Circular Economy. Applicants include SMEs, large enterprises, research organizations, universities, and startups, with Eurostars specifically targeting R&D-performing SMEs.

EIC Transition

EIC Transition provides up to €2.5 million in funding to bridge the 'valley of death' between laboratory research and market deployment, focusing on technology maturation and validation. The program supports single legal entities or small consortia of 2-5 partners including SMEs, start-ups, spin-offs, and research organizations. Technology areas include Health/Medical Technologies, Green/Environmental Innovation, Digital/Microelectronics, Quantum Technologies, and AI/Robotics.

EIC STEP Scale-Up

EIC STEP Scale-Up offers substantial equity investments of €10-30 million for established deep-tech companies ready for hyper-growth and large-scale expansion. The program targets SMEs or small mid-caps with up to 499 employees who have secured pre-commitment from qualified investors. Focus areas include Digital & Deep Tech (Semiconductors, AI, Quantum), Clean Technologies for Net-Zero goals, and Biotechnologies.

EIC Pre-Accelerator

EIC Pre-Accelerator is a 2025 pilot program providing €300,000-€500,000 in funding for early-stage deep-tech development and preparation for the EIC Accelerator program. The initiative is exclusively available to single SMEs or small mid-caps from 'Widening countries' to support regional innovation development. The program covers deep-tech innovations across physical, biological, and digital domains.

EIC Pathfinder

EIC Pathfinder offers up to €3 million for Open calls and up to €4 million for Challenge-based calls to support early-stage research and development with proof-of-principle validation. The program requires research consortia with a minimum of 3 partners from 3 different countries, including universities, research organizations, and SMEs. Technology focus areas include Health/Medical, Quantum Technologies, AI, Environmental/Energy, and Advanced Materials.

EIC Accelerator

EIC Accelerator provides flexible funding options including blended finance (€2.5M grant + €0.5M-€10M equity), grant-only (up to €2.5M), or equity-only arrangements for scale-up and market deployment of breakthrough innovations. The program targets SMEs, start-ups, and small mid-caps with up to 499 employees, with MedTech/Healthcare representing 35% of funded projects. Other technology areas include Biopharma, Energy, AI, Quantum, Aerospace, Advanced Materials, and Semiconductors.

Innovation Partnership

Innovation Partnership facilitates collaborative innovation between public and private sectors with typical funding of €1-5 million per project. The program supports cross-sectoral strategic technologies through public-private partnerships and consortia. Projects focus on addressing societal challenges through collaborative innovation approaches.

Innovation Fund

The EU Innovation Fund provides substantial funding of €7.5 million to €300 million for large-scale demonstration of innovative low-carbon technologies. The program targets clean energy, carbon capture, renewable energy, and energy storage technologies to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy. Applicants include large companies, consortia, and public entities capable of implementing large-scale demonstration projects.

Innovate UK

Innovate UK offers various programs with funding ranging from £25K to £10M depending on the specific initiative, supporting business-led innovation, collaborative R&D, and knowledge transfer. The organization funds projects across all sectors with particular focus on emerging technologies and supports UK-based businesses, research organizations, and universities. Programs are designed to drive economic growth through innovation and technology commercialization.

Industrial Partnership

Industrial Partnership provides €2-10 million in funding for industrial research and innovation partnerships focusing on manufacturing, industrial technologies, and digital transformation. The program supports industrial consortia and research organizations in developing collaborative solutions for industrial challenges. Projects aim to strengthen European industrial competitiveness through strategic partnerships.

Eurostars

Eurostars is a joint EU-Eureka program offering €50K-€500K for international R&D collaboration specifically led by SMEs. The program takes a bottom-up approach, accepting projects from all technology fields without predefined thematic restrictions. R&D-performing SMEs must lead the consortium and demonstrate significant R&D activities.

LIFE Programme

The LIFE Programme provides €1-10 million in funding for environmental protection, climate action, and nature conservation projects across the European Union. The program supports environmental technologies, climate adaptation strategies, and biodiversity conservation initiatives. Applicants include public authorities, private companies, NGOs, and research institutions working on environmental and climate challenges.

Neotec

Neotec is a Spanish program offering €250K-€1M in funding for technology-based business creation and development, supporting the growth of innovative Spanish SMEs and start-ups. The program covers all technology sectors and aims to strengthen Spain's technology ecosystem. Funding is specifically targeted at Spanish technology-based SMEs and start-ups to enhance their competitiveness and market presence.

Thematic Priorities

EU Thematic Priorities encompass various programs aligned with EU strategic priorities including green transition, digital transformation, health, and security initiatives. Funding amounts vary based on the specific program and call requirements, with projects designed to address key European challenges. Applicant eligibility varies by specific program and call, with different requirements for different thematic areas.
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