EU Grants for Manufacturing

Discover EU funding opportunities and grant programmes for the manufacturing sector. Browse open and forthcoming calls from Horizon Europe and other European Commission initiatives.

Showing 22 of 82 grant calls

Closed

Beautiful, sustainable and inclusive street furniture for the transformation of neighbourhoods

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Data repository for security research and innovation

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Bio-fabricated materials for sustainable and beautiful construction

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Accelerating uptake through open proposals for advanced SME innovation

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Open grounds for pre-commercial procurement of innovative security technologies

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

National Contact Points (NCPs) in the field of security and cybersecurity fostering the links with National Community building for Safe, Secure and Resilient Societies

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Privacy Enhancing Technologies

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€40 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Demand-led innovation for civil security through Pre-Commercial Procurement (PCP)

HORIZON Pre-commercial Procurement

Budget:€6 000 000
Deadline:November 12, 2025
Closed

Interregional Innovation Investments Strand 1

I3 Project Grants

Budget:€23 000 000
Deadline:November 13, 2025
Closed

Interregional Innovation Investments Strand 2a

I3 Project Grants

Budget:€24 000 000
Deadline:November 13, 2025
Closed

EIC pre-accelerator - Widening

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€20 000 000
Deadline:November 18, 2025
Closed

European Excellence Initiative (EEI)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€80 000 000
Deadline:November 20, 2025
Closed

Digital-ju-chips-2025-sg-ssoi

DIGITAL JU Simple Grants

Budget:€30 000 000
Deadline:November 20, 2025
Closed

MSCA Doctoral Networks 2025

HORIZON TMA MSCA Doctoral Networks - Joint Doctorates, HORIZON TMA MSCA Doctoral Networks, HORIZON TMA MSCA Doctoral Networks - Industrial Doctorates

Budget:€597 803 810
Deadline:November 25, 2025
Closed

European slate development

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€21 000 000
Deadline:December 3, 2025
Closed

TV and online content Animation projects

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€22 000 000
Deadline:December 3, 2025
Closed

TV and online content Fiction projects

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€22 000 000
Deadline:December 3, 2025
Closed

TV and online content Documentary projects

CREA Lump Sum Grants

Budget:€22 000 000
Deadline:December 3, 2025
Closed

Support to the development and certification of EU Digital Identity Wallets

DIGITAL Simple Grants

Budget:€10 000 000
Deadline:December 9, 2025
Closed

Call for proposals for a programme on orphan medical devices, in particular targeting paediatric patients

EU4H Project Grants

Budget:€7 440 000
Deadline:January 6, 2026
Closed

Call for proposals for health data for biotech innovation leveraging the European Health Data Space

EU4H Project Grants

Budget:€7 440 000
Deadline:January 6, 2026
Closed

Quantum Grand Challenge

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€4 000 000
Deadline:January 8, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About Manufacturing EU Grants

The European Commission offers a wide range of funding opportunities specifically designed for the Manufacturing sector. These include grants through Horizon Europe (the EU's flagship research and innovation programme with a budget of €95.5 billion), the European Innovation Council (EIC) which provides funding for breakthrough innovations, and various sector-specific initiatives. Funding types range from Research and Innovation Actions (RIA) with 100% funding rates, to Innovation Actions (IA) with 70% funding for companies, and Coordination and Support Actions (CSA) for networking and coordination activities. Our database helps you find grants that match your organization's specific needs, project stage, and funding requirements.
Applying for EU grants in the Manufacturing sector involves several key steps. First, use Grantalist to identify suitable open calls that match your project idea and organization type. Next, carefully review the call documentation, including eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, and the work programme. Most EU grants require you to form a consortium with partners from at least 3 different EU member states or associated countries. Once ready, you'll submit your proposal through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal, which includes a detailed description of your project, work packages, budget breakdown, and impact assessment. The evaluation process typically takes 3-5 months, after which successful applicants enter grant agreement preparation. We recommend starting your application at least 2-3 months before the deadline.
EU grants for the Manufacturing sector offer diverse funding levels depending on the programme and action type. Small-scale grants through programmes like EIC Accelerator can start from €500,000 up to €2.5 million in grant funding, plus up to €15 million in equity investment. Collaborative research projects under Horizon Europe typically range from €3 million to €10 million for standard projects, while some large-scale flagship initiatives can exceed €20 million. SMEs and startups often benefit from higher funding rates (up to 70% for Innovation Actions compared to large companies) and access to specialized instruments. The exact amount depends on the specific call topic, project scope, consortium size, and type of activities proposed.
Eligibility for Manufacturing EU grants extends to a wide range of organizations. Legal entities from EU member states and associated countries (including the UK for some programmes, Norway, Switzerland, and others) are typically eligible. This includes universities and research institutions, large enterprises and multinational corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 250 employees, startups and scale-ups, public bodies and NGOs, and international organizations. Some calls specifically target certain organization types, such as SME-only calls or academic-focused research grants. Third-country participation is possible in many programmes, though often without EU funding.