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 30 of 356 grant calls

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Advancing basic knowledge and developing tools for sustainable management of key migratory fish species

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€11 800 000
Deadline:April 14, 2026
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Cost-efficient and reliable designs towards gigawatt-scale electrolytic hydrogen production plants

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Innovative business models advancing renewable electrolysis integration in industry

HORIZON JU Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Next generation of reversible proton conducting ceramic cells and stacks for efficient energy applications at ≥1 kW scale

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Embracing innovation in agriculture by peer-to-peer learning via on farm-demonstrations and cost-benefit analysis

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Boosting data availability and AI solutions in food for consumers and food service professionals

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Strengthening the cooperation of semiconductor-intensive EU regions (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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New or enhanced Innovative Advanced Materials (IAM) enabled sensing functionality (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€22 500 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Developing and demonstrating core technologies for Virtual Worlds and Web 4.0 (IA) (Virtual worlds Partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Improved components and tools to increase the safety of electrolysers

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Apply AI: Next-Generation Agile and Intelligent Robotics Platforms for Industrial and Service Applications (Partnership in AI, Data and Robotics) (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€22 500 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Forthcoming

Open topic: Develop Earth Intelligence solutions using environmental observations and state-of-the-art AI for sustainable competitiveness and policy making

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€12 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Flexible and standardised hydrogen storage system

HORIZON JU Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Sustainable hydrogen production from renewable gases and biogenic waste sources through innovative modular reactor design, process intensification and integration

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Improving analytical capacity and understanding of social drivers in agriculture to better assess social sustainability in the sector

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€7 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Challenge-Driven GenAI4EU Booster in Apply AI prioritised sectors (RIA) (AI/Data/Robotics Partnership)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Large-Scale Photonic Quantum Computing Platform Technologies (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Networking and Future Photonics Strategy (CSA) (Photonics Partnership)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Components Development and Experimental Testing for an Onboard Liquid Hydrogen Supply and Conditioning System in High-Power Fuel Cell Aviation Applications

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Next generation climate monitoring and related capabilities

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€16 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Economics of climate change and cost of inaction

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€16 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Demonstration of rSOC operation for local grid-connected hydrogen production and utilisation

HORIZON JU Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Grand Challenge on Quantum Sensors for Inertial Navigation

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Apply AI: Robotics for Manufacturing: Advancing Core Skills through Technical Challenges (RIA) (Partnership in AI, Data and Robotics)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
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Demonstrating in-line inspection (ILI) to monitor cracks assuring compatibility for operation with hydrogen in new and re-purposed offshore natural gas pipelines

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Integration of control & monitoring tools and strategies for improved Fuel Cell System durability & reliability

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Development and validation of innovative approaches, catalysts, electrolytes and components for electrolysis technologies based on low-quality water

HORIZON JU Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€105 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Standards for Quantum Technologies – Coordination and Support Action (CSA)

HORIZON Coordination and Support Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Efficient and compliant access to and use of data (IA) (AI, Data and Robotics partnership)

HORIZON Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 2026
Open

Apply AI: Pilot of the “Science for AI” Pillar of RAISE (“Resource for AI science in Europe”) (RIA)

HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions

Budget:€1 000 000
Deadline:April 15, 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.