Advanced manufacturing for key products (IA) (Made in Europe partnership)

Overview

Funding for the development of advanced manufacturing technologies and machinery to enhance Europe’s competitiveness in key product sectors, with a focus on circularity, resource efficiency, and reduced reliance on critical raw materials. Targets industrial stakeholders, including manufacturers, technology providers, and research organizations.

Who Can Apply

Consortia of legal entities established in eligible countries, including EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries, and select non-associated countries with specific funding provisions. Single applicants are not eligible.

Funding Details

Maximum grant amount: 13,000,000 EUR per project. Funding rate and co-financing requirements follow Horizon Europe rules for Innovation Actions (typically 70% for for-profit entities, up to 100% for non-profits).

What Is Funded

Development of advanced manufacturing technologies and machinery for key products, including:

• Innovative additive and hybrid manufacturing
• Photonics, advanced joining, and polymer composite manufacturing
• Surface treatment and structuring technologies
• Lightweight material components
• In-line testing
• Integration of secondary raw materials, biobased materials, or revalorised components
• Use of innovative advanced materials (e.g., lightweight, functionalised, or self-healing) where relevant to manufacturing performance
• Digital twins for materials and Safe-and-Sustainable-by-Design (SSbD) approaches

Excludes battery production for automotive use.

Technology / Maturity Requirements

Activities must start at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 5 and achieve TRL 7 by project completion.

Key Dates

• Open date: 2026-01-05
• Deadline: 2026-04-20T22:00:00Z

Application Process (High-Level)

Single-stage submission via the Funding & Tenders Portal. Proposals must include a business case and exploitation strategy, with an extended page limit for Part B (3 additional pages).

Post-Award Obligations

• Standard Horizon Europe reporting requirements apply.
• The granting authority may object to transfers of ownership or exclusive licensing of results for up to 4 years post-project.
• Dissemination of project outcomes is expected.

Geographic Scope & Language

Open to applicants from EU Member States, Horizon Europe Associated Countries, and select non-associated countries with specific funding provisions. Applications must be submitted in English.

Notes

• At least one project focusing on the automotive industry will be funded to ensure portfolio balance.
• International cooperation, particularly with Japan or Taiwan, is encouraged.
• Proposals must align with the co-programmed European Partnership "Made in Europe."