EU Parliament and governments agree to open defence innovation funding to Ukraine and to adapt Horizon Europe eligibility rules for dual-use projects
High tech ammunition factory in Bulgaria. Photo credits: European Commission
The European funding landscape for dual-use and defence R&D is set for major changes after the European Parliament and EU member states struck a deal on November 5 on the so-called defence mini-omnibus.
The European Commission proposed the regulation in April to support innovative technologies and streamline access to EU funds for defence-related projects. This is part of the ReArm Europe Plan, which aims to leverage €800 billion in investment.
From partnering with Ukrainian defence companies to equity investments and changes to eligibility rules in Horizon Europe, here’s what innovators need to know about the imminent rule changes.
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