The European Innovation Council (EIC) invites Ukrainian tech companies, innovators, and startups to an online information session dedicated to a new grant program supporting small and medium-sized enterprises in the high-tech sector. The Information Session will help participants learn about eligibility criteria, application procedures, and funding opportunities available for Ukrainian businesses.
During the Information Session, EIC representatives will explain the purpose of the new initiative. The program aims to strengthen the competitiveness of Ukrainian tech companies and integrate them into the European innovation ecosystem. Speakers will share practical advice, explain how to prepare a successful proposal, and guide participants on finding the right partners for cooperation within the EU.
Event details: Date — October 24, 2025; Time — 10:00 (CET); Format — online; Language — English. Participation is free. Registration link: ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/UAcall2025. After registration, participants will receive confirmation and a link to join the event.
The info session will be useful for startup founders, researchers, innovation hub representatives, and technology companies. Participants will discover how to attract funding for product development, business scaling, and building partnerships with European organizations. Special attention will be given to consortium formation and improving the success rate of Ukrainian applicants in EU programs.
At the end of the event, the EIC team will present a new grant initiative. Within this program, Ukrainian deep-tech startups and SMEs can receive between €300,000 and €500,000 to develop innovative technologies. The total program budget is €20 million. Support will be provided to companies working in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, autonomous systems, satellite, and renewable technologies.
This initiative is part of the European Union’s broader strategy to strengthen Ukraine’s innovation capacity. It promotes technological integration, fosters international collaboration, and creates opportunities for sustainable economic growth even under wartime conditions.
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