EDF Development Actions
Funds defence technology validation and prototype demonstration across digital transformation, air defence, and space integration.
EDF Development Actions (DA) sit at the higher end of defence technology readiness, targeting TRL 4 to 8 — from technology validation through prototype demonstration of complete defence systems. Under the 2026 EDF Work Programme, Development Actions receive approximately €676 million, the largest share of the €1 billion 2026 budget. The 2026 Work Programme covers 10 call areas, with DA topics conc…
Defence capability development across all military domains. 2026 priorities include major defence capabilities (EU endo-atmospheric interceptor, main battle tank, multiple rocket launcher, semi-autonomous vessel) and critical technologies (electronic warfare, multi-domain combat clouds, etc.). Specific 16 topics published in EDF 2026 Call Topic Descriptions.
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