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Interregional Innovation Investments Instrument

Interregional Innovation Investments Strand 2a

Funds EISMEA Interregional Innovation Investments for small and medium-sized enterprises in developing European regions through cross-border transfer and capability building.

I3-2026-INV2a is Strand 2a of the Interregional Innovation Investments (I3) Instrument, managed by EISMEA. The call opened on 13 May 2026 with a total estimated budget of EUR 30.2 million for 2026. It targets technology transfer, demonstration, capability building, and knowledge transfer for SMEs, with a specific emphasis on reinforcing the integration of innovation actors from less-developed and …

Technology transfer, demonstration, and capability building for SMEs in less-developed and transition EU regions, integrating them into cross-border value chains at TRL 6+.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.12 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.€30.2M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: eismea.ec.europa.eu