Agence de l'innovation de défense logo
BraveTech EU

BraveTech EU

Supports defense technology initiatives that translate operational experience into practical European innovation projects.

ClosedAgence de l'innovation de défenseEUNorwayUkraine

BraveTech EU is a European Union and Ukraine joint defence innovation programme that combines Ukrainian operational experience from the ongoing conflict with European technology development capability. The programme carries a total budget of €100 million, structured as a 50/50 match between EU funding (€50 million) and Ukrainian government contribution (€50 million). It targets defence technology

Defense innovation combining Ukrainian operational experience with European technology. Across DefTech Forges, hackathons, workshops, and competitions.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.48 months
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.€100M

Sign up free to see the funding breakdown

Sign up free to see the industries in scope

Sign up free to see the full eligibility

Sign up free to see how to apply

Sign up free to see the timeline

Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.defense.gouv.fr