Interregional Innovation Investments Instrument
Supports EU Cohesion fund bridging less developed regions into deep tech value chains small businesses, consortium grants.
The Interregional Innovation Investments Instrument sits under EISMEA and uses EU Cohesion Policy to link businesses with innovation actors in other regions. The 2026 Strand 1 call carries a budget of €28.2 million and is built to strengthen EU value chains while bringing less-developed regions into them.
I3 runs two main paths: Strand 1 funds mature business cases through consortium grants, whil…
Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.
Connects research teams and institutions for Interregional Innovation Investments Strand in manufacturing, materials science, and agriculture innovation.
Funds EISMEA Interregional Innovation Investments for small and medium-sized enterprises in developing European regions through cross-border transfer and capability building.
Administers research teams and institutions for PRECISEU Joint Interregional Projects on Personalised Medicine in medical technology, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence.
Offers RIVCircular Call Interregional Circular Economy Innovation Proposals for practical innovation and measurable results.