Eurostars (UK)

Eurostars (UK) is the UK participation in Eureka's Eurostars programme, administered by Innovate UK for SME-led international R&D consortia. It sits under Innovate UK, the UK's innovation agency, and backs cross-border projects rather than domestic single-firm grants. The UK contribution is one part of a wider European collaboration model, so applicants need a live international team rather than a purely UK-based proposal. UK SMEs can receive up to EUR 360,000 per project, roughly GBP 300k, at up to 60% of eligible costs. The UK contribution is paid in GBP equivalent, and the consortium must be led by an SME from a Eurostars-eligible country with the UK partner registered and operating in the UK. The programme runs two calls each year, with Call 10 closing in March 2026 and Call 11 closing in September 2026. The programme suits companies already working internationally and needing a disciplined consortium structure. Strong applicants present a clear technical objective, a credible lead SME outside the UK, and a UK role that matches the project's economics and delivery plan. The route rewards coordination, a practical work split, and a proposal that makes the UK contribution feel necessary rather than incidental.

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.