Deadline Date: October 13, 2026
Applicants are now submit applications to support research and development projects between Swedish and German small and medium-sized enterprises to develop innovative, market-oriented and sustainable solutions.
The focus areas of this program include research and development activities within industrial research and experimental development; creation of products, technology-based services, and methods across all technological and application areas; development of sustainable solutions with market potential; and addressing societal challenges through innovation and cross-border collaboration between SMEs.
Funding of up to SEK 3 million is available per project, aimed at supporting the development and implementation of joint R&D initiatives that can generate sustainable and commercially viable innovations.
This initiative is designed to strengthen cooperation between enterprises in Germany and Sweden by supporting joint R&D efforts that lead to practical and scalable innovations. It encourages partnerships that combine expertise from different sectors to develop advanced technological solutions with real-world applications.
The program supports activities defined under EU industrial research and experimental development categories, ensuring that funded projects focus on innovation-driven outcomes. It also promotes collaboration with academic institutions and research institutes as project partners, where possible, to enhance knowledge exchange and technical depth.
Eligible applicants include small and medium-sized enterprises with up to 499 employees. Companies are expected to collaborate on joint projects, with co-financing of eligible costs in accordance with state aid regulations. The program encourages participation from academia and research institutes as supporting partners to strengthen project outcomes.
For more information, visit Vinnova.
