Space critical equipment for EU non-dependence

What is this call about?

The call funds one research and innovation action that matures critical space equipment, reducing EU dependence on non-EU suppliers and export-controlled technologies.

What does this call fund?

Scope

The topic funds development projects that mature critical space equipment, in order to reduce dependence on sources outside the EU, establish a long-term sustainable supply chain and support EU strategic autonomy in space.

Supply chain requirements

• The supply chain should preferably be built fully in the EU
• Where this is only partly possible, services procured outside the EU must keep the supply chain trustworthy and free from non-EU export controls; this case needs the approval of the granting authority
• The list of relevant equipment will be based on strategic institutional programme needs, input from European stakeholders and the EU Observatory of Critical Technologies

Expected outcomes

Less dependence on non-EU critical space equipment, unrestricted access to such equipment for EU space missions, resilient supply chains, competitive products matching or exceeding non-EU performance, and new opportunities for manufacturers.

Other conditions

Collaboration between European non-space and space industries should be enhanced. Activities should complement national and European space agency activities, and the proposal should explain how. Activities are expected to reach TRL 6 (ISO 16290:2013).

When is the deadline?

2 September 2027 (300 days)

2 September 2027. Single-stage submission; planned opening date 9 March 2027.