European Space Agency Open Call For Proposals: Proof-of-concept Studies and Pilot Projects
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Location
England
Applications
Rolling (always open)
This is an always-open funding opportunity for UK businesses to develop space-enabled applications or services. You can apply for any industry, market or topic that uses space technology. UK applicants can receive up to 50% of their project costs. There is no set deadline as applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The funding covers proof-of-concept studies and pilot projects. You need to be a business based in England to apply. The exact funding amounts are not specified but depend on your project costs.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must be UK business
- Project must involve space-enabled application or service
- Maximum 50% cost coverage
This grant is for businesses in England that want to develop applications or services using space technology. It covers any industry or market sector. You need to be a UK business to qualify for the 50% cost coverage.
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An always-open invitation for businesses to apply for a funding activity relating to a space-enabled application or service for any industry, market or topic. UK applicants can receive up to 50% of costs.
This is managed through Innovate UK Business Connect. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. Contact Innovate UK Business Connect for application details and requirements.
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