UK Defence Innovation Competition: Innovation Support to Operations Phase 3 (Cycle 7)
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England
Applications
Open until 12 May 2026
This grant funds innovative solutions for defence challenges. It covers seven areas including unmanned aerial systems, telemetry, and autonomous navigation. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. Applications close on 12 May 2026. You can use the money to develop cost-competitive solutions for military operations. The grant is run by Innovate UK Business Connect. Eligibility requirements are not detailed in the current information. This is Cycle 7 of the Innovation Support to Operations programme.
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Seeking cost competitive, innovative solutions across seven new challenge areas covering Unmanned Aerial Systems, telemetry, and autonomous navigation/guidance.
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