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Programmes Defence EDFA new call is now open for startups and scale-ups to join the EUDIS Defence Business Accelerator Spring Cohort, starting in late March 2026. Twenty companies will be selected to participate and receive tailored support and funding.
The EUDIS Defence Business Accelerator is seeking applications from startups and scale-ups until 25 January 2026. Selected companies will benefit from customised coaching and training at designated accelerator locations, access to physical workspace, and integration into local ecosystems. The programme includes five onsite bootcamps across Europe, connecting participants with leaders in the defence industry, end-users, and investors. Each participant will also have access to testing facilities for solution validation and simulation.
Companies will receive a voucher worth 120,000 EUR as seed funding based on their progress towards predefined goals and may qualify for an additional reward voucher for top performers.
An online webinar is scheduled for 7 January 2026 from 13:00 to 14:00 CEST to discuss the application process for the Spring Cohort. Informative Webinar Registration.
More information regarding the technological themes and application details can be found at EUDIS Business Accelerator | EU Defence Innovation Programme.
A second call for an Autumn Cohort will be announced in May or June 2026.
Interested companies are encouraged to visit the EUDIS Business Accelerator page for more information and to register for the upcoming webinar.
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