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Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals
Transnational R&D funding for lightweighting projects
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 15, 2025
- Closing date : October 23, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports transnational R&D projects in lightweighting, with funding available for eligible national participants depending on country rules. It covers projects focused on lightweighting design, advanced materials, circularity, digital technologies, and transferable business models.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : May 15, 2025
- Closing date : October 23, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research and development in lightweighting technologies
- Development and testing of lightweight design and manufacturing concepts
- Development of advanced lightweight materials and circular solutions
- Use of digital technologies for lightweighting design and lifecycle optimisation
Documents Needed
- Eureka application form
- Consortium partner forms
- Gantt chart
- Signed co-signature form
- Any additional required annexes
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Companies
- Research organisations
- Universities
- SMEs
Who is not eligible
- Companies in financial difficulty
- Projects that have already received public funding
- Applicants without a Walloon operating establishment, for Walloon participation
Eligible expenses
- R&D staff costs, including researchers and technical personnel
- Operating and general overhead costs
- Equipment and materials used for the research
- Subcontracting costs
Eligible geographic areas
- Austria
- Belgium (Flanders)
- Belgium (Wallonia)
- Estonia
- Germany
- Lithuania
- Poland
- Slovakia
- Spain
- South Africa
- South Korea
- Türkiye
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are checked for completeness and eligibility.
- Eligible projects are reviewed through the Eureka evaluation process.
- National funding bodies may carry out an additional review under their own rules.
- Successful projects receive a Eureka label before funding decisions are finalized.
- A consortium agreement must be completed and signed before project start.
Additional information
- A consortium agreement must be signed before project start.
- The project cannot have received public funding already.
- Projects are submitted in parallel to Eureka and ONTIME.
- A French-language funding request to SPW Recherche is mandatory for Walloon applicants.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals?
This program supports transnational R&D projects in lightweighting, with funding available for eligible national participants depending on country rules. It covers projects focused on lightweighting design, advanced materials, circularity, digital technologies, and transferable business models.
How much funding can be received?
Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was October 23, 2025.
Who is eligible for the Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals program?
To be eligible for the Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals program, you must:
International R&D consortium
Innovative commercial project
Civilian-purpose project
What expenses are eligible under Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals?
Research and development in lightweighting technologies
Development and testing of lightweight design and manufacturing concepts
Development of advanced lightweight materials and circular solutions
Use of digital technologies for lightweighting design and lifecycle optimisation
Who can I contact for more information about the Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at eureka-eurostars.recherche@spw.wallonie.be or by phone at +32 (0)81 77 86 82.
Where is the Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals available?
The Eureka Network Lightweighting Technologies 2024-25 Call for Proposals program is available the province of Quebec.