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Globalstars
International R&D cooperation for innovative market-ready technologies
Latest source updateLast Update: July 31, 2026Latest change: Globalstars support pages now show updated open-call and event deadlines, including a Canada call deadline of 27 August 2026 and Investment Readiness sessions due 8 September 2026.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 31, 2026
Latest change: Globalstars support pages now show updated open-call and event deadlines, including a Canada call deadline of 27 August 2026 and Investment Readiness sessions due 8 September 2026.
Globalstars support pages updated
The Globalstars support content was updated on the National Funding Bodies page, where the open-call listings now show a Canada call for projects deadline of 27 August 2026 and Investment Readiness online sessions with deadlines of 8 September 2026. The Globalstars self-funding template still appears unchanged, and the main programme rules, funding terms, and application steps visible on the programme pages do not show a substantive revision.
Funding available
$ 25,000 - $ 3,000,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
SMEs, large companies, research organisations and universities in Austria, Finland and Sweden can participate in this call.
See full eligibility
Overview
Globalstars call with Taiwan 2026 supports international R&D consortia involving Taiwan and participating Eureka member countries to develop innovative products and applications with strong market potential. Priority fields include semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum hardware, digital health, telecommunications, and circular economy or mobility solutions.
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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
- Maximum amount : 3,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 25,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative R&D projects developing innovative, market-ready products and applications.
- High-tech projects, including semiconductors, photonics, artificial intelligence, and quantum hardware.
- Sustainability projects, including circular economy and mobility.
Documents Needed
- GANTT chart and signed co-signature form.
- Abstract, detailed project description, and budget plan.
- Detailed project plan and budget.
- CV for the Swedish project coordinator.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- SMEs, large companies, research organisations and universities in Austria, Finland and Sweden can participate in this call.
- SMEs and large companies can participate in Taiwan.
- Taiwanese companies can apply for funding in Taiwan.
- For-profit Dutch companies can submit the application in the Netherlands.
Who is not eligible
- DoIT does not fund universities and research organisations.
Eligible expenses
- R&D costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Technologies associated with nuclear power.
- Drug discovery.
Selection criteria
- Technical and financial review by external experts focusing on technological innovation, industrial impact, feasibility, and budget justification.
How to apply
- Contact your ministry or funding agency through Eureka’s website to discuss your project idea, finances, eligibility and procedures.
- Create an account on the application portal, one per consortium, and select the funding opportunity you want to apply to.
- Complete one application form per consortium in English and request that other partners fill out a partner form.
- Submit a GANTT chart, a signed co-signature form, and any other required attachments.
- Taiwanese applicants must submit their additional application documents to DoIT before the deadline specified in the 2026 call, by 17:00 CST.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are checked for completeness and eligibility before the standard evaluation procedure.
- Taiwan conducts a national-level evaluation under the A+ Industrial Innovation R&D Program, including a technical and financial review by external experts.
- Applicants may be required to participate in review meetings or provide supplementary information to clarify specific aspects of the proposal.
- The final funding decision is made based on the evaluation results and budget availability, and the final step is to complete and sign a consortium agreement.
Additional information
- If your ministry or funding agency does not have funding for organisations like yours, you can still join a project.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Globalstars Program
What is the Globalstars?
Globalstars call with Taiwan 2026 supports international R&D consortia involving Taiwan and participating Eureka member countries to develop innovative products and applications with strong market potential. Priority fields include semiconductors, artificial intelligence, quantum hardware, digital health, telecommunications, and circular economy or mobility solutions.
How much funding can be received?
Globalstars Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $3,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Globalstars program?
To be eligible for the Globalstars program, you must:
The consortium must include at least two mutually independent companies, one from Taiwan and one from another Eureka participating country, and no single organisation or country can be responsible for more than 70% of the project budget.
The project must research or develop an innovative product, process or service aimed at commercialisation.
The project must have a civilian purpose and last between 12 and 36 months.
What expenses are eligible under Globalstars?
Collaborative R&D projects developing innovative, market-ready products and applications.
High-tech projects, including semiconductors, photonics, artificial intelligence, and quantum hardware.
Sustainability projects, including circular economy and mobility.
Who can I contact for more information about the Globalstars?
You can contact Eureka Network (EUREKA) by email at international.innoproject@bpifrance.fr or by phone at 1-877-994-4727.
Where is the Globalstars available?
The Globalstars program is available across Canada.
Who are the financial supporters of the Globalstars?
Globalstars is funded by Eureka Network (EUREKA)