DIGITAL-2023-EDIH-04-ASSOCIATED

Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs – Associated Countries

Status
open for submission
Programme
Digital Europe Programme (DIGITAL)
Action type
DIGITAL Simple Grants
Opens
20 Dec 2023
Deadline
10 Apr 2024
Fetched
1 Jul 2026, 09:10 UTC
Plain-language summary

Funding for Network of European Digital Innovation Hubs in Associated Countries to boost digital transformation and innovation.

This call supports the creation and strengthening of European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs) in associated countries. It aims to foster digital transformation and innovation across various sectors. The funding is provided through a single-stage application process.

Likely relevant for

  • Digital Innovation Hubs
  • SMEs seeking digital transformation support
  • Regional development agencies
  • Technology transfer organizations
  • Research and innovation clusters
  • Public sector innovation bodies

Project signals

Focus on digital innovation and transformationCollaboration across associated countriesSupport for SMEs and public sector digitalizationDevelopment of digital services and technologies

What it funds

  • Establishment and networking of European Digital Innovation Hubs in associated countries
  • Support for digital transformation of SMEs and public sector entities
  • Activities promoting technology transfer and innovation ecosystems
  • Development and deployment of advanced digital technologies

Expected outcomes

  • Enhanced digital innovation capacity in associated countries
  • Stronger collaboration among Digital Innovation Hubs
  • Increased adoption of digital technologies by SMEs and public sector
  • Improved regional competitiveness and innovation

Who can apply / participate

  • Digital Innovation Hubs
  • Research and innovation organizations
  • SME support organizations
  • Public sector bodies
  • Regional development agencies
  • Consortium composition rules must be checked in call documents
  • Applicants must be from EU associated countries
  • Eligibility depends on being a recognized Digital Innovation Hub or similar entity in associated countries
  • Exact consortium size and composition
  • Specific eligibility conditions for applicants

Must check before shortlisting

  • Eligibility criteria regarding associated countries
  • Specific budget and funding rates
  • Consortium composition rules

Money

Budget details and funding rates are not stated and must be checked in official call documents.

Application notes

  • Single-stage submission model.
  • Check eligibility criteria carefully before applying
  • Confirm consortium requirements and deadlines

Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 08:21 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.

Official source text

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