HORIZON-JU-CBE-2023-S-01
EU-wide network of pilot plants and testing facilities, improving SMEs and start-ups' access to scale-up
Plain-language summary
Build an EU-wide network of pilot plants and testing facilities to help SMEs and start-ups scale up bio-based processes.
This call supports creating a network across Europe of pilot plants and testing facilities. It aims to improve access for SMEs and start-ups to scale up their bio-based innovations. The focus is on knowledge sharing, infrastructure access, and support services.
Likely relevant for
- SMEs in bio-based sectors
- Start-ups developing bio-based products
- Organizations managing pilot plants or testing facilities
- Entities involved in technology transfer and matchmaking
- EU network coordinators in bioeconomy
Project signals
Scale-up of bio-based processesAccess to testing and pilot infrastructureKnowledge co-creation networksSupport services for SMEs and start-upsDigital agenda integration
What it funds
- Establishing and coordinating an EU-wide network of pilot plants and testing facilities
- Improving access for SMEs and start-ups to scale-up infrastructure and services
- Facilitating knowledge and technology transfer among stakeholders
- Supporting matchmaking and awareness improvement activities
- Promoting open access to facilities and databases
- Addressing under-represented countries and regions in the bioeconomy
Expected outcomes
- Enhanced access to pilot plants and testing facilities for SMEs and start-ups
- Improved scale-up capabilities for bio-based processes
- Strengthened European network for bio-based innovation infrastructure
- Increased collaboration and knowledge sharing among stakeholders
- Greater market and finance access for bio-based SMEs and start-ups
Who can apply / participate
- SMEs
- Start-ups
- Research organizations
- Technology transfer offices
- Industry associations
- Infrastructure managers
- Submission model is single-stage
- Check if single applicants or consortia are allowed
- EU-wide scope
- Focus on under-represented countries and regions
- Must support SMEs and start-ups in bio-based sectors
- Likely requires experience in pilot plant or testing facility management
- Exact eligibility criteria for applicants
- Consortium composition rules
Must check before shortlisting
- Specific eligibility criteria for applicants
- Budget and funding rates
- Consortium requirements if any
- Detailed scope and expected outcomes
Money
Budget details and funding rates are not stated and must be checked in the official call documents.
Application notes
- Single-stage submission model. Check official call for detailed submission steps and requirements.
- Verify eligibility and consortium rules before applying
- Confirm deadlines and submission portal details
Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 10:45 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.
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