Innovation Programmes

Eureka Clusters

Take part in industry-led communities for research and development

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Eureka Clusters are international communities led by industry. Each cluster is focused on a strategic technology area.

How Eureka Clusters support you

Eureka Clusters enable you to:

  • Discuss industry trends and challenges with your peers
  • Meet potential partners in multi-national corporations, research organisations, and SMEs to develop project ideas
  • Take part in a funded project

Eureka Clusters technology areas

There are several clusters, each covering a different technology area:

Next-generation communications

CELTIC-NEXT focuses on next-generation communications to make a more secure, trusted and sustainable digital society.

Read more about CELTIC-NEXT

Low-carbon technology

Eurogia2030 works towards a sustainable future by supporting innovations in low-carbon technologies.

Read more about Eurogia2030

Software innovation

ITEA 4 supports businesses in making the digital transition using innovative solutions.

Read more about ITEA 4

Advanced manufacturing and production

SMART supports research and development in advanced manufacturing.

Read more about SMART

Electronic components and systems

Xecs accelerates the pace of innovation in electronic components and systems.

Read more about Xecs

How Eureka Clusters work

Each Eureka Cluster is managed by an independent organisation on behalf of the network.

They run regular calls for projects focussed on their strategic areas. Eureka Clusters can also run joint calls for projects on themes that cross over individual technology areas.

Find out more about each cluster by visiting their websites using the links above.

How to apply

Each Eureka Cluster operates its own calls timetable. When a call is open, or opening soon, it will be listed below and on our open calls page. If no call is open, you can check back here later or subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed.

Please see the specific call page for more information about who can apply and how to do so.

Open calls for projects

Got an innovative idea? Explore our funding opportunities designed to support groundbreaking projects and help turn your vision into reality.

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Upcoming events

Event On Location
Eureka Clusters
Aveiro
11 Sep 2025 – 11 Sep 2025

CELTIC-NEXT Proposers Brokerage Day

Event On Location
Eureka Clusters
Dublin
14 Oct 2025 – 14 Oct 2025

SMART Proposers Day

Event On Location
Eureka Clusters
Riga
9 Oct 2025

Xecs matchmaking event

Event On Location
Eureka Clusters
Istanbul
26 Sep 2025

Eurogia Project Outline Day

Event On Location
Eureka Clusters
Estoril (Lisbon)
16 Sep 2025 – 18 Sep 2025

ITEA Project Outline Days

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