[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

September 3, 2026

€6,000,000–€7,000,000 per grant; 1 grant expected; single-stage application

Supports EU-based development and industrialization of semi-insulating SiC substrates for GaN MMICs to reduce non-EU dependencies for critical space EEE components.

Participation is limited to legal entities in EU Member States, Norway, and Iceland; strict export control and supply chain rules apply.

--- ## Description This European Commission grant funds research and innovation projects focused on the development and industrialization of semi-insulating silicon carbide (SiC) substrate capabilities for gallium nitride (GaN) monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs) at millimeter-wave frequencies. The aim is to reinforce the EU's strategic autonomy in the space sector by reducing reliance on non-EU sources for critical electronic, electrical, and electromechanical (EEE) components. Projects should establish a sustainable and resilient EU-based supply chain for high-performance space EEE components, aligning with the EU Observatory of Critical Technologies roadmap. The scope includes advancing technology maturity, trustable supply chains, collaboration between space and non-space industries, and commercialization strategies to support future EU space missions. Proposals must also address supply chain analysis, industry standards, and unrestricted access to developed hardware and processes for EU entities. --- ## Due Dates - September 3, 2026: Full application submission deadline --- ## Funding Amount - Total indicative budget for this topic: €6,860,000 - Expected grant size: €6,000,000 to €7,000,000 - Number of grants: 1 - Funding type: Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Action (HORIZON-RIA) - Single-stage application process --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible countries:** Legal entities established in EU Member States, Norway, and Iceland. - **Restrictions:** - Entities established in non-eligible countries, or controlled by non-eligible countries/entities, are not permitted unless strict guarantees are provided and positively assessed. - No participation for entities considered high-risk suppliers of mobile network communications equipment or those owned/controlled by such suppliers. - **Consortium requirements:** Proposals must ensure the supply chain and final products are free from non-EU export restrictions (e.g., ITAR, EAR). - **Additional requirements:** - All participants must complete a declaration of ownership and control. - Supply and availability of developed hardware/processes must be ensured for at least four years post-project to any EU, Norwegian, or Icelandic entity, at fair market conditions. --- ## Application Process - **Submission:** Single-stage process; applications must be submitted via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL4-2026-SPACE-03-82?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - **Templates and forms:** - [Application form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf) - [Evaluation form](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/ef/ef_he-ria-ia_en.pdf) - [Declaration of ownership and control](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/ownership-control-declaration_en.docx) - **Page limit:** 80 pages (see Part B of the Application Form). - **Guidance:** Refer to the [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) and [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual). --- ## Additional Information - Proposals must include detailed supply chain analysis, business plans for commercialization, and address all relevant export controls. - Developed products must be available to other EU entities post-project, without legal restrictions. - Integration of the gender dimension in research is not required for this topic. - For full details and updates, consult the [topic page](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL4-2026-SPACE-03-82?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal (topic page)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL4-2026-SPACE-03-82?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=7&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual) - [Application Form Template](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf) - [Declaration of Ownership and Control](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/ownership-control-declaration_en.docx) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General queries | [European Commission Contact](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | IT helpdesk | [Funding & Tenders Portal IT Helpdesk](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/helpdesks/contact-form) | | Research programme | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points| [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Space critical EEE components for EU non-dependence – GaN MMICs mm-Wave Foundations (Phase A): Development and Industrialization of Semi-insulating SiC Substrate Capabilities - European Commission

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