MANTRA 1st Open Call for Manufacturing SMEs
Strives to foster the green and digital transformation of European manufacturing SMEs by supporting them in adopting advanced technologies and social innovation to enhance sustainability and competitiveness.
The MANTRA 1st Open Call for Manufacturing SMEs invites eligible small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from the manufacturing sector to apply for financial support aimed at enhancing their sustainability and innovation. This initiative seeks to empower SMEs to embrace advanced technologies and social innovations through tailored support and expert guidance.
Type of projects to be funded: The call funds transformation projects that are realistic, impactful, and align with the SME's strategy for long-term sustainability and growth through the adoption of advanced technologies.
Sectors / domain: Eligible sectors include machinery, food, textiles, plastics, ceramics, and metals.
Individual or consortium: The call is open to individual SMEs, not consortiums.
Specific eligibility requirements: Applicants must be registered SMEs based in EU Member States, and applications must be submitted in English.
Specific topics or challenges: Projects should focus on green and digital transformation, reducing environmental impacts, and improving competitiveness and resilience.
Projects duration: Each project is expected to last for six months.
Budget, funding rates and payment conditions:
Funding rate: 100%
Budget conditions / limitations: up to €50,000 per SME. A total budget of €1,250,000 is allocated to support up to 25 SMEs.
Payments: Details of the payment schedule are not specified.
Key dates: The open call is launched on 16th June 2025, with a deadline on 15th September 2025. Successful applicants will be notified in November 2025, with sub-projects expected to launch in January 2026.
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Closes
15/09/2025
Max funding per project
50.000€