EEN Funding Talks #4 EIC Accelerator Dual Use & Defence

The EEN Funding Talks is a webinar series organised within the EDF Partner Pool to support companies, research organisations, and innovation stakeholders in accessing European funding opportunities in the defence and dual-use sectors.

This session focuses on the European Innovation Council (EIC), in particular the EIC Accelerator, supporting breakthrough innovations and high-impact startups. Recent amendments in the EIC Work Programme 2026 have expanded funding opportunities in the dual use and defence domains.

Participants will gain insights into:

• The EIC Accelerator funding

• Eligibility conditions, evaluation and application process

• Key tips for preparing competitive proposals and the support provided by the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN)

The webinar will feature experts from the European Commission sharing practical aspects of the calls, as well as EEN advisors.

This session is particularly relevant for:

• Start-ups and SMEs with high-risk, high-impact innovations

• Deep-tech and breakthrough technology developers

Participants will also have the opportunity to engage directly with speakers during a Q&A.