The EIC ACCESS+ Info Session #5, held on 6 May 2025 uncovered the funding opportunities for EIC Awardees and Seal of Excellence holders in accessing specialised services from the EIC Service Catalogue, focusing on matchmaking with EIC partners, how to obtain financial support of up to EUR 60 000 per beneficiary, and insights on how to cover the remaining 50% of service costs.
The session recording is now available for replay on the EIC Community YouTube channel [link to be added] and serves as a comprehensive resource for all eligible organisations seeking to advance their growth through co-financed support. From step-by-step guidance on the application process and how to cover the remaining 50% of the service costs to practical tips on engaging with vetted service providers, this webinar provides needed insights to successfully leverage the EIC ACCESS+ scheme.
Key takeaways from the session
- Overview of the EIC ACCESS+ Co-Funding Scheme
- Navigating the EIC Service Catalogue
- Showcase of EIC Partners
- How to apply for the EIC ACCESS+ grant and how to cover the remaining 50% of the service costs
- Joining the EIC ACCESS+ Community Hub
- Interactive Q&A Session
If you are interested in learning more about EIC ACCESS+ co-funding opportunities, we also invite you to watch the recording of Info Session #1, which provided a comprehensive overview of the EIC ACCESS+ funding scheme, and Info Session #2 focused on choosing the right service provider from the EIC Service Catalogue to cover your specific needs. The info sessions covered eligibility criteria, the application process, and practical steps for EIC beneficiaries to access financial support for accessing the EIC Service Catalogue. Info Session #4 provided valuable insights into the benefits of joining the EIC Ecosystem Partnership programme as a service provider to connect with EIC-endorsed deep-tech startups and SMEs and benefit from co-funding opportunities.
EIC ACCESS+: Supporting Europe’s deep-tech Innovators with co-financed access to specialised services
The EIC ACCESS+ project, an initiative of the EIC Business Acceleration Services, launched an open call in November 2024 offering up to EUR 60 000 in grants, covering up to 50% of the costs to access specialised services from the EIC Service Catalogue. Companies can use the funds to access resources to accelerate their growth and scale their innovations. The call is open until 31 May 2026.
Who can apply?
The open call is open to EIC Awardees (from the EIC Pathfinder, Transition, and Accelerator schemes) and Seal of Excellence holders (under the Horizon Europe Programme). The EIC Awardees from the EU countries or the Associate Countries are encouraged to apply. Check the eligibility criteria for the Open call on the EIC ACCESS+ website.
Learn how to apply for funding on the EIC ACCESS+ website or watch the guide🎥.
Read the Open call launch details on the EIC Community.
About the EIC Service Catalogue
The EIC Service Catalogue is brought to you by the EIC Ecosystem Partnership Programme, part of the EIC Business Acceleration Services. This programme is creating a network of partner organisations to address one of the greatest challenges for EIC innovators: accessing specialised sector-focused services. By forging new strategic partnerships with key actors such as business accelerators, incubators, and research and training organisations, the EIC helps its innovators access their resources, facilities and expertise so that no individual need is left unaddressed. These offers are then listed in the EIC Service Catalogue, a searchable platform through which EIC beneficiaries and Seal of Excellence holders can explore the service offers from the EIC Partners.
For any questions or technical issues concerning the programme, please contact us through the EIC Community’s contact page with the subject ‘EIC Ecosystem Partnership Programme’, or contact our helpdesk at eicpartnerships-helpdesk@eic-bas.eu.
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