Be part of the Innovation in Electronic Components & System

Xecs is a EUREKA Cluster call focused on collaborative and innovative projects in electronic components and systems (ECS). The focus is on sustainable digital transformation, and the call gives extensive opportunity to generate project ideas, build collaborative consortia, and carry out projects – with events organised to support the process.

Key characteristics of Xecs:

Xecs projects are typically industry-led and aim to deliver impactful innovations that can be commercialized, enhancing Europe's leadership in ECS technologies.The project volume ranges of EUR 2-80 million for each project, at a funding rate of 40-60%, up to 3-years project duration. 

Xecs aims to support European technological sovereignty by driving advances in ECS technologies, which are critical for sectors such as automotive, healthcare, smart cities, and industrial automation.

Focus Areas: Microelectronics, smart sensors, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum technologies, and connectivity.

Who Can Apply

The Xecs call targets SMEs, LEs, Universities as well as Research centers and Public institutions promoting cross-border partnerships within and beyond Europe involved in EUREKA. Funding is available only to participants from the supporting Eureka countries requiring a consortium of min. two Eureka countries. 

Deadlines

Project outlines: 23 January 2025 at 17:00.

Hereafter, selected project partners will be invited to prepare and submit a Full Project Proposal with a deadline of 16 April at 17:00.