European Funding Clinic

About this event

ATI, Innovate UK, and UK ARC, in partnership with Clean Aviation, are hosting this clinic for UK aerospace companies looking to access European funding.

This session will provide tailored guidance on available opportunities, insights into the European funding landscape, and how UK businesses can engage with and benefit from these programmes. Attendees will also receive practical advice on navigating the application process, building partnerships, and maximising collaboration opportunities

What to expect

The clinic will provide participants with an opportunity to:

• Hear and engage in a Q&A session on Clean Aviation's Call 3 for Proposals.
• Hear from Innovate UK, ATI and UK ARC on further funding opportunities in Europe and support that is available for applicants.
• Receive an overview of the European ecosystem that supports and drives strategic decision-making in European programmes and how your business can get involved.

Clean Aviation Call 3 for Proposals

The Clean Aviation Joint Undertaking, the EU’s flagship research and innovation programme for aviation is set to publish details of its upcoming Call 3 for Proposals on 20th February.

This call will feature a total EU funding of up to €380 million corresponding to a minimum of €950 million of total research effort to support disruptive projects aimed at decarbonising aviation. UK companies are eligible to apply under the UK Association to Horizon Europe.

An information day for this Call 3 for Proposal in 2025 is available on 4th March, hosted by Clean Aviation. Registration and attendance of this information day is encouraged prior to attending this Clinic.

Agenda

13:00 Welcome and introductions

Sophie Lane, Chief Relationships Officer at ATI

Welcome and overview of the session.

13:10 Clean Aviation Call 3 for Proposals

Maria Calvo, Head of Unit Project Management & Hanh Nguyen, Programme Coordination Officer at Clean Aviation

Overview of the upcoming Clean Aviation Call 3 for Proposals with dedicated Q&A for UK registrations.

13:40 Other EU Funded Programmes

Louise Mothersole, Horizon Europe UK National Contact Point for Mobility at Innovate UK

Overview of other funding opportunities and scope of EU calls relevant to aerospace. Includes information on SESAR, Cluster 5 and Fuels.

13:50 Practical Advice on Applying for EU funding

Louise Mothersole, Horizon Europe UK National Contact Point for Mobility at Innovate UK

Practical advice and support available through the NCPs. Topics include how build a successful bid for EU funding, building networks and identifying opportunities.

14:05 Maximising Synergies Between UK and EU Research for Aviation

Chris Low, Senior Manager for International Relations at ATI and Roger Gardner, Network Manger at UK ARC

Insight into the European research landscape and how to maximise your influence in European networks.

Who is this event for?

UK companies looking to access European funding.