Invitation and news about the European Defence Fund (EDF)

The work programme for EDF 25 has now been released. We have also received invitations to this year's national EDF information day and the European EDF days. Read more below and apply!

EDF 25 work programme

• EDF Work Programme 2025
• EDF 2025 Call Topic Descriptions
• EDF Indicative Multiannual Perspective 2025-2027
• Factsheet EDF Work Program 2025

This year's National EDF Information Day March 6, 2025

It is now possible to register for this year's national information day about EDF March 6 via FMV homepage. There is also updated information about this year's schedule for the national application process for state aid.

Due to the security situation, FMV will not announce the location of the info day in advance – this information will only be sent to registered participants closer to the event.

More info and registration: https://www.fmv.se/internationellt/europeiska-forsvarsfonden/informationsdagar/

European EDF Days 2-3 April 2025

The European Commission is inviting you to an exclusive information day and networking event on funding opportunities under the European Defence Fund (EDF) 2025.

When? April 2–3, 2025
Where? Brussels & online (hybrid format)

This year's EDF Info Days will include:

✅ A detailed presentation of the EDF 2025 calls for proposals, presented by experts from DG DEFIS
✅ Insights into the EDF application process, including funding opportunities and application procedures
✅ Thematic pitch sessions to help you find partners, form R&D consortia and develop project proposals
✅ EU Defence Investor Day – a platform that brings together investors and entrepreneurs in the defence sector
✅ Possibility of matchmaking, both on-site and virtually, before, during and after the event

Who should participate?
Potential applicants from public and private organisations in EU Member States and Norway. More information on eligibility requirements can be found on the EDF website.

Important deadlines:
Deadline for submitting pitch presentations: February 28, 2025
Last day for registration: March 14, 2025

Don't miss this opportunity to collaborate, develop innovations and secure funding for your R&D projects in the defense sector. Register now to secure your place and access exclusive matchmaking services!

More info and registration: https://2025.eu-defence-fund-info-days.eu/register/

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