Dual-Use Drones Innovative Programme

The Programme is designed to support services to dual-use SMEs to develop drone projects. The Programme aims to support SMEs in: the technological maturation of their drone solutions, the structuring of their innovation strategy, improvement and adaptation of their business models, processes and products to address civil, digital, social and environmental needs. Support Offered Selected SMEs will benefit from: Individual assessment and roadmap definition. Mentorship throughout the Programme. Tailored technical, regulatory, business and testing services as explained in Annex 3. Access to training and internationalisation support. Possibility to participate in the Innovation Drone Alliance. Equity-free funding of up to €35,000 per SME. Some activities are mandatory, while others are optional depending on the SME’s needs. Each selected SME will implement an Innovation Plan, which will serve as the main reference for participation in the Programme.…