COSME Program ELIIT Project Second Call

The second call for proposals is announced by the consortium "European Light Industries Innovation and Technology project (ELIIT Project)" established under the COSME Program. The consortium supports SMEs operating in the textile, leather, clothing and footwear industries to adapt to new technologies and to strengthen the cooperation between manufacturing companies and technology companies.  Universities can also participate in projects as applicants or partners within the scope of the call. 

Purposes of the ELIIT call are:

  • To increase the competitiveness of SMEs operating in the textile, clothing, leather and footwear (TDGA) industries;
  • To increase the partnership between SMEs and new technology owners in Europe;
  • To support technology transfer to SMEs;
  • Ensuring the development and widespread use of such Technologies;  big data, artificial intelligence, materials technology and additive manufacturing. 

Application Conditions: Applications are open to EU member countries, countries participating in the COSME Program and the United Kingdom. Partnerships should be established between at least 1 SME and 1 technology provider (innovation centers, universities, research centers, start-ups, etc.).

Project Duration: 12-18 months

Project Budget: Maximum 70.000 EUR

Application Deadline: April 14, 2021

 

Please click here to get detailed information about the call and to make an application.