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Opens:
13/3/2025
Closes:
14/5/2025
Sectors:
All
Digital, AI & Machine Learning
Project Size:
€1.88 million

What Is SOPRANO?

SOPRANO is offering financial support to innovative SMEs and startups across Europe to develop or enhance robotics demonstrators using SOPRANO technologies. These demonstrators should focus on Multi-Human Multi-Robot (MH-MR) interaction within industrial environments, including sectors beyond those directly represented by the SOPRANO consortium.




Who Can Apply?

The call is open to:

  • Robotics Equipment Manufacturers
  • Developers of Robotic Systems
  • System Integrators in the Robotics Space
  • Providers of Industrial Robotics Applications

Applicants can be:

  • A single SME or startup
  • A consortium of up to 3 SMEs/startups

Funding Details

  • Total Budget Available: €1.88 million
  • Maximum Funding Per Project: Up to €200,000
  • Number of Projects to Be Funded: Up to 10
  • Project Duration: 16 months (Mid-July 2025 to Mid-November 2026)




Eligibility Notes:

  • Must be established for at least 1 year before applying
  • Based in the EU or associated countries eligible under Horizon Europe
  • Must meet SME/startup definition criteria (see official guidelines)

Why Apply?

  • Financial Support: Secure up to €200,000 in non-dilutive grant funding
  • Expert Guidance: Gain access to technical and business support from SOPRANO partners
  • Real-World Validation: Test and validate your robotics solution in genuine industrial MH-MR scenarios
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with Europe’s leading research and industry experts in robotics

What Will You Do?

1. Design Phase
Define your MH-MR use case and outline key performance indicators.

2. Implementation Phase
Integrate SOPRANO tech with your existing systems and build a working demonstrator.

3. Validation & Exploitation Phase
Assess the impact of your solution, attend at least one in-person event, and prepare a commercialisation roadmap.

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