Eureka Globalstars programme

Drive Global R&D collaboration with Eureka Globalstars funding

Accelerate international innovation through joint R&D projects connecting Eureka member countries with global partners.

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Eureka Globalstars supports innovative, market-driven organisations to build strategic international partnerships and develop breakthrough technologies with partners beyond Europe.

Whether your goal is to co-develop, validate, or commercialise a new product, Globalstars helps turn your global collaboration into market success.

Substantial Funding

Access national funding to support international R&D collaboration, with typical project budgets ranging from €0.5 M – €2 M, depending on country rules

Global Collaboration

Work with partners from Eureka countries and selected global partners such as Singapore, South Korea, Canada, Brazil, and Japan.

Market Impact

Bring innovative solutions to market faster by validating prototypes and accelerating commercialisation in multiple regions.

Access to Expertise

Benefit from the combined resources of national funding agencies, the Eureka Network, and international innovation partners.

500k

Max. grant per partner

40+

participating countries

85%

Max. funding rate

36

max. project duration

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About the Eureka Globalstars call

Eureka Globalstars is an initiative of the Eureka Network that funds international R&D projects between Eureka member countries and selected global partners.

Eligible applicants
  • At least one organisation from a Eureka member country and one from the designated Globalstars partner country must form a consortium.
  • Eligible participants include SMEs, large companies, universities, and research organisations.
Eureka Globalstars calls 2026
  • Globalstars with Japan 2026
    • Participating countries: Austria, Belgium (Flanders), Canada, Denmark, France, Israel, Japan, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Norway, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
    • Opened: 14 October 2025
    • Deadline: 21 January 2026
    • Status:Open
    • Lean More: Eureka Network – Globalstars Japan 2025/26 Call
Funding

Funding amounts and rates in Eureka Globalstars vary by country, as each national agency finances its own participants under local rules. Support can take the form of grants, loans, or a mix of both.

Companies typically receive around 35–80% of eligible costs, while universities and research organisations often obtain higher coverage, reaching 90–100% in some countries.

Key deadlines

Globalstars calls are launched regularly, each with their own submission deadlines. Deadlines are announced on the Eureka Network website.

Application process

Submit a joint project application through the Eureka platform, followed by national submissions to respective funding agencies.

What is the evaluation criteria?

Projects under Eureka Globalstars are evaluated on three main criteria:

  1. Impact – market potential, commercialisation plan, and global competitiveness.
  2. Excellence – level of innovation, technical challenge, and R&D quality.
  3. Implementation quality – strength of the consortium, project planning, and resource efficiency.

Each proposal is scored on a common 180-point scale, with a minimum of 108 points required for a positive evaluation.

Eligible costs

Personnel, subcontracting, equipment, materials, travel, consumables, and indirect costs as defined by national funding rules.

How We Support Your Eureka Globalstars Application

  • Backed by PhDs, engineers, and finance experts, we guide you through every stage of the Globalstars application and project lifecycle.
  • We combine strategic insight with technical excellence to help innovators secure the right collaborative funding and manage their projects successfully.
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3. Submission & Grant Agreement

We coordinate the submission process through the Eureka platform and manage communication with all relevant national funding bodies. Given Globalstars’ decentralised model, we ensure each partner meets their country’s specific documentation, eligibility, and administrative requirements. After approval, we support national contract negotiations, grant agreement preparation, and budget alignment to ensure a smooth project start.

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“The Evolution Europe team has been a revelation. From evaluating our project’s potential to structuring the collaboration agreement, their support eased pressure across our team and facilitated seamless communication between Sweden and France. We look forward to continuing this collaboration.”

Soham Saha, Co-founder and CEO of MedInsights

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“The collaboration with Evolution during the application process was exceptional. Their strategic guidance and expertise in European funding significantly improved the clarity, focus, and competitiveness of our proposal.”

Susana Garcia, CEO of Water Challenge

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Evolution Europe has been brilliant in supporting our project’s administration, communication, and progress tracking, playing a key role in our success.”

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Evolution Europe’s expertise was pivotal in navigating the complexities of the funding process, ensuring our vision became a reality.”

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Evolution Europe’s support was key in our success, turning our innovative ideas into a compelling proposal.”

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about the Eureka Globastars programme.

Which countries participate in the Eureka Globalstars call?

Participation changes by call. Past calls have involved partners such as Canada, Singapore, South Korea, India, Brazil, and Japan.

What funding rate does Eureka Globalstars offer?

he funding rate for Eureka Globalstars varies by country and organisation type, as each national funding body finances its participants under its own rules. As a general guide, SMEs typically receive 45–80% of eligible costs, and medium-sized companies around 35–75%. Universities and research organisations often receive higher coverage—commonly up to 85%, but in some countries it can reach 90% (e.g., Denmark) or even 100% (e.g., Lithuania).

What is the success rate for Eureka Globalstars projects?

Success rates vary by call but are typically between 20–30 % of eligible proposals.

How long does it take to get funded?

Funding decisions are usually made within 4 – 6 months after submission.

What is the TRL required to apply to the Eureka Globalstars programme?

Projects generally range from TRL 4 – 7, covering proof-of-concept through to pilot or prototype validation stages.

What other Eureka Network calls are there?

Beyond Globalstars, the Eureka Network offers several international R&D and innovation programmes. The most prominent include Eureka Eurostars, supporting R&D-performing SMEs in collaborative projects, and Eureka Innowwide, which funds market-validation activities for innovative SMEs looking to internationalise.

At Evolution Europe, we have a strong track record in both the Eurostars and Eureka Innowwide programmes, successfully guiding organisations through opportunity assessment, proposal preparation, submission, and grant management. Our experience across multiple Eureka instruments ensures that we can help you select and secure the most suitable funding pathway for your innovation strategy.

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