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[IUK] Deep Tech Co-Creation Accelerator 2026–2027

Included in Unlimited Plan*

The programme funds 100% of eligible actual costs, with 60% paid as pre-financing and the remaining 40% after approval of the final report and completion of the agreed deliverables and KPIs. However, it is not fully non-dilutive funding, because the start-up must transfer between 3.5% and 7% equity to 28DIGITAL. What the programme supports The accelerator is designed for start-ups that want to work directly with an established company, SME, cluster or public organisation to solve a defined industry problem. Over four months, the venture should validate its technology in a relevant environment…

Award
Up to €250,000 per venture
Single applicants welcome

Next deadline

Date to be confirmed

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What it funds

The programme funds 100% of eligible actual costs, with 60% paid as pre-financing and the remaining 40% after approval of the final report and completion of the agreed deliverables and KPIs. However, it is not fully non-dilutive funding, because the start-up must transfer between 3.5% and 7% equity to 28DIGITAL. What the programme supports The accelerator is designed for start-ups that want to work directly with an established company, SME, cluster or public organisation to solve a defined industry problem. Over four months, the venture should validate its technology in a relevant environment…

Who it suits

The programme funds 100% of eligible actual costs, with 60% paid as pre-financing and the remaining 40% after approval of the final report and completion of the agreed deliverables and KPIs. However, it is not fully non-dilutive funding, because the start-up must transfer between 3.5% and 7% equity…

  • Clean energy & net zero
  • Manufacturing & materials
  • Defence & security
  • Industrial R&D

Programme specifications

Award band£250k-£1m
FunderOther funders
RegionUK-wide
Partners requiredNo
Next deadlineTo be confirmed
Key sectors
Clean energy & net zeroManufacturing & materialsDefence & security

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