Latest EIC Accelerator Results

EIC Accelerator Results – February 2025 Update (October 2024 Cutoff)

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The latest EIC Accelerator funding results have been published on February 17, 2025, for the October 3, 2024, cutoff date. A total of 71 innovative startups and SMEs have secured funding through this highly competitive program, which aims to support groundbreaking innovations in Europe and beyond.

This round of funding showcases the European Innovation Council’s (EIC) ongoing commitment to fostering deep-tech and high-impact ventures. Below, we break down the key statistics and insights from the latest results.

Key Highlights of the October 2024 EIC Accelerator Results

  • Total funding allocated: €387 million
  • Average funding per company: €5.45 million
  • Funding types awarded:
    • Blended finance (grant + equity): 56 companies (78.9%)
    • Equity-only: 5 companies (7.0%)
    • Grant-only: 10 companies (14.1%)

The continued dominance of blended finance funding shows the EIC’s preference for supporting startups that combine grant funding with equity investment, ensuring long-term scalability.

Breakdown of Funding Allocation

  • Grant budget: €161 million
  • Equity budget: €226 million

The significant €226 million in equity investments reflects the EIC’s strategy of backing high-potential startups beyond initial grant funding, helping them scale globally.

Success Rates – A Highly Competitive Process

The EIC Accelerator remains one of the most competitive funding programs in Europe:

  • Step 2 success rate: 36%
  • Step 3 success rate: 16%
  • Overall success rate (from Step 2 to final selection): 5.9%

This means that out of every 100 applicants who reach Step 2, fewer than 6 companies ultimately secure funding, highlighting the program’s rigorous selection process.

Geographical Distribution of Funded Companies

The 71 selected companies come from 16 different countries, reflecting the broad European reach of the EIC Accelerator. The top-performing countries in this round are:

  1. Germany – 15 companies (21.1%)
  2. Netherlands – 11 companies (15.5%)
  3. Sweden – 7 companies (9.9%)
  4. Spain – 6 companies (8.5%)
  5. France – 5 companies (7%)
  6. United Kingdom – 5 companies (7%)
  7. Finland – 4 companies (5.6%)
  8. Israel – 4 companies (5.6%)
  9. Belgium – 3 companies (4.2%)
  10. Italy – 3 companies (4.2%)
  11. Austria – 2 companies (2.8%)
  12. Denmark – 2 companies (2.8%)
  13. Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Poland, Portugal – 1 company each (1.4%)

Germany and the Netherlands Lead the Way

With 15 selected companies, Germany continues to dominate the EIC Accelerator landscape, reflecting the country’s strong startup ecosystem and innovation-driven economy. The Netherlands, with 11 funded startups, also maintains its position as a powerhouse for deep-tech and high-impact ventures.

Smaller Ecosystems Gaining Traction

While countries like Bulgaria, Luxembourg, Poland, and Portugal secured only one funded company each, their presence in the results highlights the increasing participation of startups from diverse European regions.

Implications for Future EIC Accelerator Applicants

1. Blended Finance Remains the Preferred Funding Model

With nearly 79% of funded companies receiving a mix of grants and equity, the EIC Accelerator continues to push for long-term financial sustainability. Startups should be prepared to demonstrate not only the innovation potential of their technology but also a strong business case for scaling through equity investment.

2. The Competition is Fierce – But Step 2 Success is Encouraging

While the overall success rate is low (5.9%), the Step 2 success rate of 36% indicates that applicants with a solid business plan and innovation strategy have a strong chance of progressing in the selection process.

3. The European Deep-Tech Landscape is Growing

The diversity of funded companies shows that innovation is thriving across multiple sectors and geographies. Startups from countries with smaller ecosystems should not be discouraged, as the EIC Accelerator continues to fund high-potential projects regardless of location.

Final Thoughts

The EIC Accelerator remains one of the most prestigious funding programs for deep-tech startups and innovative SMEs in Europe. The latest results reaffirm the program’s commitment to high-impact, scalable technologies, with a strong focus on blended finance and equity investments.

For startups looking to apply in future cutoffs, careful preparation, a compelling innovation narrative, and a well-defined commercialization strategy will be key to success.

What’s Next?

  • The next round of EIC Accelerator applications is expected to open soon.
  • Startups should start preparing early, focusing on both technological innovation and commercial viability.
  • Stay tuned for more updates on the evolving landscape of European startup funding!

Raw Data

Ticket Size

  • Average ticket size: €5.45 million
  • Average Grant: €2.44 million
  • Average Equity: €3.70 million

Funding Type

  • Blended Finance: 56 companies (78.9%)
  • Equity Only: 5 companies (7.0%)
  • Grant Only: 10 companies (14.1%)
  • Total: 71 Companies

Budget

  • Total Budget: €387 million
  • Grant Budget: €161 million
  • Equity Budget: €226 million

Dates

  • Grant application cutoff date: October 3rd 2024
  • Published results date: February 17th 2025

Success Rates

  • Step 2: 431 out of 1211 (36%)
  • Step 3: 71 out of 431 (16%)
  • Step 2 & Step 3 combined: 71 out of 1211 (5.9%)

Countries

There are 16 different countries among the funded companies:

  1. Germany (15 companies and 21.1%)
  2. Netherlands (11 companies and 15.5%)
  3. Sweden (7 companies and 9.9%)
  4. Spain (6 companies and 8.5%)
  5. France (5 companies and 7%)
  6. United Kingdom (5 companies and 7%)
  7. Finland (4 companies and 5.6%)
  8. Israel (4 companies and 5.6%)
  9. Belgium (3 companies and 4.2%)
  10. Italy (3 companies and 4.2%)
  11. Austria (2 companies and 2.8%)
  12. Denmark (2 companies and 2.8%)
  13. Bulgaria (1 companies and 1.4%)
  14. Luxembourg (1 companies and 1.4%)
  15. Poland (1 companies and 1.4%)
  16. Portugal (1 company and 1.4%)

2024 Total Results

  • Proposed Budget: €675 million
  • Actual Budget: €672 million
  • Funded Companies: 113

All EIC Accelerator Winners

CompanyAcronymDescriptionCountryYear
EASELINK GMBHMXIMXI: MATRIX CHARGING INTERFACE INTEGRATING EVS INTO A SMART ENERGY SYSTEMAustria2024
Holloid GmbHROLFRevolutionary OnLine Fermentation monitoringAustria2024
NannyML NVEU-AURAEuropean Union AI Uncertainty Reduction and AlignmentBelgium2024
VOXELSENSORSSPAESSingle-Photon Active Event SensorBelgium2024
NOVOBIOMWASTE2WEALTHA fungi-based biotechnological platform for competitive multi-stream waste revalorization.Belgium2024
ENDUROSAT ADSD-IRSSoftware-defined integrated satellite communication system to revolutionize data transfer from Low Earth OrbitBulgaria2024
NEURESCUE APSPULSEPioneering Unprecedented Life-Saving Equipment: Intelligent Aortic Balloon Catheter for Cardiac ArrestDenmark2024
TETRAKIT TECHNOLOGIES
APS
TETRAKITA novel click chemistry-based, universal radiolabelling platform revolutionizing the generation of theranostic
radiopharmaceuticals
Denmark2024
SEMIQON TECHNOLOGIES
OY
COOL-CHIPSCool-Chips - Cryogenic CMOS chips for quantum, HPC and space industryFinland2024
Fifth Innovation OyElementicRebuilding our world with new carbon elements that turn buildings into carbon storage structuresFinland2024
Lumo Analytics OyLASO-LIBSEnabling on-site mechanical analysis of drill cores for sustainable and efficient miningFinland2024
Pixieray OyPerfect VisionFirst adaptive eyewear to offer perfect vision for people with myopia and progressing presbyopiaFinland2024
IKTOSAIR-3DIktos Robotics: Integrating AI and Robotics for efficient Drug Design and DiscoveryFrance2024
HUMMINKBIRDBreakthrough Integration and Resolution in Defect RepairFrance2024
TREEFROG THERAPEUTICSC-STEM XLC-STEM : ground-breaking path to the XL scaleFrance2024
QUOBLYMCQubeBreaking Barriers in Scalable Quantum ComputingFrance2024
RobeauteSmartMicroBiopsySmart Microrobotic Biopsy: A Leap Forward in Brain Disease DiagnosticsFrance2024
Nature Robots GmbHA-FORWARDAutonomous Full Farming for Optimised Regenerative and Wholesome Agriculture with Robotics and Deep-
Learning
Germany2024
SEMRON GmbHAloe AIBreakthrough 3D-Stacked AI Inference Chip Enabling the Deployment of Multi-Billion-Parameter LLMs on
Edge Devices
Germany2024
CODASIP GMBHCodasip CHERICodasip CHERI technology for highly secure processorsGermany2024
BioThrust GmbHComfyCellComfyCell: Novel Bionic Bioreactor for Industrial Stem and Immune Cell ManufacturingGermany2024
LiveEO GmbHEOinTimeEOinTime: Satellite-based change detection and predictive monitoring of infrastructure grids based on high-
resolution data
Germany2024
AUGMENTED INDUSTRIES
GMBH
FLOW-AIAI-Powered Training in the Flow of Factory Work for Industry 5.0Germany2024
eleQtron GmbHMAGICALAll-integrated on-chip ion trap towards fault-tolerant quantum computingGermany2024
MetisMotion GmbHnaXtureThe new standard for sustainable electrification of actuation contributing to a decarbonised Industry 5.0Germany2024
Noah Labs GmbHNL VoxNoah Labs Vox - Detecting Worsening Heart Failure with AI-based Voice MonitoringGermany2024
INVITRISPhactoryFinal development and commercial preparation of Phactory™, a universal platform technology to enable
scalable phagebased drug development and production
Germany2024
ATMOS SPACE CARGO
GMBH
Phoenix 2A novel space return capsule for life sciences microgravity experimentsGermany2024
MYOPAX GMBHSatgenoSATGENO: Regenerative gene repair therapy for muscular dystrophiesGermany2024
FluIDect GmbHSpheroScanOn-line, real-time biosensor for monitoring bioprocesses and food production using µBeads sensor technology to optimize production processes and ensure food safetyGermany2024
Tracebloc GmbHtraceblocBuilding the Global Data Access Layer for AI: Scalable, Secure, and Energy-Efficient
AI Model Development
Germany2024
Vivalyx GmbHVivalyxA game-changing technology to revolutionise donor organ preservation and enlarge the pool of organs for
transplantation
Germany2024
CYBERRIDGE LTDCyberRidge - CarmelLaunching Photonic Encryption for Data Security in the Post-Quantum Era with the CyberRidge All-Optical
Stealth and Secured Solution for High-Speed Coherent Optical Communication
Israel2024
DeepKeep LtdDeepKeepDeepKeep Safeguards AI Applications Across LLM, Vision, Spatial Sensing, Human-Machine Interaction and
Multimodal Models with AI-Native Security and Trustworthiness
Israel2024
Luminescent Solar PowerLava Heat EngineThe world’s most efficient heat engine: Turning heat into zero-emission electricity for industrial and
geothermal applications
Israel2024
Magneto Thrombectomy
Solutions
MGN-2024-10Magneto eTrieve thrombectomy system EIC funding applicationIsrael2024
NanoPhoria srlNP-MP1Inhalable therapeutic nanoformulations for non-invasive and selective treatments of the diseased heartItaly2024
STAR TRIC SRLStarTricStarTric - A novel transcatheter medical device to treat Tricuspid RegurgitationItaly2024
Aindo srlSydAiA novel synthetic data generation platform that produces private, secure and robust synthetic data for AI use
cases
Italy2024
OQ TECHNOLOGY Sarl5NETSAT5G NTN SATELLITE DIRECT TO MOBILE IN-ORBIT DEMONSTRATIONLuxembourg2024
Brineworks B.V.BRINEWORKSBRINE AND SEAWATER-BASED CARBON REMOVAL INITIATIVE FOR NEUTRALIZING AVIATION AND
MARITIME SHIPPING EMISSIONS. A WATER OPTIMIZATION PATHWAY FOR RENEWABLE KEYSTONE SOLUTIONS
Netherlands2024
C2CA TECHNOLOGY BVC2CARevolutionary solution to unlock concrete-to-concrete circularityNetherlands2024
Deeploy B.V.DeeployFIRST MLOPS INTEGRATING REAL-TIME RISK MANAGEMENT, COMPLIANCE AND EXPLAINABILITY WHERE
THE AI MODEL RUNS
Netherlands2024
CarbonX BVECo-AnodeXThe world’s first Eco-friendly and Cost-effective active Anode material ready to be mass produced in eXisting
industrial facilities
Netherlands2024
VarmX BVFOLLOWONFinal clinical development of a revolutionary human recombinant protein to stop and prevent life-threatening
bleedings
Netherlands2024
Astrape B.V.OPTINETRevolutionizing Data Centres: Enabling Sustainable and High-Efficiency Optical NetworkingNetherlands2024
Leyden Laboratories BVPanFluPANDEMIC PREPAREDNESS THROUGH INTRANASAL ADMINISTRATION OF BROADLY EFFECTIVE
MONOCLONAL ANTIBODIES AGAINST ALL INFLUENZA STRAINS
Netherlands2024
Nextkidney B.VPORTADIALYSThe NeoKidney: Next Generation Hemodialysis Device Making Hemodialysis Finally PortableNetherlands2024
QDI systemsQDIMAGINGDisrupting X-ray and Short-Wave Infrared Imaging Technology with Quantum DotsNetherlands2024
DELFT CIRCUITS B.V.TuxedoDevelopment of Tuxedo: a super-conducting flex-to-pcb interface connection for quantum technologiesNetherlands2024
Veridi Technologies BVVERIDIVeridi: AI-Powered Soil Biodiversity Analysis and MonitoringNetherlands2024
Captor Therapeutics Spolka
Akcyjna
CT-03A First-in-Class MCL-1 degrader to promote apoptosis in therapy-resistant liquid and solid tumoursPoland2024
PFx Biotech LdaHuMiLAFHuman Milk Lactoferrin by Precision FermentationPortugal2024
Esencia Foods Spain SLEsencia FoodsPioneering vegan whole cuts through mycelium solid state fermentationSpain2024
IPRONICS PROGRAMMABLE PHOTONICS,SLEXCITEFirst Scalable Field-Programmable Photonic Gate Array Platform For Photonic Chip Development and Data Centre Switch ApplicationsSpain2024
CONNECTA THERAPEUTICS
SL
FRAXCUREFRAgile X syndrome Clinical trial: Unravelling the science behind this Rare disease in EuropeSpain2024
MOA BIOTECH SLMOA FOODTECHTransforming Agri-Food By-Products into High-Nutritional Value, Sustainable Proteins and IngredientsSpain2024
GLOBAL ECOFUEL SOLUTIONS, S.L.ROW2FUELBreakthrough one-step, low-energy conversion technology for cost-efficient production of GHG saving sustainable fuels from wasteSpain2024
PREMIUM FERTILITYTD SystemA novel embryo transfer technology to improve pregnancy ratesSpain2024
AirForestry ABADATHAAerial Drone-based Automated Tree Harvesting System for Sustainable ForestrySweden2024
ENAIRON ABAironThe world´s most energy efficient Industrial Air CompressorSweden2024
CORPOWER OCEAN ABCORPACKCorPack - Turnkey building block for scaling novel wave energy technology into competitive utility-scale wave farmsSweden2024
SAVEGGY ABCRISPCoating fruit and vegetables Reducing plastic waste and Increasing Shelf life of ProduceSweden2024
Superintelligence
Computing Systems SICSAI AB
HYPERFoundation AGI model for Industrial RobotsSweden2024
AlzeCurePharma ABNeuroRestore ACD856ACD856 - Revolutionising Alzheimer’s disease treatment through disease-modifying and cognitive-
enhancing therapy
Sweden2024
Blykalla ABSEALERA lead-cooled small modular reactor to deliver the next generation of clean energy.Sweden2024
Barocal LtdBAROCALAdvanced Barocaloric Systems for Sustainable Commercial Cooling ApplicationsUnited Kingdom2024
Sparxell UK LimitedBIOSPECTRABio-inspired, Sustainable Plant-based Effects and Colours To Replace All Harmful ColourantsUnited Kingdom2024
MOF TECHNOLOGIES
LIMITED
NUACO2Nuada's novel optimised MOF reactors for CO2 captureUnited Kingdom2024
STABLEPHARMA LIMITEDSUFFVSA40CSCALING UP FRIDGE-FREE VACCINES STABLE AT +40°CUnited Kingdom2024
PRECISIONLIFE LTDTRANSCENDTRANSFORMATIVE NON-INVASIVE CAUSAL MECHANOSTICS PLATFORM TO EFFECTIVELY TRIAGE AND
TREAT ENDOMETRIOSIS
United Kingdom2024

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EIC Accelerator March 2024 Results: A Detailed Analysis of Funding Distribution and Success Rates

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The EIC Accelerator has recently released its latest cut-off results (europa.eu). The dataset reveals insightful details about the funding distribution, success rates, and geographical spread of the companies that received financial backing. This article delves into the key aspects of the EIC Accelerator, examining the distribution of funding types, the total budget, success rates at different stages of the selection process, and the geographical diversity of the funded companies.

Funding Distribution

Types of Funding

The EIC Accelerator primarily supported companies through a mix of equity and grants:

  • Blended Finance: 65 companies (95.6%)
  • Equity Only: 1 company (1.5%)
  • Grant Only: 2 companies (2.9%)
  • Total: 68 Companies

The predominant mode of support was through blended finance, which combines both equity and grant funding. This approach enables companies to benefit from the immediate financial relief of grants while also leveraging equity investment for long-term growth.

Budget Allocation

The total budget allocated for the EIC Accelerator was €411 million, distributed as follows:

  • Grant Budget: €165 million
  • Equity Budget: €245 million

This budget allocation reflects a balanced approach to funding, ensuring that companies receive substantial support through both grants and equity investments.

Average Funding Amounts

The EIC Accelerator provided varying ticket sizes for grants and equity:

  • Average Ticket Size: €6.04 million
  • Average Grant: €2.46 million
  • Average Equity: €3.71 million

These average amounts indicate a strategic allocation of funds designed to provide sufficient capital for companies to scale their operations effectively.

Application and Selection Process

Key Dates

The timeline for the application and selection process was as follows:

  • Grant Application Cutoff Date: March 13th, 2024
  • Published Results Date: July 15th, 2024

Success Rates

The selection process was highly competitive, with a multi-stage evaluation:

  • Step 2: 969 submissions, 347 (35.6%) passed
  • Step 3: 347 interviews, 68 (19.6%) were funded
  • Combined Success Rate for Step 2 & 3: 7%

These statistics highlight the rigorous selection process, ensuring that only the most promising and innovative companies received funding.

Geographical Distribution

The EIC Accelerator funded companies from 17 different countries, showcasing a diverse geographical spread:

  1. Germany: 13 companies (19.1%)
  2. France: 13 companies (19.1%)
  3. Israel: 9 companies (13.2%)
  4. Netherlands: 6 companies (8.8%)
  5. Spain: 6 companies (8.8%)
  6. Finland: 4 companies (5.9%)
  7. Sweden: 4 companies (5.9%)
  8. Greece: 2 companies (2.9%)
  9. Italy: 2 companies (2.9%)
  10. Belgium: 2 companies (2.9%)
  11. Norway: 1 company (1.5%)
  12. Ireland: 1 company (1.5%)
  13. Estonia: 1 company (1.5%)
  14. Austria: 1 company (1.5%)
  15. Denmark: 1 company (1.5%)
  16. Croatia: 1 company (1.5%)
  17. Portugal: 1 company (1.5%)

Germany and France led the list with the highest number of funded companies, each hosting 19.1% of the total funded projects. This was followed by Israel with 13.2%, and the Netherlands and Spain each contributing 8.8%.

Conclusion

The EIC Accelerator represents a substantial investment in innovation across Europe and Israel, with a total budget of €411 million. The majority of the funding was allocated through blended finance, supporting a diverse range of companies from 17 countries. The competitive selection process underscores the high standards applied to choose the most promising ventures. As the funded companies progress, this initiative is poised to drive significant advancements in their respective fields, fostering growth and development within the European and Israeli innovation ecosystems.

The published results, made available on July 15th, 2024, mark the beginning of a new chapter for these 68 companies, supported by a strategic blend of grants and equity investments.

All Funded Companies

CompanyAcronymDescriptionCountryYear
LightSolver LtdLightSolverAn All-Optical computer for solving Hard Optimization ProblemsIsrael2024
Ore EnergyF-AIR BATThe first European scalable, ultra-cheap and easily deployable long-duration energy storage solution, based
on iron, water and air - The missing link to accelerate the EU's energy transition.
Netherlands2024
KITEMILL ASAWE-KM2Airborne Wind Energy: Innovative KM2 AWE System by KitemillNorway2024
ARGO IMIAGOGOI
ANONYMI ETAIREIA*ARGO SEMICONDUCTORS SOCIETE ANONYME
Argo Active AntennaDevelopment finalization and optimization of Argo Semi Active Antenna Catalyst to revolutionize sub-6GHz 5G wireless systemsGreece2024
Phaseform GmbHDeltaSTARDeformable Phase Plates for Adaptive Optics applied to Ophthalmology and MicroscopyGermany2024
Hyperion Robotics Oy3DgeocarbonCarbon negative concrete 3D printingFinland2024
INSPEKMultiSpekAn innovative on-chip multi-sensing platform for single-use biopharmaceutical applicationsFrance2024
ABSOLUT SENSINGAIMAccelerating breakthrough Innovation to monitor, control and reduce Methane emissions.France2024
Onego Bio LtdBioalbumenNovel precision fermentation process to produce animal-free bioidentical ovalbuminFinland2024
VAXDYN SLK-VAXClinical validation of an antibiotic-resistant bacteria global vaccine platform through the first vaccine against
Klebsiella pneumoniae
Spain2024
JAXBIO TECHNOLOGIES LTDLUMENINNOVATIVE LIQUID BIOPSY METHOD USING LAB-ON-ACHIP TECHNOLOGY FOR CANCER DIAGNOSIS AND
MANAGEMENT
Israel2024
MULTI4 MEDICAL ABMulti4Multi4 - the first surgical instrument for bladder cancer treatment through a 20-minute outpatient procedureSweden2024
AURA AERO SASERAERA - Electric Regional AircraftFrance2024
LATITUDEZEPHYRDevelopment of an innovative GPM for the ZEPHYR microlauncherFrance2024
INTEGRA THERAPEUTICS
S.L.
FiCATNext generation gene writing platform to cure genetic and oncological diseasesSpain2024
Atamyo TherapeuticsATA-100Smart, organotropic gene therapy designed for optimised efficacy, patient safety and affordability to treat
limb-girdle muscular dystrophy-R9
France2024
Carbon Atlantis GmbHCAPTURECarbon Atlantis Project to Undo Residual Emissions - construction and deployment of a minimum viable
product the Gen3 stack capable of capturing 500 tonnes CO2 per year from the air.
Germany2024
SolmeyeaC - 2C - ProteinInspiring CO2 circularity by introducing carbon transformation to our platesGreece2024
NoPalm Ingredients BVNoPalm OilA unique fermentation platform for the production of a local, circular, and sustainable alternative to palm oil
from bio-waste streams
Netherlands2024
ALTRATECH LIMITEDUbiHealthTransforming Molecular Diagnostics through NanoTechnologyIreland2024
EYE4NIR srlCHEERSChip-scALe visiBLE-iNfrared imaGing sEnsorItaly2024
Nurami Medical LtdNuramiMedical nanofiber technology to prevent cerebrospinal leakage in neurosurgeriesIsrael2024
NEARFIELD INSTRUMENTS
B.V.
AUDIRANon-Destructive Fully Automated Subsurface Metrology and Inspection for the Semiconductor IndustryNetherlands2024
Chipiron SASAMRIAccessible MRIFrance2024
tozero GmbHToZeroBringing Lithium-Ion Battery Waste tozeroGermany2024
Bio-SourcingBioMilk-mAbThe scale-up of the BioMilk platform: The revolutionary approach to manufacturing of biopharmaceuticalsBelgium2024
CHERRY BIOTECHASTEROIDMulti-organ toxicity and efficacy test platform for Personalized medicine & Drug developmentFrance2024
Ceramic Data Solutions
Holding GmbH
CerabyteCerabyte - a ceramic data storage system for global IT & cloud service providerGermany2024
Mifundo OÜEU-CREDIT-AIVerified and Passportable Financial IdentityEstonia2024
PHARROWTECHSWIFTNext-Gen Wireless Chip and Antenna Tech for Wi-Fi 8Belgium2024
KIUTRA GMBHCRYOFASTDemocratizing Cryogenic Measurements for the Quantum EcosystemGermany2024
FononTech Holding B.V.Impulse PrintingThe first-ever mask-based technology for faster, precise, and sustainable printing of 3D interconnects for the
display and semiconductor packaging industry.
Netherlands2024
BUILD TO ZERO ENERGY
SOCIEDAD LIMITADA
ThermalBoxA Power-to-Heat Long Duration Energy Storage for decarbonizing the industrial thermal processesSpain2024
SPACEPHARMA R&D ISRAEL
LTD
SPACTORYSPACTORY, revolutionising pharmaceutical development and manufacturing through microgravityIsrael2024
DIAMANTE SOCIETA
BENEFIT S.R.L
DIAMANTERevolutionizing Autoimmune Therapy: Antigen Specific Immunotherapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis with Virus
Nanoparticles
Italy2024
OminiCardioCapThe first heart failure therapy management point-of-care device with multiplex and multimodal sensorFrance2024
Deployables Cubed GmbHISM4EuropeIn-Space Manufactured Solar Array providing highly cost-efficient power generation for SmallSats and In-
Orbit Servicing; enabling European non-dependence and competitiveness in space technologies
Germany2024
Spherical Systems B.V.SPHERICALHigh-performance Satellite Avionics Powered by Agile Semiconductor Design.Netherlands2024
QUIX QUANTUM BVQUQUPQuiX Quantum Universal Quantum ProcessorNetherlands2024
RaidiumFoundRaFoundation Model-Based Biomarker Platform
for Radiology and Clinical Trials
France2024
BLIXT TECH ABX-VerterX-Verter®: Cell-level Controlled Battery System enabling software defined powerSweden2024
VCG.AI GmbHVCGValue chain generator to accelerate the European transition to circular economyGermany2024
ECOP TECHNOLOGIES
GMBH
RHPK7RΕΗΕΑΤ: REcycled industrial HEATAustria2024
Turn Energy GmbHTurn2XDecarbonising industry with Renewable Natural GasGermany2024
Reophotonicsio600A cutting-edge digital dispensing system for next-gen electronics manufacturingIsrael2024
APMONIA THERAPEUTICSACT-MATRIXNovel peptide-based therapeutics for reprogramming the tumour stroma extracellular matrix using molecular
modelling and computational engineering
France2024
Impact Biotech Ltd.IMPACTImmune Photo-Activated Cancer Therapy for the Treatment of Upper Tract Urothelial Cancer (UTUC) and
other solid tumours
Israel2024
Catalyxx Procesos
Catalíticos, SL
RenewChemFirst of a kind bio n-butanol industrial facilitySpain2024
RAAAM Memory
Technologies Ltd.
GCRAMFull qualification, testing and commercial deployment of a unique on-chip memory technology offering the
highest-density embedded memory in a standard CMOS process
Israel2024
QC DesignQPRINTSFault-Tolerant Architectures and Software for Scalable Quantum ComputersGermany2024
QUANTUM TRANSISTORS
TECHNOLOGY
QUANTITATIVEA MILLION QUBIT QUANTUM COMPUTER - HIGHLY SCALABLE SOLID STATE QUANTUM COMPUTING
PLATFORM WITH NATIVE OPTICAL NETWORKING
Israel2024
Last Mile Semiconductor
GmbH
SECURE-ESecure and Efficient Chipset for Uninterrupted Reliable Connectivity in EuropeGermany2024
WELINQ SASSQOUTScaling-up quantum computers with quantum memory linksFrance2024
Ingenious Membranes S.L.ExcaliburUnlocking operational excellence in water desalination plants by nanoscale fouling sensor technologySpain2024
Proxima Fusion GmbHCSFPPCurrent-free Stellarator for Fusion Power PlantsGermany2024
MELT&MARBLE ABMelt and MarbleHarnessing the immense potential of precision fermentation to produce animal fats for the next generation of meat and dairy alternativesSweden2024
Delta Cygni Labs OyXRTCReliable, Efficient and Fast Industrial Internet: A High-Resilience, Low-Latency API acceleration for global and
interplanetary industrial services
Finland2024
Dunia Innovations UGDunia.aiAccelerating the discovery of high-performance electrocatalysts through artificial intelligence and robotics
technology
Germany2024
PharmNovo ABPN6047-DOBRAPN6047 - a breakthrough treatment of neuropathic painSweden2024
FYCH TECHNOLOGIES SLReMLPReMLP: Recycling Multi-Layer PlasticSpain2024
Marvel Fusion GmbHCFE-NANOCommercial Fusion Energy with Short-Pulse High-Intensity Lasers and Nanostructured Fuel TargetsGermany2024
IMPLICITYSignalHFDevelopment and clinical evaluation of an end-to-end Heart Failure management solution powered by
predictive AI
France2024
TILT BIOTHERAPEUTICS OY2-CREATEPhase II trial with Immune Checkpoint Response Enabling Adenovirus TechnologyFinland2024
Skypuzzler ApSSkypuzzlerSkypuzzler – Solving the puzzle in the skyDenmark2024
LACLAREEI-SEEINNOVATIVE SOLUTION OF ELECTRO-FOCUS EYEGLASSESFrance2024
GENERA ISTRAZIVANJA
DRUSTVO S OGRANICENOM ODGOVORNOSCU ZA PROIZVODNJU BIOTEHNOLOSKIH PROIZVODA
OSTEOforUNIONDrug solution for bone fracture nonunionsCroatia2024
MediWound Ltd.ESXDFUREVOLUTIONIZING DFU TREATMENT: ESCHAREX - A GAME-CHANGING SOLUTIONIsrael2024
BESTHEALT H4U
UNIPESSOAL LDA
Bio2SkinBio2Skin, the first clinically skin-preserving biomaterial replacing silicones/acrylate as medical skin adhesivesPortugal ​2024

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Unveiling the Latest EIC Accelerator Results: A Comprehensive Analysis (November 8th 2023 Cut-Off, February 2024 Release)

FIND THE NEWEST RESULTS HERE

The European Innovation Council (EIC) Accelerator program stands as a system of support for startups and Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) across Europe, aiming to fuel innovation and technological advancement. With its latest results published on February 28th, 2024, the EIC Accelerator has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering groundbreaking projects with a total budget allocation of €285 million. This analysis delves into the distribution of grants and blended financing, the success rates across different stages, and the geographical spread of the winning companies.

Funding Breakdown: A Closer Look at the Allocation

In the latest funding cycle, the EIC Accelerator has supported 42 companies, showcasing a diverse range of financing options tailored to meet the varied needs of Europe’s innovators. The distribution of funding types is as follows:

  • Grant First: 12 companies (29%) were awarded grants as an initial funding step, highlighting the EIC’s flexibility in supporting early-stage innovations.
  • Blended Finance: Dominating the funding landscape, 26 companies (62%) received blended finance, combining grants and equity to provide a robust backing for ventures ready to scale up.
  • Equity Only: A single company (2%) secured equity financing, underscoring the EIC’s role in taking a stake in promising enterprises.
  • Grant Only: 3 companies (7%) received grants without the equity component, focusing on projects with specific needs that can be met with direct funding.

The Path to Success: Analyzing the Success Rates

The EIC Accelerator’s selection process is rigorous, designed to identify projects with the highest potential impact. The success rates at each stage of the application process are as follows:

  • Step 1: Approximately 70% of applicants pass this initial stage, though exact figures are not disclosed.
  • Step 2: Only 22% of projects make it through, reflecting the increasing scrutiny applications undergo.
  • Step 3: The final step sees a further narrowing, with a 17% success rate.
  • Combined Success Rates: The cumulative success rate for applicants passing through Steps 2 and 3 is a mere 3.9%, while the overall success rate across all three stages is approximately 2.7%.

Geographical Diversity: A Pan-European Impact

The latest round of funding has benefited companies from 15 different countries, showcasing the EIC Accelerator’s pan-European reach. Germany leads the pack with 7 companies funded, followed closely by France with 6, and Spain and Sweden each with 5. Other countries with successful applicants include Finland (4), Italy (3), Israel (2), Netherlands (2), Norway (2), and several others with one company each, demonstrating the EIC’s commitment to fostering innovation across the continent.

Conclusion

The EIC Accelerator’s latest funding results highlight the program’s critical role in supporting the European innovation ecosystem. With a total budget of €285 million, the program has backed 42 companies across a wide range of sectors and countries, underlining the diversity and potential of Europe’s technological landscape. As the EIC Accelerator continues to evolve, its impact on fostering groundbreaking projects and scaling up SMEs is undeniable, making it a cornerstone of Europe’s innovation policy.

With meticulous attention to supporting diverse financing needs, rigorous selection processes, and a commitment to geographical inclusivity, the EIC Accelerator is paving the way for a more innovative and resilient Europe. As we look forward to future rounds of funding, the results from February 2024 serve as a testament to the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit that thrives across the continent.

Funding Data

Type of Funding

  • Grant first: 12 companies (29%)
  • Blended finance: 26 companies (62%)
  • Equity only: 1 company (2%)
  • Grant only: 3 companies (7%)
  • Total: 42 Companies

Budget

  • Total Budget: €285 million

Cut-Off Date and Results

  • EIC Accelerator Step 2 cutoff date: November 8th 2023
  • Publication of results: February 28th 2024

Success Rates

  • Step 1: (approximately 70% since results are not published)
  • Step 2: 22%
  • Step 3: 17%
  • Step 2 & Step 3 combined: 3.9%
  • Step 1 & Step 2 & Step 3 combined: (approximately 2.7%)

Funded Countries

There are 15 different countries among the funded companies.

  • Germany: 7 companies
  • France: 6 companies
  • Spain: 5 companies
  • Sweden: 5 companies
  • Finland: 4 companies
  • Italy: 3 companies
  • Israel: 2 companies
  • Netherlands: 2 companies
  • Norway: 2 companies
  • Belgium: 1 company
  • Bulgaria: 1 company
  • Denmark: 1 company
  • Ireland: 1 company
  • Portugal: 1 company
  • Slovakia: 1 company

All 42 EIC Accelerator Winners from November 8th 2023

CompanyAcronymDescriptionCountryYear
D-CRBN BVD-CRBNPlasma-based point-source CCU technology to recycle CO2 into added value chemicals to decarbonize hard- to-abate industriesBelgium2023
Smart Farm Robotix OODRoboAIweederA fully autonomous solar-powered lightweight weeding robot, using AI for plant recognition, precision
contact and contactless weeding methods suited for hard soils, hilly terrains and arid climates.
Bulgaria2023
Golden Devices GmbHACTIVATINGAdditive Manufactured Automotive Antenna for Autonomous DrivingGermany2023
UniverCell Holding GmbHC2C-CSACustomized 21700 cylindrical cells for special applicationsGermany2023
FERROELECTRIC MEMORY GMBHFe-NVRAMSolving the scaling challenge of the memory industry: high-speed, low-complexity and low-cost non-volatile ferroelectric memory (Fe-NVRAM) made in EUGermany2023
QUBEDOT GMBHiSMILEiSMILE - integrated scalable microLED enginesGermany2023
Lumoview Building Analytics
GmbH
LumoGen1Pioneering automated building digitisation with Lumoview for empowered decision-making in energy-
efficient building renovation
Germany2023
Omegga GmbHOmeggaThe world's first low-cost in-ovo sexing solution to finally end chick cullingGermany2023
O11 biomedical GmbHRESPILIQRESPILIQ - enteral CO2 absorption for the therapy of hypercapnic lung failureGermany2023
HYME STORAGE APSHYSEHYdroxide Salt Energy Storage InnovationDenmark2023
AptaTargets, S.L.ApTOLLApTOLL: An innovative neuroprotectant to reduce brain damage in Acute Ischemic Stroke (AIS)Spain2023
FASTBASE SOLUTIONS SOCIEDAD LIMITADAIOO - Improving IOIOO: a novel assay to predict patient response to immune checkpoint inhibitors, optimising patient stratification to these therapies and tripling solid tumour patient outcomes in immuno-oncology.Spain2023
LUXQUANTA
TECHNOLOGIES SL
MIQROScalable Quantum Cryptography for Ultra-secure Communications in Metropolitan NetworksSpain2023
PLEXIGRID SOCIEDAD
LIMITADA
PlexigridPlexigrid: Plexar Operated GridsSpain2023
ALIAS ROBOTICS S.L.RISREVOLUTIONISING INDUSTRIAL ROBOTICS WITH THE NEXT GENERATION ROBOT-SPECIFIC AI-POWERED SECURITY PLATFORMSpain2023
IQM FINLAND OYBIGQECBuilding industrial-grade quantum computers with error correction and mitigation capabilitiesFinland2023
SpinDrive OyMAGMA X100The smallest, most affordable and efficient active magnetic bearings for ultra-high-speed applicationsFinland2023
Basemark OyRocksolid ARMaking Driving Safer with Augmented realityFinland2023
VEXLUM OYSEMIQLEAPNovel Semiconductor Lasers for the Industrial Quantum LeapFinland2023
Look Up SpaceATLAS2Acceleration Towards LEO Automatic Space SafetyFrance2023
Defacto Technologies SASEmpoSoCA Paradigm Change for System-on-Chip Design to Enable Higher Performance with Lower Time-to-Market
and Cost
France2023
ION-XHYPERIONThe Most Efficient Space Propulsion Ever Put in SpaceFrance2023
QfluidicsQFLUIDICSThe first non-clogging continuous flow reactor technologyFrance2023
Pertinent eco-solutionsVERANOGroundbreaking biocontrol solutions for a resilient agricultureFrance2023
Womed SASWOMEDWOMED: an innovative intrauterine biodegradable polymer-based drug-delivery platformFrance2023
MBRYONICS LIMITEDStarCom OISLStarCom Optical Inter-Satellite Link.Ireland2023
NECTIN THERAPEUTICSNTX1088First-in-class anti-PVR mAb NTX1088 - a novel oncology drug that unlocks the power of human immune
system and revolutionizes cancer care
Israel2023
NovelradNVCDMinimally invasive suturing for vascular bore closure and heart defect repairIsrael2023
BETAGLUE TECHNOLOGIES S.P.A.BAT-90A Novel ‘Radiotherapy from Within’ Platform Technology for the Targeted Treatment of Solid Tumours Called ‘BAT-90’Italy2023
MOI COMPOSITES SRLCFM4IndustryContinuous Fiber Manufacturing for IndustryItaly2023
SILK BIOMATERIALS SRLKLISBioSilk fibroin tissue grafting for peripheral nerve repairItaly2023
FLASC B.V.FLASC HPESA novel Renewable Energy Storage System tailored for Offshore ApplicationsNetherlands2023
SALVIA BIOELECTRONICS
BV
ReLifeA new life for people with severe disabling cluster headache: Neuromodulation therapy using safe, minimally-
invasive simultaneous stimulation at the front and back of the head
Netherlands2023
DoMore Diagnostics ASHistotype PxPrecision biomarker based on digital pathology and artificial intelligence to guide fast and cost-effective personalized treatment decision support for colorectal cancer patientsNorway2023
Ocean Visuals ASOWLHyper-Spectral Laser Induced Fluorescence LiDAR to detect Submerged Oil over Water in real-time on a molecular level.Norway2023
DELOX - INVESTIGACAO, PROCESSOS E EQUIPAMENTOS CIENTIFICOS, LDADeloxAirDelox Air - Continuous air bio-decontamination compatible with human presencePortugal2023
Cellfion ABCNF MembraneDevelopment and manufacturing of forest-based membranes for electrochemical energy devicesSweden2023
Compular ABCOMPULARAdvanced Simulation Software With Patented Method Optimised For Battery DevelopmentSweden2023
Millow ABMEATLOWInnovative patented dry fermentation technology for cost-effective and highly nutritious production of hybrid mycelium-plant meat analoguesSweden2023
GEDEA BIOTECH ABpHyphBreakthrough dual-action OTC tablet for treatment and prevention of both bacterial and fungal vaginitisSweden2023
QLUCORE ABQIandQDThe first IVDR-approved commercial software solutions for AI-powered RNA-based companion and precision cancer diagnostics of acute myeloid leukaemia and bladder cancerSweden2023
POWERFUL MEDICAL s. r. o.OMI AI ECG ModelOMI AI ECG Model - application for more accurate heart attack diagnosisSlovakia2023

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The articles found on Rasph.com reflect the opinions of Rasph or its respective authors and in no way reflect opinions held by the European Commission (EC) or the European Innovation Council (EIC). The provided information aims to share perspectives that are valuable and can potentially inform applicants regarding grant funding schemes such as the EIC Accelerator, EIC Pathfinder, EIC Transition or related programs such as Innovate UK in the United Kingdom or the Small Business Innovation and Research grant (SBIR) in the United States.

The articles can also be a useful resource for other consultancies in the grant space as well as professional grant writers who are hired as freelancers or are part of a Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME). The EIC Accelerator is part of Horizon Europe (2021-2027) which has recently replaced the previous framework program Horizon 2020.

This article was written by ChatEIC. ChatEIC is an EIC Accelerator assistant that can advise on the writing of proposals, discuss current trends and create insightful articles on a variety of topics. The articles written by ChatEIC can contain inaccurate or outdated information.

- Contact Us -

 

EIC Accelerator Articles

All Eligible EIC Accelerator Countries (including the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Ukraine)

Explaining the Resubmission Process for the EIC Accelerator

A Short but Comprehensive Explanation of the EIC Accelerator

The EIC’s One-Stop Shop Funding Framework (Pathfinder, Transition, Accelerator)

Deciding Between EIC Pathfinder, Transition and Accelerator

A Winning Candidate for the EIC Accelerator

The Challenge with EIC Accelerator Open Calls: MedTech Innovations Dominate

Go Fund Yourself: Are EIC Accelerator Equity Investments Necessary? (Presenting Grant+)

EIC Accelerator DeepDive: Analyzing the Industries, Countries and Funding Types of EIC Accelerator Winners (2021-2024)

Digging Deep: The New DeepTech Focus of the EIC Accelerator and its Funding Bottlenecks

Zombie Innovation: EIC Accelerator Funding for the Living Dead

Smack My Pitch Up: Changing The Evaluation Focus Of The EIC Accelerator

How Deep Is Your Tech? The European Innovation Council Impact Report (EIC Accelerator)

Analyzing A Leaked EIC Accelerator Interview List (Success Rates, Industries, Direct Submissions)

Steering the EIC Accelerator: Lessons Learned from the Pilot Program

Who Should Not Apply To The EIC Accelerator And Why

The Risk of Presenting all Risks in the High-Risk EIC Accelerator Program

How to Prepare an EIC Accelerator Resubmission

How to Prepare a Good EIC Accelerator Application: General Project Advice

How to Craft an EIC Accelerator Rebuttal: Explaining Grant Proposal Resubmissions

 

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