MarTERA will launch a joint call for transnational research and innovation projects in 2020. This call is initiated by ministries/funding organisations from 12 countries: Belarus, Belgium, France, Germany, Malta, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, South Africa and Turkey. Detailed information on the transnational call will be published beginning of January 2020. The following priority areas are foreseen:
- Priority Area 1: Environmentally friendly maritime technologies
- Priority Area 2: Innovative concepts for ships and offshore structures
- Priority Area 3: Automation, sensors, monitoring and observations
- Priority Area 4: Advanced manufacturing and production
- Priority Area 5: Safety and security
Applicants from the above-mentioned countries are eligible for funding and applicants from other countries are eligible in case they fund their own involvement.
Submission Deadline – 27 March 2020
Maltese based entities have the option of requesting up to €300,000 to participate in a MarTERA proposal consortium. Industry participation is highly encouraged.