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No deadline specified; TechEU is an ongoing initiative with multiple funding instruments available through EIF and EIB partners.
TechEU Platform (Upcoming Initiative) is sponsored by European Investment Bank (EIB). The EIB is launching a new initiative, the TechEU platform, to close Europe's investment gap with the United States in the tech sector. This platform will serve as a one-stop shop for financing needs, aiming to finance research projects and companies 'from idea to IPO'.
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TechEU platform | What we offer The EIB Group , consisting of the European Investment Bank and the European Investment Fund (EIF), offers under TechEU different types of funding to suit the different capital needs of companies across the entire business cycle, supporting innovation from lab to market.
Early stage & growth companies We support venture capital investments (indirect equity) via the EIF’s network of VC fund partners that back companies across the entire innovation life cycle from tech transfer to startups, and to the later stages of growth and scaleups.
We provide a long-term venture debt product tailored for rapidly growing innovative companies, featuring bullet repayment and equity risk-linked remuneration, complementing existing venture capital financing. We offer a large and comprehensive range of advisory services that support and enhance all stages of the project cycle and beyond, to make your projects happen.
Bank loans for small and medium businesses We offer SME loans for innovation and digitalisation via a network of EIF and EIB financial intermediaries, such as banks and alternative finance providers.
EIB financial intermediaries EIF financial intermediaries Direct equity co-investments We make equity co-investments into some of Europe’s best start-ups and scale-ups, to help them realise their full potential and magnify our impact on core EU priorities like Climate and Deep tech. European Tech Champions Initiative – ETCI We expand our flagship ETCI programme to bolster technology companies in Europe. ETCI 2.
0 will support both mega funds and mid-sized funds. Investment Readiness Checker If you are a European startup or scaleup working in cleantech, life sciences, digital technologies, find out how we can support your ambitions. Please note that if you are applying for intermediated financing, your request will be evaluated by the financial intermediary based on their own internal rules and procedures.
More about the European Commission's EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy . We offer tailored debt financing for scaleups and companies developing breakthrough technologies. Our financing covers both investment loans and project finance.
We offer a variety of guarantee instruments, covering risks of a single or several projects. We unlock additional financing for small businesses or mid-caps by covering a portion of possible losses.
Infrastructure investment We provide support through EIB financing for digital infrastructure projects as well as through EIF-backed infrastructure funds (indirect equity), that back projects such as data centres and innovative online platforms.
Bank loans for small and medium businesses We offer SME loans for innovation and digitalisation via a network of EIF and EIB financial intermediaries, such as banks and alternative finance providers.
EIB financial intermediaries EIF financial intermediaries We support venture capital investments (indirect equity) via the EIF’s network of VC fund partners that back companies across the entire innovation life cycle from tech transfer to startups, and to the later stages of growth and scaleups.
Direct equity co-investments We make equity co-investments into some of Europe’s best start-ups and scale-ups, to help them realise their full potential and magnify our impact on core EU priorities like Climate and Deep tech. Contact the EIB Information Desk for enquiries regarding the financing facilities, activity, organisation and objectives of the EIB.
Please note that companies applying for intermediated financing are subject to the financial intermediaries' evaluation of the financing request according to their internal rules and procedures. TechEU will help unlock finance for a whole range of European companies, from start-ups, growth companies and scale-ups to mature corporations.
At the EIF, we are leveraging our long-standing expertise and financial instruments to contribute to the successful implementation of TechEU. We are the EIB Group’s financing arm for small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and mid-caps. Investment Readiness Checker If you are a European startup or scaleup working in cleantech, life sciences, digital technologies, find out how we can support your ambitions.
Do you have a question? Contact us For media enquiries about TechEU, please contact: Contact our Information Desk for enquiries regarding the financing facilities, activity, organisation and objectives of the EIB EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy European Innovation Council European Research Council ETCI – European Tech Champions Initiative Latest news on EIB's support for Ukraine
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: European startups and scaleups in cleantech, life sciences, or digital technologies at various stages from early-stage to mature corporations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows aims to provide €70 billion in startup funding by 2027, unlocking up to €250 billion in investment. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
TechEU Platform (Upcoming Initiative) is funded by European Investment Bank (EIB). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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