France 2030 call for projects “Flagships Challenge” – Innovative subsystems for robotics and smart equipment
A national industrial development call for breakthrough technologies in robotics, drones and smart machines. Phase 1 is a six-month preparation phase, followed by a 24- to 30-month operational phase 2 after a favourable opinion. Next overall deadline announced: 6 April 2027.
The France 2030 “Flagships Challenge” targets innovative, sovereign subsystems for robotics, drones and smart equipment. It is aimed at consortia combining established players and emerging players, with a two-phase process. The first deadline of 24 September 2026 has passed; the call is announced to close on 6 April 2027.
Funded by Bpifrance
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Who can apply
Consortia including at least one large company or mid-cap of European/international stature and one or more emerging players. Laboratories and innovation infrastructures can complement the consortium depending on the project.
Eligibility conditions
The project must develop a differentiating, complete technology offer beyond the state of the art, including a breakthrough innovation, in robotics, drones or smart equipment. Phase 2 is subject to a favourable opinion and the validation of phase 1 deliverables.
What the scheme covers
Design, development and validation of structural, functional or cognitive subsystems, preparation of technical and economic elements in phase 1, then operational development, industrialisation and delivery in phase 2.
Amount and funding terms
Phase 1: a grant whose amount depends on the project. Phase 2: mixed support indicated as 60% grant and 40% repayable advance. Amounts and eligible costs must be checked in the specifications.
How to apply
Consult the Bpifrance specifications and application file, form the required consortium, define the phase 1 deliverables, then apply on the Picxel platform. The 24 September 2026 deadline has passed; check the procedure applicable to the 6 April 2027 closing date.
Timeline
First deadline on 24 September 2026, now passed. Closing announced for 6 April 2027. Phase 2 is only available after phase 1 has been validated.
Key facts
- Funder
- Bpifrance
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Open
- Closes
- 6 April 2027
- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
Is the first application deadline still available?
No, the first deadline of 24 September 2026 has passed. The official announcement gives a closing date of 6 April 2027; confirm the application arrangements for the next period.
Which partners must make up the consortium?
At least one large company or mid-cap of European/international stature and one or more emerging players. Laboratories and innovation infrastructures can complement the consortium.
Can I apply directly for phase 2?
No, the process includes a phase 1 preparation stage; access to phase 2 depends on a favourable opinion and the validation of the deliverables submitted.
Is the funding only a grant?
No. The catalogue indicates a grant in phase 1 and mixed support in phase 2. The rates, amounts and accepted costs must be checked in the specifications.
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