France 2030 call for projects: Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) on artificial intelligence
The call launched in July 2026 gathers projects from companies or research organisations that want to become direct participants or associated partners of the AI IPCEI and build real collaborations with other European players. It is a project selection and structuring process, not an automatic grant: status, financing and commitments depend on the review and the European IPCEI framework.
Are you developing an artificial intelligence technology with strong industrial potential and want to make it part of a European value chain? The AI IPCEI (PIIEC in French), launched under France 2030, brings together ambitious projects in AI applied to industrial challenges and aims to build European capacity in this field.
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Who can apply
The call is for companies and research organisations established in France with an AI project applied to industrial challenges and the capacity to cooperate at European level. Applicants must be ready to form real collaborations with complementary players and help build a European industry.
Eligibility conditions
The project must show technological and industrial ambition, contribute to the AI IPCEI’s objectives and involve credible cross-border collaborations. The applicant must state whether it is seeking direct participant or associated partner status. The selection criteria, application timetable and financial requirements must be checked in the official call launched on 28 July 2026.
What the scheme covers
Projects can cover the development, industrialisation and deployment of AI applied to industrial uses, with a focus on cooperation and the European value chain. The application must explain the technical obstacles, target markets, partners, expected benefits and how the project fits with the IPCEI’s other initiatives.
Amount and funding terms
Any financing depends on the status granted within the IPCEI, the project’s costs, the financing plan and the European rules for Important Projects of Common European Interest. No universal rate or cap applies to all applications. Applicants must check eligible costs, the funding gap, the incentive effect and dissemination or collaboration obligations in the official specifications.
How to apply
1. Describe the technology, its maturity and its industrial applications. 2. Identify European partners and complementarities. 3. Choose the status sought — direct participant or associated partner. 4. Prepare the financing plan, costs and expected benefits. 5. Consult the official call and confirm the timetable and required documents before applying.
Timeline
The call was announced on 28 July 2026. The deadline and precise timetable must be checked on the official Bpifrance page and in the up-to-date specifications before treating an application as admissible.
Key facts
- Funder
- Bpifrance
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Closed
- Closes
- 9 September 2026
- Geographic scope
- All of France
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the AI IPCEI?
To develop European capacity in AI applied to industrial challenges.
Who can apply?
Companies and research organisations with an ambitious project and European collaborations.
Is financing automatic?
No, it depends on the status granted, the costs, European rules and the review.
When was the call announced?
On 28 July 2026; the deadline must be checked in the specifications.
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