The Agency is responsible for developing and implementing the European Innovation Council and manages other EU programmes in the fields of SME support, innovation ecosystems, single market, consumer policy and interregional innovation investments.
We employ highly qualified and motivated professionals who are experts in their respective fields from 27 EU Member States making EISMEA a culturally diverse and interesting place to work.
If you have a question, comment or request, get in touch. Our website offers the possibility to contact the Agency by using a contact form.
Programmes
The EIC aims at identifying and supporting
breakthrough technologies and innovations
with the potential to scale up internationally.
Specific support to enable innovation ecosystem actors to work together across Europe
The new instrument of the ERDF aims to strengthen economic cohesion in the EU by helping businesses work with innovation actors in other regions.
Funding opportunities
Find open and upcoming calls for funding proposals, get background information on funding processes and programmes, and apply online
Check out the upcoming and ongoing procurement procedures
News from EISMEA and EIC
The European Commission has launched a comprehensive EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy, aiming to make the EU the world's top destination for technology-driven innovative companies. One of the key components of this strategy is the expansion of the European Innovation Council (EIC)...
Disruptive innovative companies supported by the European Innovation Council (EIC) are invited to apply to join the European Commission pavilion at the 2025 ECOMONDO international fair.
From 21-23 May 2025, an extended delegation of 40 EIC-backed companies showcased their innovations at the first edition of GITEX Europe 2025, in Berlin, Germany...