{"id":4312,"date":"2026-02-18T14:52:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T14:52:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leyton.majjane.agency\/be\/?post_type=webinars&#038;p=13976"},"modified":"2026-11-04T14:58:24","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T13:58:24","slug":"leyton-webinar-replay-eu-innovation-fund-2025","status":"publish","type":"webinar","link":"https:\/\/leyton.com\/be\/en\/insights\/webinars\/leyton-webinar-replay-eu-innovation-fund-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Webinar Replay: EU Innovation Fund 2025 &#8211; How to Build a Winning Proposal\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Missed the live&nbsp;webinar?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t&nbsp;worry&nbsp; the&nbsp;replay&nbsp;is available for you to revisit the key guidance that can help your business&nbsp;<strong>turn innovation into impact<\/strong>&nbsp;through the EU Innovation Fund.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This session brought together Leyton\u2019s European funding experts to share practical advice, success stories, and essential steps for preparing a compelling and competitive application.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-did-the-attendees-learn-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What did the attendees learn?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-leyton-orion-block-list list-block undefined\"><div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col\"><ul><li><strong>How\u00a0the\u00a0EU Innovation Fund\u00a0works<\/strong>: what it supports, who can apply, and which sectors are prioritized.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>What you need to know before starting your application<\/strong>: from verifying eligibility to\u00a0establishing\u00a0project maturity.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>How to manage key players and partnerships<\/strong>: defining clear roles with consortium partners, suppliers,\u00a0offtakers, and technology providers.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Tips for building a winning file<\/strong>:\u00a0including\u00a0innovation scoring, GHG avoidance criteria, replicability, and financial maturity.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>General best practices and \u201cinside\u201d tips<\/strong>\u00a0to maximize your success chances\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-advantages-does-it-bring-to-your-company-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What advantages does it bring to your company?&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Gain insider knowledge on&nbsp;<strong>how to frame your project for success<\/strong>&nbsp;in EU-level competitions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn how to transform your innovation into&nbsp;measurable&nbsp;decarbonization impact.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify&nbsp;the&nbsp;optimal&nbsp;<strong>funding mechanism<\/strong>: large, medium, small-scale, pilot&nbsp;or manufacturing&nbsp;call.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance your financial and operational maturity to stand out during evaluation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turn regulatory and technical complexity into&nbsp;<strong>a strategic funding opportunity<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-q-amp-a-highlights-from-the-webinar-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q&amp;A \/ Highlights from the Webinar&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is funding dependent on company size?<\/strong><br>\nNo. Funding rates do not differ depending on company size. However, SMEs now benefit from a bonus point to encourage participation.<\/p>\n\n<!-- Add image here -->\n\n<p><strong>Can construction start before April 2026?<\/strong><br>\nNo. The project Financial Close and the milestones indicating the start of construction cannot be earlier than the proposal submission date.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>How to strengthen financial maturity?<\/strong><br>\nSecure letters of intent from investors and demonstrate readiness with banks or board-approved financing plans. Ensure that all financial assumptions are well underbuilt.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Can UK companies apply?<\/strong><br>\nYes, provided the project\u2019s physical implementation is within EU or EEA territory. 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