Joint Cluster Initiatives (EUROCLUSTERS) for Europe’s recovery

This open call aims to support European SMEs operating in the Mobility, Transport and Automotive ecosystem to redefine their manufacturing or industrial processes, carrying out improvements in current operations and/or incorporating new methods or systems which allow them to be more digital, green and resilient. The call is split into two cut-offs or application periods: the 1st one, launched on the 13th May 2026, will be opened for 2 months, while the 2nd one is expected to be launched in May 2027 Eligible candidates The Open call is addressed to SMEs working in the MTA ecosystem and located in EU Member States or SMP associated countries. SMEs can apply individually or in consortium (2-3 SMEs from different NUTS2 regions) Submission process Applications to the RESIST II process innovation open call must be submitted electronically vía the following online platform . Eligible candidates must fill in the corresponding application form and upload the required annexes (resilience check + declaration of honour) Evaluation process in three stages Verification of the admissibility and eligibility of applications Analysis of eligible proposals by at least 3 independent experts and scorin