Brussels, Belgium. The Enterprise Europe Network facilitated a strategic networking event earlier this month to help organisations and researchers build consortiums for Horizon Europe Cluster 6 funding calls. The Cyprus coordinator of the network is the local chamber of commerce.
Event objectives and thematic scope
Titled CARE4BIO Brokerage Event, the session aimed to support companies and small to medium-sized enterprises in identifying suitable partners for high-impact research proposals. The event’s thematic focus included food, bioeconomy, natural resources, agriculture, and the environment.
Online matchmaking after onsite registration closes
Registration for onsite participation in the Belgian capital has closed, but the B2Match platform will remain open for online matchmaking after the physical event. The digital tool allows stakeholders to create a cooperation profile and network with other participants across the continent, including arranging virtual meetings to discuss technical requirements and explore collaboration opportunities for Cluster 6 proposal preparation.
Horizon Europe Work Programme timelines
The Horizon Europe Work Programme for 2026 to 2027 includes various funding routes, including single-stage calls with deadlines primarily foreseen in spring 2026. These deadlines cover several areas, including Farm to Fork-related topics aimed at creating more sustainable food systems. The programme also features two-stage calls, with first-stage submissions in spring 2026 followed by second-stage deadlines in autumn 2026.
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