Grant Details

GRANT OVERVIEW

Grant name and funding organization

Investigate Quantum Sensing and Computing Applied to ATM

SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking

Total funding amount and duration

Total budget for the call is 14,000,000 EUR for 2025.

Maximum project duration is 30 months.

Primary objective and mission statement

To explore quantum computing applications in ATM.

To enhance the efficiency and safety of air traffic management.

Key stakeholders and beneficiaries

Air traffic management authorities.

Aviation industry stakeholders.

Research organizations and universities.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Organization Requirements

Legal entities from EU Member States and Associated Countries are eligible.

Public bodies, research organizations, and higher education institutions can apply.

Geographic Scope

Eligible countries include all EU Member States and Associated Countries.

Non-associated third countries may participate under specific conditions.

Project Requirements

Focus on quantum computing applications in ATM.

Projects must align with the objectives of the European ATM Master Plan.

Financial Requirements

Minimum grant amount is 500,000 EUR.

Maximum grant amount is 1,000,000 EUR.

Timeline Requirements

Submission deadline is 2025-09-16.

Projects must be completed within 30 months.

Previous Funding Considerations

No restrictions on prior grant funding mentioned.

No limitations on concurrent funding specified.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Required documentation and materials

Proposal must include a detailed budget table.

Application forms must be submitted electronically.

Evaluation criteria and scoring system

Proposals will be evaluated based on excellence, impact, and implementation quality.

Threshold for individual criteria is 3, overall threshold is 10.

Review process and timeline

Evaluation results will be communicated approximately 5 months after submission.

Selection criteria and priorities

Focus on innovative solutions and their potential impact on ATM.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Unique aspects or requirements

Projects must include a plan for the exploitation and dissemination of results.

Potential challenges or limitations

Ensuring compliance with EU regulations and standards.

Strategic alignment opportunities

Alignment with the European Green Deal and sustainability goals.

Competitive advantages or disadvantages

Projects leveraging quantum technologies may have a competitive edge in efficiency.

KEY INSIGHTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Critical success factors

Strong collaboration among stakeholders.

Clear alignment with strategic objectives.

Common pitfalls to avoid

Failure to meet submission deadlines.

Inadequate budget justification.

Strategic recommendations for applicants

Engage with potential partners early in the proposal process.

Ensure comprehensive understanding of eligibility criteria.

Competitive positioning advice

Highlight innovative aspects of the proposed research.

Demonstrate potential for significant impact on ATM efficiency.

Grant Details

quantum computing air traffic management research innovation sustainability digital transformation aviation technology development
Investigate Quantum Sensing and Computing Applied to ATM
HORIZON-SESAR-2025-DES-ER-03
Horizon Europe
None
14000000.00
500000.00
1000000.00
EUR
100.00
Sept. 15, 2025, 10 p.m.
2025-01-01 to 2025-05-01