German-Finnish Call for Proposals for joint R&D by SMEs
Business Finland and German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action are looking for innovative market-oriented joint projects between small and medium-sized enterprises in Finland and Germany.
Deadline for proposal submissions: September 15, 2025
Funding will be available for R&D projects in which new products, technical services or processes with a high market potential are developed and subsequently transformed into marketable products. The consortium must include at least one Finnish and one German commercial company. Read more about the funding.
Online matchmaking platform
The matchmaking platform helps Finnish and German SMEs connect, share project ideas, and find suitable project partners.
The matchmaking is open from 10th March to 9th August 2025.
After you have registered, you can request and setup online meetings with potential partners at any time during the period.
> Find Partners: Discover SMEs in Finland and Germany that match your goals and interests.
> Showcase Ideas: Share your project ideas, needs or offers and attract potential partners.
> Expand Your Network: Build connections and exchange insights with SMEs across the border.
Registration is free of charge.
Only organisations eligible and planning to apply for funding are accepted to the matchmaking. The registration will be approved by the organisers. Description of organisation and what you are looking for or what you offer for the potential project partners are required before approval.
Read more about the online matchmaking and register!
Enterprise Europe Network in Finland and Germany organize the online matchmaking platform.
