Under the Research Fund for Coal and Steel (RFCS), the European Commission funds research on:
- New, sustainable and low-carbon steelmaking and finishing processes
- Advanced steel grades and applications
- The conservation of resources, protection of the environment and circular economy
- The management of workforce and working conditions
2026 RFCS Big Tickets Dual-Use call for proposals – Steel
RFCS Big Tickets Dual-Use 2026 Submit your proposal by 16 September 2026
2 topics New, sustainable and low-carbon steelmaking and finishing processes; Advanced steel grades and applications
25 million Overall indicative budget
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Indicative timeline
- 17 June 2026Launch of the call for proposals
- 16 September 2026Deadline for applicants to submit proposals
- January - February 2027Notification of applicants if their proposal has been selected
- April - June 2027Grant agreement signature for successful projects
