Mallorca firms can bid for €150m research grants
Firms on Mallorca, in Spain’s Balearic Islands, can compete for a share of €150 million in research grants: applications open on 17 November 2026. The Balearics is one of nine Spanish regions in the Innterconecta Step 2026 scheme, run by Spain’s Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities through its Centre for Technological Development and Innovation. Bids close on 23 December 2026.
The grants back company-led research and development projects focused on technologies identified as strategic by the Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform (STEP). The European Regional Development Fund co-finances the scheme.
Firms must work across regions
Each bid needs a group of two to six companies, including at least one small or medium-sized business. The project must operate in at least two eligible regions, so a Mallorca firm cannot apply with a project based only in the Balearics.
Each project needs an eligible budget of €1 million to €4 million, with at least €175,000 for every participating company. At least 10% of that budget must go to research organisations. Groups must agree how they will work together before applying, and one company must represent the group.
Women’s health gets a funding reserve
At least €10 million is set aside for projects addressing conditions that have a greater impact on women. The ministry says the reserve aims to strengthen research in a field that has long been overlooked.
Grants can cover up to 65% of eligible costs for large firms, 75% for medium-sized firms and 80% for small firms, depending on the type of research. Decisions are due in the first half of 2027. Projects must begin on 1 January 2027 and finish by either 31 December 2028 or 30 June 2029.
Source: Europa Press / Mallorca.com