Deadline: 09-Mar-2026
The Vinnova 6G Innovation Collaboration Program supports Swedish and Finnish partners in developing secure, energy-efficient, and resilient 6G solutions. The program promotes cross-border collaboration, strengthens competitiveness, and fosters the skills and technologies needed for a sustainable digital society. Funding covers up to 90% of project costs, with a total budget of SEK 22 million.
Program Overview
Vinnova invites applications for collaborative projects between Swedish and Finnish actors to advance next-generation 6G technologies. The initiative focuses on secure, sustainable, and resilient mobile communication solutions that can withstand disruptions, cyber-attacks, and other challenges while supporting the digital society of the future.
Objectives
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Strengthen innovation collaboration between Sweden and Finland
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Enhance competitiveness and innovative capacity in both countries
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Develop knowledge, skills, and technical capacity for a sustainable digital society
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Create robust, secure, energy-efficient, and resilient 6G solutions
Funding Details
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Total Program Budget: SEK 22 million
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Funding Coverage: Up to 90% of the eligible costs for Swedish participants
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No fixed funding limit per project, selection based on innovation and relevance
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Eligible Partners: At least one Swedish and one Finnish actor, including:
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Companies
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Universities
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Research institutes
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Funding Note: Vinnova finances only Swedish participants; Finnish partners may apply for funding via Business Finland
Who Is Eligible?
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Swedish Participants: Companies, universities, and research institutes
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Finnish Participants: Companies, universities, and research institutes (funding via Business Finland)
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Project Consortia: Must include at least one Swedish and one Finnish actor
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Project Focus: Development of 6G technologies that are innovative, secure, sustainable, and resilient
How to Apply
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Form a collaborative consortium including Swedish and Finnish participants
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Define project objectives and scope focusing on 6G innovation and resilience
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Prepare a detailed project proposal including budget, methodology, expected impact, and innovation outcomes
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Submit applications through Vinnova’s online portal for Swedish participants
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Finnish partners submit their funding applications via Business Finland
Key Considerations for Success
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Demonstrate cross-border collaboration potential and complementarities
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Highlight technical innovation, societal impact, and sustainability
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Show feasibility in achieving resilient, energy-efficient 6G solutions
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Include a clear budget breakdown showing the Swedish participant’s costs eligible for Vinnova funding
FAQs
1. Can a project request unlimited funding?
Yes, there is no fixed funding limit, but selection is competitive, and Vinnova finances only Swedish participants.
2. How much of the project cost can Vinnova cover?
Up to 90% of eligible costs for Swedish participants.
3. Who can participate in the project consortium?
Consortia must include at least one Swedish and one Finnish actor. Eligible participants include companies, universities, and research institutes.
4. Can Finnish partners receive Vinnova funding?
No, Finnish participants must apply separately through Business Finland.
5. What types of projects are prioritized?
Projects that develop secure, resilient, energy-efficient, and sustainable 6G solutions and demonstrate innovation potential.
6. Is there a limit to the number of projects funded?
Vinnova expects to finance a select number of high-quality projects, with funding allocated based on merit and impact.
Conclusion
The Vinnova 6G Innovation Collaboration Program offers a strategic opportunity for Swedish and Finnish actors to jointly advance next-generation mobile communications. By fostering cross-border collaboration and funding innovative, sustainable, and resilient 6G projects, the program strengthens competitiveness, technical expertise, and the digital infrastructure required for the future sustainable digital society.
For more information, visit Vinnova.
