Ivace+i Innovation injects €14,7 million into 22 strategic R&D&I projects to boost business competitiveness

 

Ivace+i Innovation, entity dependent on the Ministry of Industry, Tourism, Innovation and Trade, has allocated 14,7 million euros from the 2025 call to finance 22 high-impact R&D&I projects, benefiting 65 entities —mostly SMEs— to develop strategic solutions in key sectors with financial backing of 60% of the European Union.

 

Strategic investment in technological cooperation

 

The consellera Marian Cano The resolution of this aid program, designed for initiatives requiring a high degree of technical and budgetary complexity, has been confirmed. Its central objective is to foster collaboration among the various stakeholders in the innovation ecosystem: companies, universities, and technology centers.

 

As detailed CanoThis is the line that “generates greater demand”More than 150 proposals were received in 2025. 77% of the final beneficiaries are companies, with a clear predominance of small and medium-sized enterprises, which reinforces the commitment of Consell through innovation as a way to improve competitiveness in demanding markets.

 

 

Key data from the 2025 aid resolution

 

 

Charge Description	Figures and Details
Allocated budget	14,7 millones de euros
Financial projects	22 strategic projects
Beneficiary entities	65 entities (77% are companies/SMEs)
Total R&D&I funding 2025	Approximately 40 million euros (including all programs)
EU funding	60% (Valencian Community Program 2021-2027)

 

Sectors benefiting: Logistics, Agri-food and Sustainability

 

 

The funds granted by Ivace+i Innovation Their aim is to transform strategic sectors of the regional economy and optimize public services. The approved initiatives range from the agri-food and logistics sectors to health, well-being, and the environment.

 

Among the cutting-edge solutions to be developed over the next three years are:

 

• Advanced logistics: Design of new modular packaging systems adapted to distribution and transport needs.
• Water management and the environment: Advanced wastewater treatment, microplastic removal in wastewater treatment plants, and technologies to combat drought in the countryside through microbiological treatments.
• Industry and Energy: Testing of technologies for the valorization of industrial CO2 and new recycling systems for lithium-ion batteries.
• Health and security: Optimizing care for people on multiple medications and intelligent systems for detecting risks in the face of natural disasters.

 

Closing of the call for proposals and European support

 

With this resolution, the awarding of competitive grants for strengthening the R&D&I system for 2025 is completed. The total disbursement of the seven programs that make up this public call amounts to approximately 40 million euros.

 

This financial boost has fundamental support from the European Unionwhich contributes 60% of the budget through the Comunitat Valenciana program for the period 2021-2027. These actions seek to facilitate the transfer of scientific knowledge to the productive sector and to boost the regional innovation ecosystem.

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about Ivace+i grants

 

 

What type of projects does this €14,7 million line of credit finance?
It finances strategic R&D&I projects of great technical complexity and budget that require cooperation between companies, universities and technology centers to solve high-impact challenges.

 

Who are the main beneficiaries of this aid?
77% of the beneficiaries are companies, mostly SMEs, although a total of 65 entities from all over the country participate. Valencia.

 

 

What is the source of the funds for this call for proposals?
This is a competitive call for proposals co-financed 60% by the European Union through the Comunitat Valenciana 2021-2027 program.