Research Council of Norway
Call for preparatory projects to the Raw Materials Partnership (RAMP)
Preliminary call activation date: 16 June 2026
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The Research Council of Norway Call for Preparatory Projects to the Raw Materials Partnership (RAMP) funds consortium-building and strategic groundwork for raw materials research and innovation in the Nordic region. Preparatory projects bring together Nordic research and innovation actors to develop joint proposals ahead of EU co-funded RAMP calls. A minimum of 3 entities from 3 EU member states is required, with opening planned from 16 June 2026.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Deadline | 14 June 2028 |
| Consortium | Required — Nordic actors in research and innovation building consortia |
| Next round | 2026-06 |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Funding for preparatory projects bringing together Nordic actors in research and innovation on raw materials and minerals, supporting consortium building for the EU co-funded RAMP partnership and related calls.
Who Should Apply
- •Research and innovation organisations in Norway and the Nordic region
- •Consortia with minimum 3 entities from 3 EU member states
- •Teams in the raw materials sector seeking to establish partnerships for larger EU calls
- •Applicants with strategic interest in raw materials research, innovation or value chains
Key Dates
- •Call activation: 16 June 2026
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The consortium rule is strict, ensure your 3+ partners span at least 3 different EU member states before proposal submission.
- ✓Frame your preparatory project as groundwork for a larger RAMP or related EU call; reviewers assess strategic fit and readiness to scale.
- ✓Include letters of intent from all consortium partners confirming commitment; weak partner buy-in is a red flag for preparatory projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RAMP preparatory projects call?
It funds consortium-building and strategic groundwork for raw materials research and innovation, preparing Nordic actors to submit larger proposals to EU co-funded RAMP and related calls.
Who can apply to RAMP preparatory projects?
Research and innovation organisations in Norway and the Nordic region forming consortia of at least 3 entities from 3 different EU member states.
When does the RAMP preparatory projects call open?
16 June 2026.
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