New EuroHPC call for proposals supports the development of HPC centres of excellence

The European High-Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC) is allocating €60 million to centres of excellence and software to secure Europe's leading position in high-performance computing. The initiative is seeking centres of excellence and 'lighthouse codes' that will pave the way for a new generation of scalable HPC applications: powerful, AI-ready and internationally competitive.

The new call for proposals promotes software development, training and networking, thereby strengthening Europe's digital sovereignty. Through HORIZON-JU-EUROHPC-2026-COE-LH-01, the EU intends to strengthen Europe's position as a leader in high-performance computing (HPC).

Three themes, one goal: excellence in HPC applications

The call for proposals supports projects in three areas:

Community Centres of Excellence (CoEs)
They develop practical applications for Europe's supercomputers, such as those used for climate research, medicine, energy and industry. The focus is on integrating artificial intelligence (AI), user-friendliness, and training.

Transversal CoEs
These hubs connect European developers and offer technical expertise, training and advice. They also promote interoperability and set standards for cross-application HPC software.

Lighthouse Codes
It's all about excellence in code: creating application software with global appeal and a large user base. Support is provided to teams that translate Europe's strategic priorities in science and industry into high-performance software.

Background: EuroHPC – Europe's supercomputing strategy

The European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) was established in 2018. Its goal is to secure Europe's leading role in supercomputing through joint investment by the EU and its member states.

Achievements to date:

• Ten supercomputers across Europe, accessible to researchers, industry and government via EuroHPC Access Calls.
• 13 AI Factories – open AI ecosystems with tailored support for start-ups and SMEs.
• A European quantum computing infrastructure has been established, with six quantum computers already being implemented and more to follow.
• The entire European HPC value chain is being promoted, from hardware and software to the training of new HPC experts.

Call for proposals: deadlines and funding

• The deadline is 20 January 2026 at 17:00 CET.
• Funding volume: up to €60 million from the EU framework programme Horizon Europe.

Further information can be found here.