Are you planning an investment under the FENG 2.33 Loan for the Manufacturing of Dual-Use Products programme? Do you have an idea for a product, technology or component that could serve both civilian and defence applications? Before starting production, you need a well-developed product design.
At Grid, our industrial design studio, we support companies in dual-use product development and help prepare their solutions for implementation and manufacturing. We design, test and refine products, taking into account ergonomics, construction, materials and future manufacturing technologies.
We can also start with an existing product, prototype, 3D model or technical documentation and identify the changes needed to adapt it for dual-use applications.
The FENG 2.33 programme, “Loan for the Manufacturing of Dual-Use Products”, is aimed at micro, small and medium-sized enterprises planning to launch the production of dual-use products. The funding supports investments that increase a company’s capacity to manufacture such products.
The first application round opens on 29 October 2026 and closes on 28 January 2027 at 4:00 p.m. The total funding budget is PLN 400 million.
| Information | FENG 2.33 |
|---|---|
| Programme | European Funds for a Modern Economy |
| Measure | 2.33 Loan for the Manufacturing of Dual-Use Products |
| Managing institution | Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego |
| Call reference number | FENG.02.33-IP.03-001/26 |
| Eligible applicants | Micro, small and medium-sized enterprises |
| Application period | 29.10.2026–28.01.2027 |
| Funding budget | PLN 400 million |
| Funding amount | 25% to 70% of eligible costs; minimum PLN 2 million, maximum EUR 50 million |
| Objective | Development of manufacturing capacity for dual-use products |
| Form of support | Investment loan and a WPPZ grant used to repay part of the loan principal |
| Geographical scope | Investments carried out in Poland in accordance with programme rules |
Dual-use products are solutions that can be used for both civilian and military purposes. They may include finished devices, technologies, materials, subassemblies, components or other technical solutions. What matters is their actual purpose and technical specifications, rather than the industry in which the manufacturer operates.
This means that a company does not have to operate in the defence sector to develop civilian and defence technologies. An existing civilian product may also serve as a starting point, provided there is a justified potential for military applications.
However, not every product that could theoretically be used by the military qualifies for the FENG 2.33 programme.
The range of dual-use products is broad. It may include specific solutions related to:
Operating in one of these fields does not automatically make a product eligible for funding. Each solution must be assessed against the detailed requirements of the application round.
Every product included in a project is assessed in terms of its actual readiness for implementation. Four areas are particularly important.
This is one of the most important requirements of the programme. FENG 2.33 is intended for companies that already have a manufacturing-ready product but need investment to launch or expand production. It is an investment programme and does not finance research and development work on products that are still at the R&D stage.
The product should be sufficiently developed so that starting production depends primarily on investment, such as purchasing machinery, equipment and tooling or preparing a production line. Further R&D work should no longer be necessary to determine the product’s basic functions, specifications or operating principles.
If your product is not yet ready for implementation, we can provide comprehensive industrial design services and prepare it for manufacturing. This can bring the project to a stage where a production investment can be planned and an application for FENG 2.33 funding can be considered.
The company must have the legal right to manufacture and commercially exploit the solution.
These rights may arise from:
These rights should be clearly established and supported by appropriate documentation.
The applicant must demonstrate how the product will be used outside the military sector. A general statement that the solution could be sold to civilian customers is not sufficient. The application must identify specific uses, target customer groups and market needs addressed by the product.
Potential applications may include industry, energy, transport, logistics, emergency services, telecommunications, the maritime sector or other areas relevant to the product.
Another requirement is demonstrating that the product has a genuine application in the military sector. The project documentation must identify specific functions, technical parameters or scenarios in which the solution could be used. The general possibility of selling a product to the military is not sufficient.
It is the combination of clearly justified civilian and military applications that gives a product its dual-use character.
We’ll do our best to answer them as quickly as possible.
Funding under FENG 2.33 may cover 25% to 70% of eligible costs. The final amount depends on factors such as the type of expenditure, company size and investment location.
Support is provided through a WPPZ grant used to repay part of the principal of an investment loan.
The minimum value of eligible project costs is PLN 2 million, while the maximum is EUR 50 million.
Dual-use product development does not have to start with an entirely new concept. A company may already have a device, component or technology originally developed for the civilian market. The next stage may involve adapting the solution to additional requirements and new operating conditions.
Depending on the product, changes may be needed to its construction, materials, housing, ergonomics, component layout or assembly method. In some cases, it may be necessary to integrate new components or develop a version suitable for more demanding environments.
At Grid, we can begin with an analysis or audit of the existing solution. We assess which elements are worth retaining and which require redesign or further development. We do not start a project from scratch if the existing solutions are satisfactory and can be used in subsequent stages. Instead, we define the changes needed to develop the product further.
Our work may include:
An important part of our work is also assessing whether the product can be manufactured efficiently.
We analyse how the product is divided into parts, how components are connected, assembly methods, maintenance access and manufacturing technologies that could be used during production.
If an existing product requires extensive modifications, we can divide the design process into stages.
You do not need a finished product or complete technical documentation to start working with us. We can join your project at the conceptual stage or when you are only beginning to consider expanding your portfolio with dual-use products.
We can develop a product from scratch, refine an existing concept or adapt a current product to new applications and the requirements of the dual-use market.
Your starting point may include:
If the product is being developed from scratch, we help define its requirements, functions and design objectives. We then prepare the concept and product design with future implementation and manufacturing in mind.
If the product already exists, we assess its current state and identify areas requiring further development. For projects being prepared under FENG 2.33, it is particularly important that the product reaches a level of readiness that allows manufacturing to begin. If additional design work, prototyping or technological optimisation is required before a production investment, we can help prepare the solution for that stage.
For over 25 years, we have specialised in industrial design and product development for companies across various industries.
During this time, we have completed hundreds of projects involving electronic devices, medical products, industrial solutions, control systems, equipment housings and consumer products.
We have worked on solutions where appearance and ergonomics were only part of the challenge. Product construction, component arrangement, assembly methods, durability and manufacturing readiness were equally important.
Our portfolio includes:
These are just a few examples of our work. Explore our portfolio to see the products we have helped develop.
Our experience across a wide range of projects allows us to work efficiently on specialised products that must meet specific technical, functional and manufacturing requirements.
No. A product intended exclusively for military applications is not the same as a dual-use product. Under FENG 2.33, both civilian and military applications must be justified.
The product should be sufficiently developed to begin preparing for manufacturing. The programme is not intended to finance fundamental product R&D. Starting production should primarily depend on a manufacturing investment.
Not always. The stage of development matters. An early prototype requiring further R&D may not yet demonstrate manufacturing readiness. A prototype that has been tested and validated, with remaining work focused on preparing the manufacturing process, is at a much more advanced stage.
Yes. An existing solution can serve as a starting point. It may require changes to its construction, housing, ergonomics, materials or other elements. Ultimately, however, the product must meet the dual-use requirements specified in the FENG 2.33 documentation.
We specialise in product design and development. Our role may involve developing a new product from scratch, adapting an existing product to dual-use requirements or preparing an ongoing project for further development and manufacturing.
Any services related directly to preparing the funding application must be agreed upon separately.
