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Generation After Next Electro-Optics
Generation After Next Electro-Optics is a competition seeking innovative electro-optic sensor technologies for future sensing solutions.
Run by UK Defence Innovation
Last read from gov.uk on 15 Oct 2026.
A pipeline challenge seeking innovative electro-optic sensor technologies to deliver cutting-edge sensing solutions that will shape future capability and maintain technological advantage. Expected to launch in November 2026.
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- gov.uk/government/collections/live-funding-opportunitiesvia UK Defence Innovation: live funding opportunities, read 15 Oct 2026