Removing interoperability barriers - studies, works or mixed

Last updated: 19.7.2025
Grant

The Removing Interoperability Barriers program, under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Transport 2023 call, aims to modernize the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) by addressing key interoperability challenges. This initiative specifically funds studies and works that remove technical and operational barriers, primarily within the rail sector, to foster a more integrated and efficient European transport system.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility for funding, detailing the program's objectives, the target geographical areas, and the types of entities intended to benefit from the support. The program's core aim is to enhance the modernization of transport infrastructure.

What is Funded

This section provides details on the types of projects and activities eligible for funding, specifying the thematic areas supported, and clarifying what costs are covered or excluded. The program primarily focuses on rail interoperability and related IT systems.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial aspects of the program, including the type of support available and the overall budget allocation for this specific call topic.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules and conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. It covers legal, administrative, and operational stipulations.

Application Procedure

This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of securing funding, from submission requirements to the selection process and timelines.

This section delineates the legal framework governing the program, identifying the foundational documents and key regulations that underpin its establishment and operation, ensuring transparency and adherence to EU policies.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

EUR 400,000,000 (specific to this topic for 2023); overall indicative budget for the CEF-T-2023-SIMOBGEN call was EUR 250,000,000, with EUR 405,803,894.50 awarded to successful proposals.

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) Core and Comprehensive Networks within EU Member States

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology

Application Type

Application Type:

Unknown

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency)

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