RIS – studies, works or mixed
The CEF-T-2023-SIMOBGEN-RIS-WORKS call, part of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) 2 Transport program, supports the modernization of transport infrastructure across the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T). It specifically targets River Information Services (RIS) and related inland waterway and port systems to foster smart, sustainable, and interoperable mobility within the European Union. This initiative provides grants for both studies and implementation works, aiming to integrate innovative technologies and enhance digital platforms for seamless transport operations.
Who is Funded
The program targets entities contributing to the modernization and digitalization of European transport infrastructure, with a specific focus on inland waterways. Eligible applicants are typically public or private organizations, including SMEs, and those involved in research and development within the transport sector across all EU Member States.
What is Funded
This program funds both studies and implementation works aimed at enhancing smart and interoperable mobility across European transport networks, particularly focusing on inland waterways. It supports a wide array of projects from initial research and feasibility studies to full-scale infrastructure deployment and the integration of cutting-edge digital technologies.
Type and Scope of Funding
The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) 2 Transport program provides significant grant funding for projects that enhance European transport infrastructure and foster smart mobility. The indicative budget for this specific call was EUR 250 million, distributed through a competitive framework programme.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants must meet specific administrative, financial, and operational criteria to be eligible for funding under the CEF-T-2023-SIMOBGEN-RIS-WORKS call. Key requirements include adhering to strict application guidelines, considering consortium structures for complex projects, and fulfilling environmental compliance obligations.
Application Procedure
The application process for the RIS – studies, works or mixed call was a single-stage submission through the Funding & Tenders Portal, with proposals evaluated by independent experts against predefined award criteria.
Legal Basis
The RIS – studies, works or mixed program is firmly rooted in key European Union regulations and policies, ensuring its legal mandate and operational framework. These foundational documents define its purpose, scope, and the administrative guidelines for its implementation.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
250,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
Initial indicative budget of 250,000,000 €; 405,803,894.50 € awarded to successful proposals.
Deadline:
30.01.2024
Open Until:
31.12.2027
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden)
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Green Technology
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Feasibility Study, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Scaling, Commercialization, Implementation, Infrastructure
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)
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