ERTMS – unit contribution
The ERTMS – unit contribution program aims to modernize European railway infrastructure by supporting the deployment of European Rail Traffic Management Systems (ERTMS) on both track-side and on-board units. This initiative, part of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), facilitates interoperable railway traffic across the EU by providing funding through unit contributions for eligible ERTMS projects. It focuses on upgrading existing systems and rolling stock to ensure compliance with the latest EU technical specifications for interoperability.
Who is Funded
This section details the entities and geographic areas eligible for the ERTMS – unit contribution program, outlining the primary objectives aimed at modernizing European railway infrastructure and fostering interoperable rail traffic across the EU.
What is Funded
This section outlines the types of projects and activities supported under the ERTMS – unit contribution program, focusing on the deployment and enhancement of European Rail Traffic Management Systems. It clarifies what costs are covered and the developmental stages of projects that can receive funding.
Type and Scope of Funding
This section provides an overview of the financial support mechanisms and general funding parameters for the ERTMS – unit contribution program, detailing the type of financial instrument used and the general approach to funding amounts.
Conditions and Requirements
This section outlines the essential criteria and specific stipulations that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to for the ERTMS – unit contribution program, covering application terms, collaboration rules, legal compliance, and budgetary considerations.
Application Procedure
This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the ERTMS – unit contribution program, from the submission process to how applications are evaluated and funding decisions are communicated.
Legal Basis
This section outlines the fundamental legal framework and official documents that underpin and govern the ERTMS – unit contribution funding program, ensuring its legitimacy and adherence to European Union regulations.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Allocated Budget:
250,000,000 €
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union (all EU Member States), specifically focusing on the Core and Comprehensive Networks of the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T).
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Prototyping
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
CINEA (European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency)
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