Advancing remote operations to enable the sustainable and smart mobility of people and goods based on operational and societal needs (CCAM Partnership) – Societal Readiness Pilot
The Horizon Europe Societal Readiness Pilot, HORIZON-CL5-2025-04-D6-01, seeks to advance remote operations for sustainable and smart mobility. This unique program aims to integrate technological advancements with human-centered design and societal needs, laying the groundwork for future advanced demonstrator use cases in Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM). It emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach, particularly involving Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) expertise to ensure societal uptake and trust.
Who is Funded
This program broadly supports a diverse range of entities engaged in advancing remote operations for sustainable and smart mobility. The focus is on road transport within the European Union and Associated Countries, aiming to develop solutions that align with operational and societal needs.
What is Funded
The program funds projects related to Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility (CCAM), with a strong emphasis on the societal integration of remote operations. Supported activities span various stages of research and development, focusing on practical applications and the human element in mobility solutions.
Type and Scope of Funding
Financial support is provided as a grant, with a substantial maximum funding amount per project. The program is part of Horizon Europe, a major European Union framework for research and innovation.
Conditions and Requirements
Applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to various conditions and requirements covering application submission, consortium formation, budgetary rules, and broader policy considerations to ensure project success and alignment with EU objectives.
Application Procedure
The application process is managed through the Funding & Tenders Portal, following a single-stage submission procedure with a clear deadline. Evaluation is based on predefined criteria and processes to ensure a fair selection of proposals.
Legal Basis
This funding program operates under the robust legal framework of Horizon Europe, established by specific EU regulations and governed by a comprehensive set of legal and financial rules. Key documents ensure the program's legitimacy, operational guidelines, and financial oversight.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
6,000,000 €
Allocated Budget:
12,000,000 €
Deadline:
04.09.2025
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union Member States and Associated Countries. Specific non-EU/non-Associated Countries may also be eligible for funding if they have made dedicated provisions. Project activities must be focused on road transport, specifically in urban and rural public roads and/or confined areas.
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection, Healthcare, Education and Vocational Training, Other
Beneficiaries:
organisations and entities with expertise in automated driving systems, remote operations, human-centered design, societal needs analysis, technology development (including AI), communication networks, safety validation, legal and policy frameworks, and social sciences and humanities.
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Policy Development, Basic Research, Implementation, Service Delivery, Other
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Managed By:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
Co-programmed European Partnership on ‘Connected, Cooperative and Automated Mobility’ (CCAM)
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