Inland waterways and ports – studies

Last updated: 19.7.2025
Grant

The Inland Waterways and Ports – Studies funding program, under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) 2, supports the development of crucial transport infrastructure on the TEN-T Core Network. This initiative provides grants for studies aimed at modernizing inland waterways and ports, aligning with the EU's commitment to decarbonization and fostering smart, sustainable, and inclusive mobility across Europe.

Who is Funded: Eligible Participants & Objectives

This section outlines who is eligible to apply for funding under the Inland Waterways and Ports – Studies program, detailing the types of applicants, the required geographical scope for project activities, and the overarching objectives that this EU funding initiative aims to achieve.

What is Funded: Project Scope & Costs

This section specifies the types of projects and thematic areas that are eligible for funding under the Inland Waterways and Ports – Studies program, detailing the supported sectors, eligible and excluded costs, and the typical maturity level of the projects targeted by this call.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the financial aspects of the Inland Waterways and Ports – Studies program, including the type of financial support offered, the available funding amounts and rates, and the expected duration for funded projects.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements for applicants and beneficiaries under the Inland Waterways and Ports – Studies program, covering application stipulations, rules for collaborations, and specific financial and operational provisions.

Application Procedure

This section guides applicants through the procedural aspects of the Inland Waterways and Ports – Studies funding program, from the submission process to the evaluation and selection of projects.

This section details the fundamental legal and official documents that underpin and govern the Inland Waterways and Ports – Studies funding program, providing its authoritative basis and outlining key regulations that shape its operation.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

No maximum budget, but applicants are encouraged to request at least EUR 1,000,000 EU contribution. Funding rate is 50% for studies.

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

EUR 1,620,000,000

Deadline

Deadline:

19.01.2022

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Inland waterways transport, Inland ports

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Feasibility Study, Planning, Applied Research

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)

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