Advanced detection of threats and illicit goods in postal and express courier flows

Last updated: 18.7.2025
Grant

The 'Advanced detection of threats and illicit goods in postal and express courier flows' program, under Horizon Europe, aims to significantly enhance security at EU external borders and within supply chains. It focuses on developing innovative technologies and capabilities to detect dangerous and illicit items in postal and express courier flows without disrupting trade, thereby safeguarding the integrity of the Schengen area and supporting the fight against organised crime and terrorism.

Who is Funded

This program supports entities engaged in security and border management to develop advanced capabilities for detecting threats and illicit goods. It targets public authorities and operators of postal and express courier services across EU Member States and Associated Countries, with the overarching goal of improving EU border security and combating illegal activities.

What is Funded

Funding is provided for research and innovation projects focused on developing and testing advanced detection technologies and solutions. The scope covers a wide array of threats and illicit goods, aiming for solutions that are efficient and do not impede the flow of goods.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section outlines the financial parameters of the program, specifying the type of financial support and the indicative funding amounts available for successful projects.

Conditions and Requirements

Participation in this program is subject to specific conditions concerning applicant composition, security requirements for sensitive information, and adherence to broader policy objectives.

Application Procedure

The application process for this call followed a single-stage submission procedure, with specific timelines for evaluation and notification of outcomes.

The program is established under the Horizon Europe Framework Programme and is governed by a series of legal acts and policies aimed at strengthening EU security and border management.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

4,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

8,000,000 €

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

EU Member States, Associated Countries

Sectors

Sectors:

Information and Communication Technology, Transportation and Logistics, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Customs authorities, Police authorities, Postal services, Express courier services

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

Unknown

Additional Partners:

European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex), European Union Agency for the Operational Management of Large-Scale IT Systems in the Area of Freedom, Security and Justice (eu-LISA), Networks of Practitioners projects funded under H2020 Secure Societies work programmes, Knowledge Networks for Security Research & Innovation funded under the Horizon Europe Cluster 3 Work Programme, Community of Users for Secure, Safe and Resilient Societies (CERIS), other security research and innovation working groups set-up by EU Agencies

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