New railway station concept for green and socially inclusive smart cities

This program specifically targeted diverse consortia with aggregated expertise in rail, urban planning, and related sectors, aiming to develop innovative and sustainable railway station concepts across the European Union. The core objective was to transform stations into green, socially inclusive, and multimodal urban hubs.

This program funded Research and Innovation Actions focused on developing methodologies, analytical tools, and pilots for advanced railway station concepts. The scope encompassed a wide range of activities, from energy and mobility to urban planning and circular economy, with eligible costs covered by a lump sum funding model.

The program provided a single grant of 700,000 € as a lump sum for Research and Innovation Actions, with an indicative project duration of 24 months, allowing for justified variations.

Applicants were required to adhere to comprehensive conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, covering admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and award criteria. Specific consortium conditions included in-kind contributions for private EU-Rail members and mandatory collaboration with linked EU-Rail and EU-Mission projects.

The application process was a single-stage submission, with evaluation and grant agreement procedures detailed in Horizon Europe General Annexes. Key documents like application forms and evaluation forms were provided to guide applicants through the process.

The program's legal foundation is rooted in the Horizon Europe framework, drawing its authority from various EU regulations and policy documents, including specific work programmes and general annexes. These documents define the operational parameters and eligibility criteria.