Regional rail services / Innovative rail services to revitalise capillary lines

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

The 'Regional rail services / Innovative rail services to revitalise capillary lines' program, identified as a Flagship Project within Europe's Rail, aims to revolutionize regional railway systems. It focuses on significantly reducing the total cost of ownership (OPEX and CAPEX) while enhancing service quality, operational safety, and customer satisfaction through advanced digitalization, automation, and innovative technologies. This initiative is designed to ensure the long-term viability and sustainability of Europe's regional rail networks, making them a more attractive and efficient transport option.

Who is Funded: Regional Rail Innovation

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for applicants, the geographical focus of the program, and its overarching objectives to revitalise regional rail services.

What is Funded: Innovative Rail Solutions

This section provides details on the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities that are eligible for funding under the program, alongside information on covered costs and the developmental stage of supported innovations.

Type and Scope of Funding for Regional Rail Innovation

This section details the financial support available, including the type of funding instrument, the funding amounts and rates, and the expected duration of funded projects.

Conditions and Requirements for Rail Project Applicants

This section outlines the key regulations and specific requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, including application terms, collaboration rules, budget stipulations, and other important provisions.

Application Procedure for Rail Innovation Grants

This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for funding, detailing submission procedures, evaluation methods, and how awards are channelled and decisions communicated.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the program, highlighting its primary authorization and key regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

16,500,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Experimental Development, Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

EU-Rail Joint Undertaking

Additional Partners:

HORIZON-ER-JU-2022-FA1-01 (Network management planning and control & Mobility Management in a multimodal environment and Digital Enablers), HORIZON-ER-JU-2022-FA2-01 (Digital & Automatic up to Automated Train Operations), HORIZON-ER-JU-2022-FA3-01 (Intelligent & Integrated asset management), HORIZON-ER-JU-2022-FA4-01 (A sustainable and green rail system), HORIZON-ER-JU-2022-FA5-01 (Sustainable Competitive Digital Green Rail Freight Services), System Pillar

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