More powerful and reliable on-board perception and decision-making technologies addressing complex environmental conditions (CCAM Partnership)

This funding program targets entities engaged in research and innovation to advance Connected and Automated Mobility (CCAM) technologies. The primary objective is to enhance the safety, reliability, and effectiveness of on-board perception and decision-making systems in complex environmental and traffic conditions for connected and automated vehicles.

This program supports projects focused on developing and demonstrating advanced on-board perception and decision-making systems for Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAVs), with a strong emphasis on improving safety and reliability in diverse and challenging conditions.

The financial support for this program is provided as a grant, with specific funding rates applied to eligible costs based on the type of applicant. For this specific topic (HORIZON-CL5-2021-D6-01-01), an annual budget of 15,000,000 € was allocated for 2021.

Applicants must adhere to general conditions outlined in the Horizon Europe Work Programme General Annexes, covering admissibility, eligibility, financial capacity, and evaluation processes. Specific conditions apply to the topic, including the mandatory use of EU satellite navigation services if relevant, and a strict application page limit.

The application process for this program follows a single-stage submission method through the European Commission's Funding & Tenders Portal. Evaluation is based on specific criteria, scoring, and thresholds, with clear timelines for assessment and grant agreement procedures.

The funding program is established and governed by the overarching legal framework of Horizon Europe, ensuring a clear mandate and adherence to European Union financial and participation regulations.