Maritime ports – works or mixed

Last updated: 19.7.2025
Grant

The 'Maritime ports – works or mixed' funding program, part of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), aimed to enhance maritime port infrastructure within the Trans-European Transport Network (TEN-T) Core Network. This initiative focused on developing sustainable and efficient transport solutions, contributing to a greener and better-connected European transport system. While applications are now closed, the program's objectives continue to shape future infrastructure investments.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the general eligibility criteria for the 'Maritime ports – works or mixed' program, detailing the geographical focus within the European Union's TEN-T Core Network and the overarching objectives to advance sustainable maritime infrastructure. While specific applicant types were detailed in the program's call document, the primary aim was to foster development in key European port areas.

What is Funded

The 'Maritime ports – works or mixed' program supported a range of infrastructure development activities within the maritime sector, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and connectivity. This included both significant 'works' projects and associated 'studies', targeting various stages of port development on the TEN-T Core Network.

Type and Scope of Funding

The 'Maritime ports – works or mixed' program provided substantial grant funding to support strategic infrastructure development. With an indicative budget of over 1.6 billion EUR, the program aimed to finance significant projects with a typical duration of 4 to 5 years, facilitating major advancements in European maritime connectivity.

Conditions and Requirements

Adherence to specific conditions and requirements was crucial for applicants to the 'Maritime ports – works or mixed' program. These stipulations covered various aspects, including application formalities, budget management, and compliance with overarching regulatory principles to ensure fair access and effective project implementation.

Application Procedure

The application process for the 'Maritime ports – works or mixed' program followed a structured, single-stage submission procedure. Proposals underwent a rigorous evaluation process, with results communicated to applicants following a defined timeline.

The 'Maritime ports – works or mixed' program was underpinned by a comprehensive set of legal and regulatory frameworks, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its implementation within the broader context of European transport policy and financial management.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

1,620,000,000 EUR

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

European Union (TEN-T Core Network)

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Energy Production and Supply, Environmental and Climate Protection

Application Type

Application Type:

Unknown

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Infrastructure, Implementation, Planning

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission (Connecting Europe Facility)

Managed By:

European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA)

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