Funding within the 'Maritime Low Emission Network' – MarLEN Initiative

Last updated: 14.6.2025
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The 'Maritime Low Emission Network' (MarLEN) initiative is a funding program by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, specifically supporting research, development, and innovation in the maritime economy. Its main purpose is to promote low-emission technologies and digitalization solutions. The program is characterized by its national and transnational focus.

Who is funded: Target Groups and Geographical Scope

The MarLEN initiative targets a wide range of actors from research, industry, and the public sector. It supports projects that contribute to maritime research and development nationwide and within the framework of transnational collaborations.

What is funded: Content and Project Phases

The MarLEN funding program supports projects in various phases of research, development, and innovation, aiming at digitalization and the reduction of emissions in the maritime economy.

Type and Scope of Funding

The MarLEN initiative provides financial support in the form of grants. Detailed information on maximum funding amounts or specific funding rates is not provided in the present document. Project durations are also not specified.

Conditions and Requirements

Specific deadlines apply for transnational and national applications within the MarLEN initiative. Transnational projects generally suggest the formation of a consortium.

Application Procedure

The application procedure for the MarLEN initiative involves a staggered submission, beginning with transnational lead applications, followed by national applications. Selection takes place within the framework of a call for proposals.

The MarLEN initiative is based on several legal and programmatic documents that define its validity and framework conditions. These include an EU regulation, a national funding guideline, and specific calls for proposals.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Deadline

Deadline:

30.09.2025

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

Germany

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology, Energy Production and Supply, Renewable Energy, Transportation and Logistics, Environmental and Climate Protection

Application Type

Application Type:

Optional Consortium

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development, Product Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

National

Funding Body:

Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK)

Managed By:

Project Management Jülich (PtJ)

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