Next generation ATS platforms for en-route and TMA operations

Last updated: 16.7.2025
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The 'Next generation ATS platforms for en-route and TMA operations' program, part of Horizon Europe, focuses on advancing air traffic services by developing highly automated, cyber-resilient, and environmentally optimized platforms. This initiative is crucial for achieving Level 4 automation in Air Traffic Management (ATM) and significantly reducing aviation's climate impact, aligning with the ambitious goals of the European ATM Master Plan.

Who is Funded by Next Generation ATS Platforms

This section outlines the eligibility criteria for funding applicants, detailing the types of organizations and geographic areas covered. It also specifies the overarching objectives this program aims to achieve in air traffic management.

What is Funded by Next Generation ATS Platforms

This section provides detailed insights into the specific project types, thematic areas, and activities that qualify for funding under the Next Generation ATS Platforms program. It also clarifies which costs are eligible and the expected developmental stage for supported projects.

Type and Scope of Funding for ATS Platform Innovations

This section details the financial structure of the program, including the types of financial support offered, the maximum funding available per project, the applicable funding rate, and the expected duration for funded projects.

Conditions and Requirements for Applicants

This section outlines the essential conditions and requirements that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to, covering application terms, consortium formation rules, and specific financial and operational provisions relevant to the Next Generation ATS Platforms program.

Application Procedure

This section guides potential applicants through the process of applying for the Next Generation ATS Platforms funding, from initial submission steps to the evaluation and award procedures.

This section outlines the key legal and foundational documents that govern the 'Next generation ATS platforms for en-route and TMA operations' funding program, establishing its authority and operational framework.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

31,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

93,000,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

16.09.2025

Open Until

Open Until:

Ongoing

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union Member States and Associated Countries to Horizon Europe. Funding provisions may also be available for participants from non-EU/non-Associated Countries, as detailed in the Horizon Europe Programme Guide.

Sectors

Sectors:

Transportation and Logistics, Information and Communication Technology, Software Development, Research and Development, Environmental and Climate Protection

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs), ATS System Manufacturers, Aviation Industry, Research Institutions

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking, European Commission (Horizon Europe Framework Programme)

Managed By:

SESAR 3 Joint Undertaking

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