Funding for urban mobility projects across Europe

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€60 million funding open for urban mobility projects 

EIT Urban Mobility has opened its 2026-2028 Strategic Innovation Open Call, inviting projects that tackle important transport problems in cities across Europe. A total of €60 million is available to back ideas that can be developed, tested, and rolled out on a large scale.

The call focuses on five priority sectors where Europe can innovate and create impact:

  • urban logistics
  • public transport
  • mobility data management
  • electrification of transport and alternative fuels
  • health and mobility

Up to €2 million is available per project, covering up to 65% of eligible costs. Minimum 35% co-funding is required. To be eligible, at least two independent organisations from different European Member States or associated countries must work together on the proposal.

The first application deadline is 23 September 2025 at 5pm CET.

The call will have additional deadlines in February 2026, June 2026, and February 2027.

Potential applicants can covering call details, eligibility, financial sustainability, intellectual property, and application guidance.

Find full details on the .

First published 23 June 2025