HORIZON-CL5-2023-D6-01-07

Operational automation to support multimodal freight transport

Status
open for submission
Programme
Horizon Europe (HORIZON)
Action type
HORIZON Research and Innovation Actions
Opens
4 May 2023
Deadline
5 Sep 2023
Fetched
15 Jul 2026, 07:18 UTC
Plain-language summary

Research and Innovation Action on operational automation for multimodal freight transport with AI and digital agenda focus.

This call funds research to improve automation in multimodal freight transport. It aims to use AI and digital technologies to enhance sustainability and efficiency. Projects should address social and environmental impacts.

Likely relevant for

  • Research institutions in transport and logistics
  • Companies in freight and supply chain automation
  • AI and digital technology developers
  • Sustainability-focused transport projects

Project signals

Use of AI in freight logisticsAutomation technologies for transportMultimodal transport integrationAddressing environmental and social impacts

What it funds

  • Development and demonstration of operational automation solutions for multimodal freight transport
  • Integration of AI and digital technologies in freight logistics
  • Addressing social and environmental impacts of freight transport automation

Expected outcomes

  • Improved efficiency and sustainability of multimodal freight transport
  • Innovative AI-driven automation tools and systems
  • Reduced environmental footprint and enhanced social benefits in freight logistics

Who can apply / participate

  • Research organisations
  • Industry partners including SMEs and large companies
  • Technology developers
  • Consortia involving multiple stakeholders
  • Consortium likely required including multiple partners from different sectors
  • Participants from EU Member States and associated countries
  • Check specific eligibility rules for Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Actions
  • Exact consortium size and composition
  • Specific country eligibility details

Must check before shortlisting

  • Specific eligibility criteria and consortium requirements
  • Budget and funding rate details
  • Exact scope and expected outcomes

Money

Budget and funding rates not stated; check official call documents for details.

Application notes

  • Single-stage submission model.

Derived from official EU Funding portal source · updated 2 Jul 2026, 09:34 UTC. Use this as a shortlisting aid; the official call text remains authoritative.

Official source text

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