[European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/index_en)

October 7, 2027

~€7,000,000 per project (lump sum); 3 projects expected to be funded

Supports piloting innovative, inclusive multimodal transport solutions to improve affordable, reliable, and accessible connectivity for vulnerable rural and urban populations.

Requires at least 4 geographically diverse pilot sites led or co-led by local/regional public authorities.

--- ## Description This European Commission grant, under the Horizon Europe programme, aims to address transport poverty by supporting the development and piloting of innovative, multimodal transport solutions that enhance connectivity between rural and urban areas. The focus is on making transport more available, accessible, and affordable for vulnerable groups, using integrated approaches that leverage digitalisation, shared mobility, and demand-responsive services. Projects must foster seamless modal transitions, improve first- and last-mile connectivity, and promote behavioural change towards healthier and more sustainable mobility. Societal readiness, interdisciplinarity (especially social sciences and humanities), and active community engagement are central requirements. Proposals should create scalable roadmaps for broad adoption across varied European contexts. --- ## Due Dates - October 7, 2027: Full application submission deadline (by 17:00 Brussels time) --- ## Funding Amount - Total call budget: €21,000,000 - Expected number of grants: 3 - Indicative grant size: ~€7,000,000 per project (lump sum) - Funding is provided as a lump sum under the Horizon Innovation Actions (HORIZON-IA) scheme. --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities (universities, research organisations, companies, NGOs, public authorities) established in EU Member States or Associated Countries (see [Annex B](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf)). - Proposals must include pilot demonstrations in at least 4 different sites across the EU and Associated Countries, ensuring geographical balance and diversity of issues. - Each pilot must be community-driven and led or co-led by rural/local/regional public authorities/administrations and local transport authorities, who must be consortium beneficiaries. - Interdisciplinary consortia are required, including social sciences and humanities (SSH) expertise. - If using satellite-based services, Galileo (and optionally Copernicus/EGNOS) must be used. --- ## Application Process - Single-stage application via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL5-2027-06-D6-08?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate). - Proposals must follow the format and page limits described in the application form and [Annex A/E](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf). - Required documents: - [Standard application form (HE RIA, IA)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/temp-form/af/af_he-ria-ia_en.pdf) - [Lump Sum MGA](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/agr-contr/ls-mga_en.pdf) - [Detailed budget table](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/common/temp-form/af/detailed-budget-table_he-ls-euratom_en.xlsm) - Evaluation criteria are detailed in [Annex D](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf). - Support resources: [Online Manual](https://webgate.ec.europa.eu/funding-tenders-opportunities/display/OM/Online+Manual), [FAQ](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/faq), [National Contact Points](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp). --- ## Additional Information - Proposals must include active collaboration with other funded projects under this topic, facilitated by the CIVITAS initiative (via a Memorandum of Understanding). - Development of new digital platforms is out of scope; focus is on piloting and scaling multimodal solutions. - SSH expertise is required to ensure societal readiness and inclusive design. - Use of Galileo is mandatory for projects involving PNT services. - Projects must develop plans for local authority uptake and a roadmap for scaling solutions. --- ## External Links - [Call Topic and Application Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL5-2027-06-D6-08?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Guide](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/guidance/programme-guide_horizon_en.pdf) - [General Annexes (eligibility, evaluation, legal setup)](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/docs/2021-2027/horizon/wp-call/2026-2027/wp-15-general-annexes_horizon-2026-2027_en.pdf) - [Partner Search Tool](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/how-to-participate/partner-search?order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=lastModified&isExactMatch=true&type=ORGANISATION,PERSON&frameworkProgramme=43108390) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Enquiries | [Research Enquiry Service](https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/contact-us/research-enquiry-service_en) | | National Contact Points | [Find your NCP](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/support/ncp) | | Funder Contact | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 |

Enhancing Mobility for All: affordable, reliable, and accessible multimodal transport for inclusive rural and urban connectivity – Societal Readiness pilot - European Commission

Sign in to see full grant listing