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

April 2026 (anticipated)

Multi-million euro awards; typical Horizon Europe project duration 2–4 years

Funds collaborative research and innovation advancing battery electric vehicle (BEV) long-haul logistics to meet EU climate, energy, and mobility goals.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity, part of the Horizon Europe programme, supports research and innovation actions that advance the EU’s climate, energy, and mobility objectives. It specifically targets projects developing strategies, tools, and concepts to optimize the use of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in long-haul road logistics. The grant encourages collaborative, cross-disciplinary consortia—often including academic, industrial, and public sector partners—to deliver innovative solutions that promote sustainability and competitiveness in European transport systems. --- ## Due Dates - Anticipated call opening: January 2026 - Anticipated proposal deadline: April 2026 *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Multi-million euro total funding per project (typical for Horizon Europe calls) - Project duration usually 2–4 years - Funding covers eligible research, innovation, and coordination costs --- ## Eligibility - Open to legal entities (universities, research organizations, companies, public authorities, NGOs) established in EU Member States or Horizon Europe Associated Countries - Consortia required: typically at least three independent entities from three different eligible countries - International partners may participate under certain conditions --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the [EU Funding & Tenders Portal](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL5-2025-04-D5-06?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - A detailed work plan, impact assessment, and budget are required - Proposals are evaluated according to excellence, impact, and quality of implementation - Only proposals submitted before the official deadline will be considered --- ## Additional Information - The call is managed by the Directorate-General for Research and Innovation - Projects must align with the objectives of the 2ZERO Partnership and Horizon Europe’s broader policy goals - Guidance documents, FAQs, and partner search tools are available on the portal --- ## External Links - [EU Funding & Tenders Portal: Topic Details](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/topic-details/HORIZON-CL5-2025-04-D5-06?isExactMatch=true&status=31094501,31094502&order=DESC&pageNumber=9&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate) - [Horizon Europe Programme Overview](https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/programmes/horizon) - [European Commission – Contact Page](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [Contact the European Commission](https://commission.europa.eu/about-european-commission/contact_en) | | Phone | +32 2 299 11 11 | ---

Strategies, tools and concepts for optimised road Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) long-haul logistics use cases (2ZERO Partnership)

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