Funder: European Space Agency
Due Dates: November 25, 2025 (Full proposal deadline) | November 11, 2025 (Clarification/Extension request deadlines)
Funding Amounts: Up to €500,000 for feasibility studies; demonstration projects funded case-by-case. ESA typically funds up to 50% (or up to 80% for SMEs); universities/research institutes may receive up to 100% (FS) or 80% (DP) of costs.
Summary: Supports innovative, user-driven applications of space technologies to enhance railway operations, efficiency, and user experience in Europe.
Key Information: National Delegation support is required for funding; open to ESA member states participating in ARTES 4.0.