Transport & Storage Grants UK

Transport grants focus on decarbonisation, electric vehicles, and logistics innovation. The Department for Transport and Innovate UK fund programmes for zero-emission fleets, charging infrastructure, and supply chain improvements.

There are currently 21 live grants available for transport & storage businesses in the UK, with deadlines ranging from 27 October 2026 to 18 December 2026.

Checked daily. Last updated 11 October 2026.

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Factored development charge point funding

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedEngland

Energy Saving Trust offers property managers up to 50% towards the cost of installing EV charging infrastructure at communal residential parking areas. This supports the development of shared charging facilities in residential developments. Property managers can apply for this funding in England.

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Scottish zero emission bus challenge fund

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedScotland

The Scottish Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund helps organisations in Scotland switch their bus fleets to zero emission vehicles. Partners and collaborators can apply for grants to transition to cleaner bus alternatives. The fund is managed by Energy Saving Trust.

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Zero Emission Bus Market Transition Scheme

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedScotland

The Zero Emission Bus Market Transition Scheme helps bus operators in Scotland replace their fleet with zero emission alternatives. The scheme supports the transition to cleaner public transport options. Bus operators in Scotland can apply for this funding.

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Destination Net Zero Electric Vehicle Charge Point Tourism Recovery Fund

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedScotland

This fund helps tourism businesses in Scotland install electric vehicle charging points. The funding supports tourism businesses to provide EV charging facilities for their visitors and customers. Tourism businesses in Scotland can apply for this support.

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European Space Agency Open Call For Proposals: Proof-of-concept Studies and Pilot Projects

Innovate UK Business Connect

Funding amount not listedEngland

This is an always-open funding opportunity for UK businesses to develop space-enabled applications or services. You can apply for any industry, market or topic that uses space technology. UK applicants can receive up to 50% of their project costs. The call is managed by Innovate UK Business Connect and is always accepting applications.

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Big Bike Revival Grants Programme

Active Travel England and UK Government (administered by Cycling UK)

Up to £3,500England, West Midlands

The Big Bike Revival Grants Programme helps get more adults cycling, especially women, people on low incomes, and ethnic minorities. You can get up to £3,500 to run bike events that fix, teach, and encourage cycling. The money pays for bike maintenance workshops and cycle training sessions. You need to be a charity, community group, social enterprise, or similar organisation. Local councils and community-focused bike shops can also apply. The programme focuses on people who don't currently cycle or need encouragement to cycle more often.

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Deadline · 27 Oct 2026

Digital Catapult: Digital Twin Industry Challenge Led Accelerator 2026

Innovate UK Business Connect

Up to £75,000England

Successful UK SMEs receive up to £75,000 in Innovate UK grant funding to develop a digital twin solution for a real-world industry challenge. The nine-month programme pairs you with an Industry Challenge Owner, with regular mentoring and specialist support. Applications close on 27 October 2026 at 11:00pm.

Deadline · 30 Oct 2026

European Space Agency: Space For Sustainable Industry and Digital Business Transformation

Innovate UK Business Connect

Funding amount not listedEngland

This call is run by Innovate UK Business Connect with the European Space Agency. It looks for space-based solutions to real business challenges set by Coca-Cola, P&G, Galp, and Tomorrowland. The challenge areas include water resilience, renewable energy, sustainable manufacturing, logistics, and immersive experiences. The deadline to apply is 30 October 2026.

Deadline · 5 Nov 2026

European Space Agency: The Arctic Region: Safety, Navigation and Operations

Innovate UK Business Connect

Funding amount not listedEngland

This grant supports businesses developing space-based solutions for safe maritime navigation in the Arctic. Melting ice is increasing ship traffic and creating new hazards. Innovate UK Business Connect is inviting applications for projects that address these challenges. The deadline to apply is 5 November 2026.

Deadline · 6 Nov 2026

iX Challenge: Extending protection to personnel travelling in armoured vehicles under drone attack

Innovate UK Business Connect

Up to £60,000England

The challenge seeks solutions to extend blast mitigation for personnel in armoured vehicles under drone attack. Established businesses, academic institutions, start-ups, SMEs and individual entrepreneurs can enter, and the winning applicant can then apply for up to £60,000 for a 3 month project. Applications close on 6 November 2026 at 5:00pm.

Deadline · 18 Dec 2026

Transferable Audio-Visual Equipment on Rail Replacement Coaches

The Department for Transport

Up to £99,999England, Wales, Scotland, North East England, North West England, South East England, South West England

The Department for Transport is offering up to £2 million to help coach operators buy audio-visual equipment for rail replacement services. The grant covers up to 75% of the cost of purchasing transferable equipment. This includes things like next stop announcements, so disabled passengers get clear journey information. From 1 August 2026, rail replacement coaches must provide audible and visible passenger information by law. The scheme runs for six months or until the money runs out. Applications close on 18 December 2026.

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Cardiff Hackney Emissions Reduction Grant Scheme

Cardiff Council

Funding amount not listedWales

Cardiff Council offers grants to help hackney carriage operators reduce vehicle emissions. The scheme supports taxi drivers in Cardiff who want to make their vehicles cleaner. You can use the money to upgrade your taxi or switch to a lower-emission vehicle. This helps improve air quality in Cardiff. The grant is part of the city's plan to support cleaner transport. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis. The exact funding amounts are not specified. You must be a licensed hackney carriage operator in Cardiff to apply.

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Cross-pavement charging grant

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedEngland

This grant helps install cross-pavement charging solutions for electric vehicles at home. It is for organisations installing EV charging infrastructure in rural Scotland. The grant targets areas where private companies are unlikely to invest. You can apply if you want to help communities without driveways access electric vehicle charging.

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Living Streets grant

Plymouth City Council

Funding amount not listedEngland, South West England

This grant helps Plymouth City Councillors fund highway improvements in their local areas. Councillors can direct money to fix roads, pavements, and other transport infrastructure problems. The funding supports local infrastructure projects that councillors identify as priorities in their wards.

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Cycling UK’s Big Bike Revival Fund

Funding amount not listedNational (UK-wide)

Cycling UK's Big Bike Revival Fund supports people returning to cycling or starting to cycle. The fund helps organisations run cycling programmes and activities. It focuses on getting more people on bikes in North West England. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. You can use the money to run cycling activities and programmes. The exact eligibility criteria are not detailed in the current information.

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UK Space Agency: Navigation Innovation and Support Programme (NAVISP) - open calls

Innovate UK Business Connect

Funding amount not listedEngland

The Navigation Innovation and Support Programme provides funding for businesses working in Position, Navigation and Timing technology. The money comes from the European Space Agency with UK Space Agency support. You can apply if you work on GPS systems, satellite navigation, or timing technology. The programme has open calls with no set deadlines. Funding amounts are not specified in the current information. This is for organisations developing navigation and timing solutions. Applications appear to be rolling, so you can apply when ready.

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Rural and island infrastructure fund

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedScotland

This fund improves electric vehicle charging infrastructure in rural and island areas of Scotland. It supports developing EV charging points in remote locations that are less likely to get private investment. The fund is managed by Energy Saving Trust.

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BridgeAI

Funding amount not listedEngland, North West England

BridgeAI provides funding and support to help businesses adopt AI technology. The programme targets companies in agriculture, construction, transportation and creative industries. It offers comprehensive support solutions alongside the funding. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis.

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Electric vehicle pavement channels grant

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedEngland

This grant provides up to £25 million for local authorities in England to install pavement channels. These channels help residents without driveways charge electric vehicles from their homes. The funding covers the capital costs of creating these charging solutions. Local authorities can apply for projects that make electric vehicle ownership easier for people living in terraced houses or flats. The grant aims to remove barriers to electric vehicle adoption. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. You will need to demonstrate how the channels will benefit residents in your area.

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Electric van loan for businesses

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedEngland

The Energy Saving Trust offers interest-free loans to help businesses buy electric vans for commercial use. You can borrow money without paying any interest charges. The loan is designed to make electric vans more affordable for your business. You must use the van for commercial purposes, not personal use. The scheme is available to businesses across England. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed deadline. You will need to repay the loan over an agreed period. This helps reduce your business transport costs and carbon emissions.

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Business chargepoint funding

Energy Saving Trust

Funding amount not listedScotland

Energy Saving Trust offers grant funding to help Scottish businesses and organisations install electric vehicle charging points. The funding supports the uptake of electric vehicles across Scotland by helping establish EV charging infrastructure. Any organisation in Scotland can apply for this funding.

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The nearest deadline for a transport & storage grant is 27 October 2026. Some grants have rolling deadlines with no fixed closing date.

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