Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure 2: Alternative Fuels

Department for Transport
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Funding

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Location

England

Applications

Open until 16 September 2026

Overview

The Department for Transport is offering up to £150 million for clean maritime projects. You can apply for between £1,000 and £30 million. The funding supports developing, deploying, and operating innovative zero emission vessels and infrastructure. Projects must run in a real world environment for three years. You must be a UK registered organisation to apply. The deadline to apply is 16 September 2026.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited companysole traderpartnershipcharitysocial enterprisepublic sectoracademic

Key requirements:

  • Must be a UK registered organisation
  • Projects must operate in a real world environment for three years
  • Must focus on zero emission vessels or clean maritime infrastructure
Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered organisations working in the maritime sector. It suits businesses, operators, or developers working on zero emission vessels or clean maritime infrastructure in England. The source does not specify size or sector restrictions beyond UK registration.

Regions

Funder track record
Last published award 2025

Awards published

452

Typical award

£955,062

Most awards

£100,000 to £5,109,178

Most funded region

South West

Recent awards include Environment Agency (£800,000, 2025), Devon County Council (£150,000, 2025) and WESTMORLAND LIMITED (£665,851, 2025).

This funder has made 452 awards with a typical award of £955,062. Would you qualify?

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Full details from Department for Transport

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £150 million. The funding will be to develop, deploy and operate innovative clean maritime solutions for three years in a real world environment. This funding is from the Department for Transport.

How to apply

Applications are made through the Department for Transport. The source does not detail specific steps or a named portal. Check the Department for Transport website for full application guidance.

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Last updated: 3 August 2026