Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure 2: Electric Power

Innovate UK Business Connect
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Funding

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Location

England

Applications

Open until 16 September 2026

Overview

This grant offers funding to develop and build 100% battery electric vessels and their charging systems. It covers innovative electric boats, charging infrastructure, and shore power systems. The funding also includes energy infrastructure and vessel upgrades. This is one strand of a larger £150m programme with three parts. The deadline is 16 September 2026. You can apply if you are developing electric marine technology in England. The exact funding amounts for this strand are not specified yet.

Eligibility

Key requirements:

  • Must develop 100% battery electric vessels
  • Must include charging infrastructure or shore power systems
Who is this for?

This grant is for businesses developing electric marine vessels and charging systems in England. You should apply if you are working on 100% battery electric boats or marine charging infrastructure. It is not suitable if you are working on hybrid vessels or non-electric marine technology.

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Up to £150m total funding across 3 strands: this strand will fund the development and build of innovative 100% battery electric vessels, accompanying charging infrastructure, and shore power systems including related energy infrastructure and vessel upgrades.

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Last updated: 4 April 2026

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