Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure 2: energy efficiency

Innovate UK
Ongoing

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Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £150 million funding. This money is for developing, deploying and operating innovative clean maritime solutions. The funding comes from the Department for Transport through Innovate UK. Projects must run for three years in real world environments. The focus is on zero emission vessels and energy efficiency in maritime transport. This is part of a larger programme to make shipping cleaner and more sustainable. You need to be a UK registered organisation to apply.

Eligibility

Key requirements:

  • Must be UK registered organisation
  • Projects must run for 3 years
  • Must operate in real world environment
Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered organisations working on clean maritime technology. You could be a shipping company, technology developer, or research organisation. You need innovative solutions for zero emission vessels or energy efficiency in maritime transport.

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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.

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Last updated: 4 April 2026