Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure 2: Electric Power
UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £150 million to develop, deploy and operate innovative clean maritime solutions for three years in a real world environment.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- Up to £150 million (total funding) - projects can request up to £30 million with a maximum of £20 million per participant.
- Deadline
- 16 Sept 2026
- Region
- UK-wide
- Business type
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
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Plain English summary
This funding is for UK businesses to develop, deploy, and operate innovative 100% battery electric vessels, charging infrastructure, and novel shore power systems. The goal is to accelerate the decarbonisation of the maritime sector and make the UK a global leader in clean maritime technology. Successful projects will demonstrate their technology for three years.
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Who this is best for
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
- Organisations based in UK-wide
- Projects aligned with innovation funding
- Teams seeking funding around Up to £150 million (total funding) - projects can request up to £30 million with a maximum of £20 million per participant.
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- UK registered businesses of any size leading a collaborative project.
- Must be, or collaborate with, a UK registered ship owner, manufacturer, operator, or infrastructure owner/operator (e.g., port, harbour).
- Projects must have total eligible costs between £6 million and £60 million.
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