Driving Clean Innovation: Horizon Europe Funds Aviation and Railway Partnerships
Key Ideas
  • Industry-led partnerships in aviation and railways receive significant funding from the EU research budget under Horizon Europe.
  • Clean Aviation projects focus on hydrogen-powered propulsion engines and open fan aircraft for sustainable aviation.
  • Europe's Rail joint undertaking explores autonomous trains and integration of the EU railway system for improved efficiency.
  • Innovation actions in Horizon Europe projects aim to bring European innovations closer to the market through prototyping and piloting activities.
Industry-led partnerships in aviation and railways are at the forefront of Horizon Europe innovation projects, receiving significant funding from the EU research budget. The top ten innovation actions showcase the commitment to clean technologies, with five projects led by the Clean Aviation partnership. These projects are pioneering the development of technologies like hydrogen-powered propulsion engines and open fan aircraft, aiming to revolutionize the aviation industry with sustainable solutions. Additionally, the Europe's Rail joint undertaking secures four spots in the top ten, focusing on concepts such as autonomous trains and enhancing the integration of the EU's railway system for increased efficiency and connectivity. Innovation actions under Horizon Europe projects play a crucial role in driving technological advancements by funding activities like prototyping, testing, and large-scale product validation. These projects are designed to bring European innovations closer to the market by supporting activities that demonstrate the feasibility and scalability of these technologies. Overall, the funding provided by Horizon Europe highlights a positive shift towards sustainable aviation and railway solutions, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation in shaping the future of transportation.
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