The EU Commission allocated €422 million to 39 innovative projects across the EU Thursday, aimed at deploying alternative fuels supply infrastructure along the trans-European transport network.
The investment, provided through the EU’s Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF), will support these initiatives in driving the transition to cleaner transport. The projects will focus on installing public electric recharging stations, including high-power megawatt chargers for both heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles, developing hydrogen refueling stations and onshore power installations in ports as well as electrifying airports and providing infrastructure for alternative fuels such as ammonia and methanol for shipping.
AFIF operates through a continuous rolling call for proposals, allowing for the regular funding of new and innovative projects throughout the year. The current call, launched on 29 February 2024, has just completed its first evaluation round. The next cut-off will be on 11 June 2025, where the remaining budget of approximately €578 in funding will be available for successful proposals.
“The 39 projects we are supporting today, will accelerate the deployment of critical recharging and refueling infrastructure needed for our expanding zero-emission fleets,” said Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas: “Together, they will add nearly 5,000 new charging points, including 626 mega-watt chargers, helping citizens choose zero-emission vehicles and contribute to a cleaner environment.”
Following EU Member States’ approval of the selected projects on 4 February, the Commission will adopt the award decision in the coming months, after which the results will become definitive. The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) has started the preparation of the grant agreements with the beneficiaries of successful projects.
The call remains open for applications and the next cut-off deadline is 11 June 2025.
