Current Calls

Funding Opportunities

Current Calls & Funding Programmes for Logistics Companies in Luxembourg (2026)

For logistics companies, warehouse operators, freight forwarders, technology providers and startups, 2026 offers significant funding opportunities at both national and European levels. The strongest opportunities are currently centred around digitalisation, AI, automation, sustainability, supply chain resilience and transport innovation. [luxinnovation.lu], [luxinnovation.lu]

1. Luxembourg National RDI Funding (Ministry of the Economy)

Luxembourg's Law of 6 June 2025 on Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) provides financial support for companies investing in innovation projects. Funding is available for projects ranging from feasibility studies and digitalisation initiatives to advanced logistics technologies and automation. [luxinnovation.lu]

Relevant Logistics Topics

• AI-powered supply chain solutions
• Warehouse automation
• Robotics and AMRs
• Digital Twins
• Smart transportation systems
• Predictive analytics
• Sustainable logistics technologies
• IoT-enabled logistics platforms

Funding Advantages

✅ Grants covering industrial research and experimental development

✅ Dedicated SME-friendly application procedures

✅ Competitive calls with enhanced aid rates

✅ Support from Luxinnovation throughout the application process [luxinnovation.lu]

2. Environmental & Decarbonisation Funding

Under Luxembourg's Environmental Protection Aid Law, companies can obtain support for investments that reduce environmental impact and improve energy performance. Aid rates can range between 15% and 80% of eligible costs, depending on company size and project type. [luxinnovation.lu]

Logistics Projects Eligible for Support

• Solar panels on warehouses
• EV charging infrastructure
• Electric vehicle fleets
• Energy-efficient warehouse systems
• Carbon reduction initiatives
• Alternative fuel solutions
• Circular logistics projects

Particularly Relevant For

• 3PL providers
• Distribution centres
• Air cargo facilities
• Warehousing operations [luxinnovation.lu]

3. Horizon Europe 

– Ongoing Funding Opportunities

Horizon Europe remains the largest research and innovation funding programme in Europe, with a total budget of €93.5 billion for 2021–2027. Calls are published continuously throughout the year via the EU Funding & Tenders Portal. [luxinnovation.lu], [ec.europa.eu]

High-Priority Logistics Topics in 2026

Digital Supply Chains

• End-to-end visibility
• Control towers
• Collaborative logistics platforms

Artificial Intelligence

• Predictive logistics
• Autonomous decision-making
• Demand forecasting

Sustainable Mobility

• Green freight transport
• Multimodal logistics
• Zero-emission supply chains

Advanced Manufacturing & Logistics

• Smart warehouses
• Automated transport systems
• Robotics integration [luxinnovation.lu], [clusterfor...gistics.lu]

Ideal Candidates

• Logistics companies
• Technology providers
• Universities
• Research centres
• Public-private partnerships

4. European Innovation Council (EIC)

The European Innovation Council (EIC) funds breakthrough technologies and high-growth innovation projects with strong commercial potential. It is particularly attractive for startups and SMEs developing disruptive logistics solutions. [clusterfor...gistics.lu]

Relevant Areas

• AI logistics software
• Supply chain platforms
• Smart mobility solutions
• IoT-enabled logistics
• Automation technologies
• Decarbonisation innovations

Benefits

✅ Grant financing

✅ Equity investment options

✅ Investor access

✅ International visibility [clusterfor...gistics.lu]

5. Luxembourg AI Factory

The newly established Luxembourg AI Factory (L-AIF) is becoming a major catalyst for AI adoption and innovation. The initiative, supported by Luxembourg and the European Union, runs until 2028 and provides access to AI expertise, infrastructure, testing environments and funding support. [cordis.europa.eu]

Logistics-Relevant AI Projects

• Route optimisation
• Warehouse AI
• Predictive maintenance
• Digital twins
• Supply chain forecasting
• Logistics automation

Additional Benefits

• Access to AI experts
• Support with AI Act compliance
• Access to high-performance computing infrastructure
• Guidance on EU funding opportunities [cordis.europa.eu]

6. Logistics & Supply Chain Innovation Projects

Companies can also access support for broader logistics innovation projects through national and EU programmes focused on:

Supply Chain Resilience

• Risk monitoring tools
• Multi-sourcing platforms
• Supply chain visibility solutions

Digital Twins

• Warehouse simulation
• Transport network optimisation
• Scenario planning

Smart Warehousing

• Robotics
• AS/RS systems
• Smart inventory management

Green Logistics

• Rail freight solutions
• Alternative fuels
• Carbon accounting platforms [clusterfor...gistics.lu], [clusterfor...gistics.lu]

Recommended Priority Calls for Logistics Leaders in Luxembourg

Immediate Opportunities (2026)

[luxinnovation.lu], [cordis.europa.eu], [luxinnovation.lu]

Executive Perspective for Luxembourg Logistics Companies

For logistics organisations in Luxembourg, the strongest funding opportunities today are concentrated around four strategic themes:

1. AI & Automation

Warehouse robotics, forecasting, route optimisation and Digital Twins.

2. Sustainability & Decarbonisation

Green warehouses, renewable energy, electric fleets and carbon management.

3. Supply Chain Resilience

Visibility platforms, control towers and risk-management solutions.

4. Multimodal Logistics Innovation

Rail-road integration, smart mobility and freight optimisation.

With national grants, European programmes and dedicated innovation support organisations such as Luxinnovation, LIST, the University of Luxembourg, L-DIH and the AI Factory, Luxembourg offers one of the strongest logistics innovation funding ecosystems in Europe. [luxinnovation.lu], [luxinnovation.lu], [cordis.europa.eu]