Upcoming Calls
Funding Opportunities
Upcoming Calls (2026–2027) Relevant for Logistics, Supply Chain & Transport
For logistics companies in Luxembourg, the strongest upcoming opportunities are expected in Horizon Europe, Digital Europe, EIC, AI adoption programmes, and sustainability funding schemes. Below is a practical overview of opportunities worth monitoring during the next funding cycle.
1. Horizon Europe
– Logistics & Mobility Calls
Horizon Europe continues to publish calls throughout 2026 under the Climate, Energy & Mobility and Digital, Industry & Space clusters. The programme has a total budget of approximately €93.5 billion for 2021–2027. [luxinnovation.lu]
Relevant Themes for Logistics
Smart Supply Chains
- End-to-end visibility
- Supply chain orchestration
- Data sharing platforms
- Logistics control towers
Artificial Intelligence
- Predictive logistics
- AI-enabled planning systems
- Demand forecasting
- Supply chain optimisation
Digital Twins
- Warehouse Digital Twins
- Transport network simulation
- Risk scenario modelling
Sustainable Freight
- Green freight corridors
- Zero-emission logistics
- Multimodal transport
- Rail freight innovation
Several Horizon Europe Cluster 4 (Digital) and Cluster 5 (Climate, Energy & Mobility) calls continue through the second half of 2026 and into 2027. [eugrants4u.eu], [research-a....europa.eu]
2. Horizon Europe Cluster 4
– Digital, Industry & Space
The European Commission published multiple digital calls covering AI, robotics and Digital Twin technologies.
Examples of Topics
- Apply AI initiatives
- Robotics for manufacturing
- Advanced local Digital Twins
- AI and data infrastructures
- Human-centric digital innovation
These topics are highly relevant for:
✅ Warehouse automation
✅ AMRs and robotics
✅ AI-powered logistics systems
✅ Digital Twin projects
✅ Supply chain visibility platforms
Deadlines are linked to annual Horizon Europe work programmes and future 2027 calls will follow similar themes. [hadea.ec.europa.eu]
3. Digital Europe Programme
The Digital Europe Programme increasingly focuses on deployment rather than research.
Key Upcoming Areas
Artificial Intelligence
- AI deployment
- Data sharing platforms
- Digital innovation applications
Digital Skills
- AI workforce development
- Digital logistics competencies
- Change management
Data Infrastructure
- Supply chain data spaces
- Digital interoperability
- Trusted data sharing
The programme expects continuing calls supporting AI, data ecosystems and digital transformation projects through 2026. [eucalls.net]
Logistics Use Cases
- Logistics data spaces
- Control towers
- Predictive analytics
- Warehouse optimisation
- Cross-border digital platforms [eucalls.net]
4. European Innovation Council (EIC)
The EIC remains one of the most attractive funding mechanisms for disruptive logistics innovation.
Priority Areas
- AI platforms
- Robotics
- Smart mobility
- Supply chain software
- Warehouse technologies
- Decarbonisation solutions
Best Candidates
- Startups
- Scale-ups
- Innovative SMEs
- Technology providers
Luxembourg logistics tech startups should closely monitor upcoming EIC Accelerator rounds in 2026–2027. [luxinnovation.lu]
5. Luxembourg AI Factory Opportunities
The Luxembourg AI Factory is expected to become a major catalyst for AI projects running through 2028.
Focus Areas
- AI readiness
- AI experimentation
- Pilot projects
- AI infrastructure
- Funding matchmaking
Relevant Logistics Applications
- Route optimisation
- Warehouse intelligence
- Computer vision
- Forecasting
- Digital Twins
The AI Factory is increasingly becoming the first stop for companies seeking AI-related funding support. [yourscp.com]
6. Sustainability & Decarbonisation Calls
European and Luxembourg funding priorities remain strongly aligned with:
Green Warehouses
- Solar installations
- Energy efficiency
- Battery storage
Sustainable Freight
- EV fleets
- Alternative fuels
- Rail freight
- Combined transport
Carbon Management
- Emissions reporting
- ESG data platforms
- Carbon reduction technologies
The Commission's Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy continues to drive funding towards cleaner transport and logistics solutions. [shipstage.com], [virtualworkforce.ai]
7. Upcoming Events & Information Days
Several upcoming events provide early visibility on future funding opportunities.
September–October 2026
- L-DIH Relaunch Webinar (Digitalisation & Innovation)
- European Angel Investment Summit
- Luxembourg Venture Days
- Horizon Europe Cluster 4 Info Days (14–15 October 2026) [luxinnovation.lu], [research-a....europa.eu]
These events often preview upcoming calls before official publication.
Funding Priorities Logistics Leaders Should Monitor in 2027
Highest Funding Probability
| Priority Area | Funding Potential |
|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence | Very High |
| Warehouse Automation | Very High |
| Digital Twins | Very High |
| Supply Chain Resilience | High |
| Sustainable Logistics | Very High |
| Multimodal Transport | High |
| Air Cargo Innovation | High |
| Data Spaces & Visibility Platforms | High |
Executive Recommendation for Luxembourg Logistics Companies
If you operate in logistics, warehousing, air cargo, freight forwarding or supply chain management, the most promising upcoming funding themes are:
- AI-powered logistics operations
- Warehouse automation and robotics
- Digital Twins
- Supply chain resilience platforms
- Carbon reduction and green warehousing
- Multimodal freight solutions
- Logistics data spaces and control towers
A strong strategy is to build a project pipeline now and prepare for upcoming Horizon Europe 2027, Digital Europe, EIC Accelerator, Luxembourg AI Factory, and national RDI calls, where logistics remains a priority innovation domain. [luxinnovation.lu], [hadea.ec.europa.eu], [acrosslogistics.com]