CEF Transport Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF) call for proposal

The objective of the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF) call for proposal is to support the deployment of alternative fuels supply infrastructure, contributing to decarbonising transport along the TEN-T network.

This second phase of AFIF (2024-2025) will support the objectives set in the new Regulation for the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure (AFIR) regarding publicly accessible electric recharging pools and hydrogen refuelling stations across the European Union's main transport corridors and hubs, as well as the objectives set in the ReFuelEU aviation and the FuelEU maritime Regulations.

What projects are eligible for funding?

This call for proposals covers the roll-out of alternative fuels infrastructure for road, maritime, inland waterway and air transport. In addition to the support to high power electricity recharging stations and hydrogen refuelling stations, the following new funding opportunities will be available:

• Support to Megawatt recharging stations for Heavy Duty Vehicles
• Support to electricity and hydrogen supply at airports
• Support to electricity supply and ammonia and methanol bunkering facilities in ports

AFIF supports mature investment projects having received a financing approval letter from an Implementing Partner or from a public or private financial institution established in the EU.

Budget

EUR 1 billion is available under this call: EUR 780 million under the General envelope and EUR 220 million under the Cohesion envelope.

How to apply?

AFIF will be implemented through a rolling call for proposals, with three cut-off dates for the submission of proposals until the end of 2025. Applicants can submit their proposals before any of the three cut-off dates:

• 24 September 2024 at 17.00 (CET)
• 11 June 2025 at 17.00 (CET)
• 17 December 2025 at 17.00 (CET)

You can find all information and documentation needed at the Funding & Tenders Portal, including the call text and application forms.

This table also provides you with a quick overview of the specific conditions that apply to each transport mode.

Apply now!

Info Day

CINEA is organising a virtual Info Day on this call on 8 April from 14:30 until 17:00 (CET). Speakers from CINEA and DG MOVE will present the call and application process, including tips and tricks on how to write a successful application.

National contact Points

A list of national contact points for CEF Transport is available for potential applicants (privacy statement).