Applications are now open for the Government’s 2022 Transport Research and Innovation Grant (TRIG) programme, which works to create a better transport system.

Grants are available for early-stage research projects focused on creating a greener transport future, driving growth and creating jobs

A total of £1.85m is available in grants for early-stage research projects at startups and small businesses, focused on creating a greener transport future, driving growth and creating jobs.

First launched in 2014, the TRIG programme has awarded over £10m in grants and supported almost 300 projects. Past winners include projects using technology to guide visually impaired people through transport, innovations making EV charging easier and trials of drones to improve mobile signal for rescue missions

Transport and Decarbonisation Minister Jesse Norman said: “We’re determined to support path-breaking R&D across the UK. This new round of funding is designed to find the next top tech projects that will improve transport for millions across the UK.

“By aiming at emerging start-ups and small businesses we can ensure we build a tech base for the future.”

The TRIG 2022 programme, delivered in partnership with Connected Places Catapult, will have five targeted funding calls, alongside an ‘open-call’, considering any transport related idea. Specific areas of focus include:

• Maritime decarbonisation
• Future of freight
• Local transport decarbonisation
• Transport resilience to severe weather and flooding
• Improving the rail passenger experience

For more details and to apply, click here.