2025 saw Europe’s Rail (EU-Rail) make significant progress across multiple initiatives, fostering partnerships and...

On 21 June 2024, the Governing Board of Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking (EU-Rail) adopted a Call for Expression of Interest (CEI) with a view to selecting associated members with the potential to contribute to the achievement of its objectives. The Governing Board decision can be accessed here.
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Europe's Rail regularly published Calls for Tenders. To find out about open Calls, follow link below.

Article 15 (Principle of transparency) of the EU-Rail financial rules states that the JU shall make available on its internet site no later than 30 June of the following financial year information on the recipients of funds deriving from its budget.
EU-Rail’s Innovation Pillar (IP) is tasked to deliver operational and technological solutions that contribute to a more efficient, flexible, and demand-led, yet safe and environmentally sustainable European railway system.
The System Pillar provides governance, resource, and outputs to support a coherent and coordinated approach to the evolution of the rail system and the development of the system view.
The Deployment Group advises the EU-Rail Governing Board on the market uptake of rail innovation developments and support their deployment.
For a successful and effective implementation of the Digital Automatic Coupler for European rail freight (DAC), it is of crucial importance to have open, close and efficient cooperation between rail stakeholders. The European DAC Delivery Programme enabled by Europe’s Rail, offers a unique European platform for such cooperation and collaboration.
Discover how Europe’s Rail Joint Undertaking is calling for a bold, coordinated investment strategy to simplify and modernise rail systems across the EU. This public-private partnership model – outlined in our High-Level Paper – proposes an €18 billion investment from 2028 to 2034 to strengthen European competitiveness, deliver greener transport, and drive technological sovereignty.

Discover detailed information on Europe's rail innovation initiatives, showcasing flagship and other projects aimed at enhancing rail systems across Europe. It highlights collaborative efforts funded by the European Union to develop sustainable, efficient, and competitive rail transport solutions.

Europe’s Rail Catalogue of Solutions illustrates successful R&I results in the form of possible products and solutions, while highlighting the benefits for final users, operators, infrastructure managers and/or suppliers. This publication also outlines the advantages of integrating demonstrators into market solutions so that they can deliver the rail innovation Capabilities of the future.
Jan 7, 2026
Discover how innovation is redefining the future of European rail transport with the FP3-IAM4Rail Express project! This new video takes you on an engaging journey through some of the most cutting-edge technologies being developed within the EU-Rail research programme.
From AI-powered predictive maintenance systems that anticipate failures before they happen, to additive-manufacturing-based repair solutions capable of restoring components with unprecedented precision, FP3-IAM4Rail showcases how digital transformation is becoming a key part of modern rail operations.
You will also explore the role of smart sensors collecting real-time data to streamline inspections, boost safety and reduce downtime, as well as augmented reality tools that support technicians with step-by-step guidance and immersive training environments.
Together, these innovations show how the rail sector is moving towards a future that is safer, more efficient and more sustainable. Whether you are curious about the future of rail, involved in the transport sector or passionate about technological breakthroughs, this video offers a clear and inspiring look at how European railways are evolving.
Hop on board and experience the FP3-IAM4Rail Express, where the future of rail innovation is already on track!