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Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure 2

Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure Round Two: Electric Power

Funds UK businesses developing 100% battery electric vessels, charging infrastructure, and shore power systems through Innovate UK's ZEVI 2 clean maritime competition.

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Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), administers the Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure Round Two (ZEVI 2) Electric Power competition in partnership with the Department for Transport (DfT). The competition is part of the UK Shipping Office for Reducing Emissions (UK SHORE) programme, a UK government initiative to decarbonise the maritime sector. The total fund for this com…

What this grant funds

100% battery electric vessels and accompanying charging infrastructure; novel, innovative and commercially viable shore power systems including related energy infrastructure at ports and any accompanying vessel upgrades.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.16 Sept 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.16 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.33–45 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.30%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.£150M
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: apply-for-innovation-funding.service.gov.uk