Watch the briefing recording
Overview
Innovate UK Business Connect, working in partnership with the Department for Transport, invites you to watch our recording of the national briefing event for the Zero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure competition (ZEVI2), part of the UK SHORE programme.
ZEVI2 represents a major investment by the UK Government to accelerate the development and deployment of zero-emission maritime technologies and infrastructure, supporting the transition to a cleaner, more innovative maritime sector.
Read more about the available funding:
For all three strands, your project’s total eligible costs must be between £6 million and £60 million (up to £30m or 70% can be covered by the grant, whichever is less) and the closing date is 16 September 2026.
About the event
This (primarily) in-person event will provide a comprehensive overview of the competition, including its objectives, scope and priorities, while offering valuable opportunities to connect with potential partners and collaborators.
The morning session, including the briefing, was livestreamed for virtual delegates: you can watch it above. Click here to download the briefing slides.
While the event will focus on ZEVI2, it will also provide a valuable opportunity for organisations interested in the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC7) to attend, network, and explore potential collaborations with others across the maritime innovation ecosystem.
What to expect
At this event you will:
- Hear directly from programme partners about the ZEVI2 funding opportunity
- Gain insight into competition objectives, priorities and eligibility
- Understand how to develop strong, competitive project proposals
- Learn how to build effective consortia and collaborations
- Ask questions directly to the programme delivery team
- Network with organisations from across the maritime innovation community
Who should watch?
This event is aimed at organisations across the maritime sector, including:
- Vessel owners and operators
- Ports and harbour authorities
- Maritime technology developers
- Supply chain companies and SMEs
- Research organisations and universities
- Investors and innovation partners
It will be particularly valuable for organisations considering applying to ZEVI2 or CMDC7 and looking to build partnerships.
In-person spaces are limited and early registration is recommended.
Accessibility and Inclusion
We are committed to ensuring our events are accessible for all.
If you experience any barriers to registering, for any reason, please contact us by email: enquiries@iukbc.org.uk or phone: +44 03333 403250 and we will support your registration.
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