The aim of the European Commission is to increase the competitiveness of the different European transport industries and achieve a European transport system that is resource-efficient, climate-and environmentally-friendly, safe and seamless for the benefit of all citizens, the economy and society. This is translated into these 4 objectives:
1) To make sure the industry shows more respect for the environment by making vehicles, aircrafts, vessels, etc. more ecologic and resource-efficient
2) To create better mobility, less congestion, more safety and security with a substantial reduction of traffic congestion
3) To ensure that the European transport industry becomes a global leader
4) To stimulate the socio-economic and behavioral research and forward looking activities for policy making. This way they want to make sure the societal challenges brought upon by the increase of transport are better addressed.
The work program is based on these four objectives and consists of these categories for Calls for proposals:
- Mobility for growth
- Green vehicles
- Small business and Fast Track innovation for transport
- Other actions to complement the first three categories
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