How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation?

NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC), Government of Canada

What are NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation's eligibility criterias?

The applicant should be part of the ground transportation supply chain sector seeking research expertise and technological advancement. Collaboration with academia, industry, or government in surface transportation and manufacturing improvements may be required. Projects focusing on clean technologies, net-zero transition, sustainable manufacturing, digital solutions, or defence-related transportation systems might be prioritized.

NRC — Automotive and Surface Transportation

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Canada

Collaborate on automotive and surface transportation R&D

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Researchers And Facilities

Expert Advice

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Manufacturing
Transportation and warehousing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Public administration

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National Research Council Canada (NRC)
Government of Canada

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Access technical and advisory services, research facilities and licensing opportunities for automotive research.

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The grant aims to advance innovation and excellence in the Canadian automotive and surface transportation sectors. It supports projects focused on sustainability, safety, and technological advancements within these industries.

Development and integration of low-emission technologies for ground transportation.
Enhancement of climate resilience and safety measures in transportation systems.
Advancement of digital and sustainable manufacturing processes.
Creation of solutions promoting the circular economy and biodegradable materials.
Research and development in defence and security systems for transportation.
Product development and de-risking of new transportation technologies.

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$ 176,000

R&D for surface transportation and manufacturing excellence

$ 240,000

Research and technical services for autonomous vehicle defence systems

$ 200,000

Development of green manufacturing technologies for electric vehicle components

$ 160,000

Sustainability initiative for electric bus fleet energy optimization

$ 144,000

Digital manufacturing for the smart transportation supply chain

$ 120,000

Testing and integration of advanced clean technologies for public transport vehicles

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There are eligible types of companies for this grant. The grant is available for research collaborations with industries from various sectors along the supply chain that are seeking research expertise, facilities, and technologies to enhance their manufacturing processes.

Companies within the ground transportation sector
Industries looking to develop low-emission technologies
Organizations interested in climate resilience and safety in transportation
Manufacturing companies aiming for digital and sustainable practices
Companies focusing on circular economy and biodegradable materials
Organizations in the defence and security sector

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This grant supports projects that enhance innovation and sustainability in the transportation and manufacturing sectors. Eligible activities focus on developing advanced technologies, improving safety, and promoting environmentally-friendly practices.

Development and integration of low-emission technologies for ground transportation.
Research contributing to climate resilience and safety in the Canadian transportation system.
Advancements in digital and sustainable manufacturing processes.
Creation of circular economy and biodegradable material solutions.
Research and technical services for defence and security systems in transportation.
Collaboration with industry for de-risking and commercializing new surface transportation technologies.