The Antena TrenLab Awards, with a total funding allocation of €75,000, aim to promote innovative solutions that improve mobility, particularly in the railway sector.
Each year, three entrepreneurial projects are selected. Each project receives €25,000 and takes part in a six-month acceleration programme. The programme also includes the opportunity to test the solutions in Mataró and the Maresme region.
The challenges are divided into three categories:
Green Experience
This category seeks technologies and materials that make mobility more sustainable throughout the entire journey. Priority is given to circular economy solutions, the reuse of textiles and plastics, waste reduction and smart waste management, and the use of low-impact materials.
Onboard Experience
This category focuses on improving the experience on board the train. It seeks solutions that adapt carriages to different uses, such as working, resting or travelling with family, while improving comfort, connectivity, noise levels, lighting, occupancy management and coexistence among passengers.
Mobility for All
This category seeks accessible and inclusive railway mobility for everyone. Solutions should reduce barriers related to ticket purchasing, signage, real-time information and navigation within stations and trains. They should also improve accessibility and reduce situations of stress or sensory overload.
The application deadline is Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 3:00 p.m.
