EISMEA Call for Experts

The European Commission, through the European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA), is funding experts to contribute to the European Fare Information Profile project, a major initiative that will shape the future of multimodal ticketing and fare information across Europe.

Published on 09/10/2025 Reading time : 3 minutes

Topic 6 – Call for Experts: Contribute to the European Fare Information Profile (EFIP)

Project Scope

The project aims to develop a new European Technical Specification (CEN/TS) for fare information, enabling seamless multimodal and multi-operator ticketing throughout the EU.

Building on established standards such as the Transmodel conceptual model and NeTEx exchange formats, the new specification will provide a harmonized framework covering:

  • Fare structures and products
  • Rules for interoperability
  • Data exchange protocols

The work will ensure alignment with existing Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) standards, as well as rail-specific requirements. It will directly support EU policy objectives, including:

  • The Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy
  • Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/490 on MMTIS
  • TAP TSI for rail

Coordination and Expert Involvement

The initiative is coordinated by CEN/AFNOR under CEN/TC 278/WG 3 (Public Transport). The project team will build on strong expertise and involvement in key European initiatives such as DATA4PT and NAPCORE-X.

The resulting specification will enable the publication and use of consistent, interoperable, and machine-readable fare data across modes and borders. This will foster:

  • Integrated mobility services
  • Better passenger information
  • A more efficient ticket distribution ecosystem

 

Why Join?

By participating, experts will:

  • Shape European standards with a lasting impact on mobility and digital transport services.
  • Collaborate across sectors, working with leaders in transport, technology, and standardization.
  • Gain recognition and valuable experience in the European standardization process.
  • Enhance both professional visibility and stakeholder relevance.

Your expertise can directly influence the way Europe advances interoperable, sustainable, and user-friendly mobility solutions.

How to Apply

Funded opportunities to join the expert team are limited. However, stakeholders also have the option to contribute on a voluntary basis.

If you would like to apply to join the project team, please complete the application form (link) and review the following documents until 2025-11-17:

  • EFIP – Open Call for Project Team Experts
  • CEN-CLC Part B: EFIP Project Plan

Those interested in contributing on a voluntary basis are encouraged to contact their National Standardization Body to participate in CEN/TC 278 WG 3 (Public Transport).

 

–EFIP Application form

–EFIP-Open call for project team experts

–CEN-CLC_Part B_EFIP_Project plan

–EN-MANDAT CEN-SERVICE CONTRACT-NON MONOPOL-oct 2025

–Contract form

–GROUPE-F-0037 v7_EN – DEMANDE DE CREATION  DE COMPTE FOURNISSEUR (2)

 



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