The European Technology Platform ALICE is set-up to develop and implement a comprehensive industry lead strategy for research, innovation and market deployment in the field of logistics and supply chain management in Europe.

Leading experts and companies in implementing supply chain and logistics innovation form ALICE with the aim to accelerate the transition to net zero emissions transport & logistics operations. To that end, interdisciplinary and multi-stakeholder collaborative innovation is needed.

ALICE supports, assists and advise the European Commission in the implementation of the EU Programs for research: Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe.

Vision

Future logistics, from global to urban, will be founded on a global open system of systems enabling assets and resources in logistics networks to be interconnected facilitating their use to the maximum capacity and productivity while increasing agility and resilience of supply chains. We call this vision the Physical Internet (PI) and it will support the affordable transition of assets towards Zero emissions logistics.

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Influence EC, Member States, Cities and Industry: Programmes, Calls, Initiatives
Development & promotion of roadmaps, papers and documents
Knowledge management and sharing
Liaison with projects and memebers initiatives, webinars, workshops, knowledge platform
Support collaboration between members
Networking, promotion of funding calls, collaborative projects, 1 to 1 links and connections
ALICE participation in funded projects

ALICE recommendations for Horizon Europe Work Programmes 2023 - 2024

ALICE recommendations to HORIZON Europe calls 2023-2024 workprogram are based on the gaps and challenges identified in ALICE roadmaps and new gaps identified through ALICE thematic Groups and projects. The identified topics were prioritized by ALICE Members. This document was used for discussions with the European Commission and the Member States represented in ALICE Mirror Group in the preparation of Horizon Europe 2023-2024 Work Programs.

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The European Commission’s review of the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR) has entered its second phase. A 12-week public consultation, open from 11 May to 3 August 2026, invites stakeholders to provide evidence on whether the regulation’s current targets are Read more

As Europe accelerates efforts towards zero-emission and digitally connected logistics systems, inland waterways are increasingly seen as a potential contributor to modal shift and sustainable freight transport. Several European project are currently exploring: Smaller and more flexible inland vessel concepts, Read more

This webinar will explore the cybersecurity challenges and trust requirements of autonomous maritime logistics systems through the perspective of the European project SEAMLESS. The session will begin with a keynote presentation by Dr. Olivier Jacq on the evolving threat landscape Read more

The Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe (ALICE) is pleased to announce the upcoming General Assembly, which will take place online via GoToMeeting on Thursday, 25 June 2026. The General Assembly will be held in two sessions: the first Read more

News

During the TRA 2026 Press Conference held on 18 May 2026 in Budapest, representatives from across Europe’s transport research and innovation ecosystem introduced their views on the future of sustainable, resilient and competitive transport and mobility in Europe The Press-Conference brought the European Commission, transport technology platforms, research alliances and Read more

Budapest, 21 May 2026 – During a dedicated session at the ALICE Logistics Innovation Theatre at TRA 2026, ALICE initiated a call for interest to shape a potential Multifunctional Urban Space Community. Building on the experience of the Digital Urban Freight Community and motivated by Read more

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital Twins are rapidly moving from experimentation to real-world deployment across logistics and supply chains. The session “From data to decisions: AI and Digital Twins in the Physical Internet era” at the ALICE Logistics Innovation Summit 2025 explored how these technologies are helping organisations improve Read more

Ports are evolving beyond their traditional role as transport gateways to become innovation ecosystems, energy hubs and digital connectors within Europe’s logistics network. The session “Smart and green ports, connected hubs: Implementing the EU Port Strategy” at the ALICE Logistics Innovation Summit 2025 explored how ports can support Read more

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