LogIN Business: €157 Million for the Digital Transformation of Italian Logistics
The Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has published the LogIN Business call under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR) – Measure M3C2 “Digitalization of the Logistics Chain”. With a budget of €157 million, this initiative represents a strategic opportunity to accelerate the modernization of the national logistics sector through the adoption of advanced digital technologies.
An Opportunity for the Future of Sustainable Logistics
The call is part of the broader digital transformation framework outlined in the PNRR, aiming to create an interconnected, efficient, and sustainable national logistics system. The initiative seeks to bridge the technological gap in the sector by facilitating digital dialogue between private operators, public authorities, and shippers, in full compliance with European standards eFTI (electronic Freight Transport Information) and eCMR (electronic Consignment Note).
Who Can Apply
Italian companies and companies from the European Economic Area with a permanent establishment in Italy, operating in freight transport and logistics with the following ATECO codes, are eligible to apply:
- Rail freight transport (49.2)
- Road freight transport (49.41)
- Sea and coastal freight transport (50.2)
- Inland waterway freight transport (50.4)
- Transport support activities (52.2)
- Freight transport intermediary services (52.31)
- Other postal and courier activities (53.2)
- Postal and courier intermediary services (53.3)
Companies can participate individually or in aggregated form, presenting joint projects to maximize investment impact.
Funding and Financial Support
The call provides two funding options:
- Co-financing scheme: up to 40% of eligible costs (excluding VAT), reserved for companies promoting sustainable multimodal transport (rail, inland waterways, or combined transport).
- De minimis scheme: up to 100% of eligible costs, in compliance with EU Regulation 2023/2831.
Resources are allocated based on investment size:
- €97.5 million for projects below €150,000
- €59.5 million for projects equal to or above €150,000
At least 40% of resources are earmarked for companies in Southern Italy.
Eligible Interventions
The call supports three main types of technological investments:
- Digital Platforms for Information Exchange
Systems for communication and cargo tracking between logistics operators, end customers, and the National Logistics Platform (PLN), ensuring full compliance with the eFTI standard for electronic freight transport information management.
- Cargo Optimization Systems
AI-based solutions for dynamic route planning and cargo optimization, with particular focus on interoperability between different systems and operators.
- Document Digitalization
Tools for complete digitalization of transport documents according to the eCMR standard, permanently eliminating paper documentation and simplifying administrative processes.
E-learning modules directly linked to digital investments are also eligible for funding to ensure adequate staff training.
Timeline and Deadlines
Interventions must be completed by April 30, 2026 to contribute to the European target of 8,350 digitalized companies. Application procedures will be defined by ministerial decree within 30 days of the call’s publication.
Strategic Importance for the Sector
The LogIN Business call represents a true catalyst for the structural transformation of the Italian logistics sector. In a context where competitiveness increasingly depends on the ability to manage data and processes in real-time, digitalization becomes a critical success factor.
Adopting interoperable platforms and intelligent systems will enable companies to:
- Reduce operational time and costs
- Improve cargo traceability
- Optimize routes and loads
- Simplify administrative procedures
- Increase environmental sustainability of operations
FIT Consulting: Your Strategic Partner for Digitalization
Digital transformation in logistics requires not only technological investments but, above all, strategic vision and specialized expertise. With over 25 years of experience in sustainable mobility and urban logistics, and a dedicated technical team to support interested companies throughout the LogIN Business application process, FIT Consulting stands as the ideal partner to guide companies through this innovation journey.
Our multidisciplinary team has developed a comprehensive service package for the LogIN Business call:
Preliminary Phase:
- Assessment of eligible investments
- Identification of most suitable technological solutions
Application Phase:
- Support in technical project drafting
- Preparation of required documentation
- Application submission on the dedicated platform
Implementation Phase:
- Support and technical supervision of implementation
- Timeline compliance monitoring
Reporting Phase:
- Administrative documentation management
- Expense reporting
