EU funds of up to 15 million euro for Romanian construction materials companies under the Pro Infra 2026 scheme

The Ministry of Transport has published in the Official Gazette the new aid scheme called Pro Infra, dedicated to supporting Romanian companies that produce construction materials, under which they can access EU funding of up to 15 million euro each. This initiative is part of the Modernisation Fund, a European mechanism that supports the green and digital transition in Romania, targeting in particular the construction materials industry, considered strategic for infrastructure development and national competitiveness.

The context and importance of the Pro Infra scheme for the construction materials sector

The construction materials manufacturing sector plays an essential role in Romania's economy, contributing directly to the delivery of infrastructure projects that are vital for economic growth and sustainable development. Access to substantial EU funds, such as those offered through the Pro Infra scheme, is a major opportunity for companies in this field to modernise their equipment and production processes and to innovate, including by implementing technologies with a low environmental impact.

The Modernisation Fund is a component of EU funding that aims to transform the energy sector and carbon-intensive industries, supporting companies in overcoming technological and market barriers. Through this scheme, local construction materials producers will be able to increase productivity, reduce their environmental impact and meet the growing demand from major infrastructure projects.

Pro Infra scheme details: eligibility, amount and selection criteria

The Pro Infra scheme includes an extensive list of eligible CAEN codes, which opens up access to funding for a wide range of activities related to the construction materials industry. Each company can apply for a maximum of 15 million euro, which provides competitive financial support compared with other similar schemes. The scheme, recently published in the Official Gazette, also sets out the clear formula for calculating the score that will decide the allocation of funds, bringing transparency and predictability to the selection process.

• Eligibility depends on the activities being included in the approved CAEN code list.
• The maximum amount that can be allocated to a company is 15 million euro.
• The scoring formula takes into account factors such as technical capacity, impact on infrastructure and modernisation potential.

In addition, meeting the eligibility criteria and having solid documentation will significantly influence your chances of securing funding.

What it means for entrepreneurs and the next steps

The official publication of the scheme in the Official Gazette formally opens the way for companies to prepare their applications for funding. Entrepreneurs in the construction materials industry need to go through a number of essential steps to make the most of this opportunity:

• Check your own CAEN codes to assess your eligibility against the official list.
• Analyse the scoring formula to understand which criteria carry the most weight and how you can strengthen your funding application.
• Prepare technical and financial documentation that demonstrates the company's ability to implement the proposed project in line with the requirements.
• Work with consultants specialising in EU funds to ensure a correct and efficient application.
• Monitor the submission deadlines announced by the Ministry of Transport for applications.

For the construction materials manufacturing sector, this scheme is a real chance to access significant financial resources, which are indispensable for meeting the challenges of sustainability, competitiveness and digitalisation. In addition, the funds can support initiatives to expand production capacity, diversify the product portfolio and improve resource management.

Conclusions and outlook

The new Pro Infra scheme is a strategic measure that responds directly to the needs of Romania's construction materials industry, offering clear and substantial financial support for modernisation and improved performance. By making significant EU funds available and setting transparent selection criteria, the Ministry of Transport aims to stimulate private investment in this critical sector, with a broad impact on the national economy.

The coming years will show whether this strategy leads to real transformations, based on new technologies and good environmental practices, and to a greater role for Romanian companies in European and global construction materials production chains.

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