Eco-friendly and sustainable trucks
Purchase Grant for Zero-Emission Trucks (AanZET)
AanZET (Aanschafsubsidie Zero-Emissie Trucks – Purchase Grant for Zero-Emission Trucks) is a Dutch grant scheme that makes it more attractive for entrepreneurs to invest in clean trucks. The grant reduces the difference in price between a ‘traditional’ diesel truck and a clean zero-emission truck.
The AanZET grant is suitable for Dutch enterprises that wish to purchase an N2 or N3 truck. The grant aims to provide an incentive to choose clean emission-free trucks with battery-electric or hydrogen-electric propulsion instead of a ‘standard diesel truck’. You can apply for a grant to purchase one or more trucks (up to 20).
In short
AanZET overview
For whom?
Enterprises
Non-profit organisations
When to apply?
Applying for AanZET grants can only be done within official application rounds:
- From 26 March 2024 (9:00 am) to 27 December 2024 at the latest (however, as long as the budget lasts: the reserved budget was already exhausted after 1 or 2 days).
- From 7 January 2025 (9:00 a.m.) to 31 December 2025 at the latest (while the budget lasts).
- From 6 January 2026 (9:00 a.m.) to 31 December 2026 at the latest (as long as the budget allows).
- From 5 January 2027 (9:00 a.m.) to no later than 7 May 2027 (as long as the grant budget extends).
How much?
The budget for the AanZET grant is determined per year/application round. The budget for 2023 was EUR 30 million. For the 2024 round, a budget of 45 million euro was reserved (subject to approval by the Senate).
The grant amount depends on the type of vehicle, the purchase price; and the type of organisation purchasing the truck.
For what?
Purchase or financial leasing of up to 20 new, zero-emission trucks.
Overview of
AanZET categories
Zero-emission N2 rigid chassis truck weighing 4,250 kg or more
Zero-emission N3 rigid chassis truck weighing up to 18,000 kg
Zero-emission N3 rigid chassis truck weighing 18,000 kg or more
Zero-emission N3 semi-trailer.
Meet the requirements
AanZET conditions
This grant scheme is subject to various terms of eligibility, including the following:
The grant must be for the purpose of purchasing a type N2 or N3 truck (as described above). The truck must be fully emission-free and run only on an electric motor.
The truck must be purchased new. The truck may be bought outright or based on a financial lease. In the case of the latter, the grant must be requested by the lessee (the company that will be offering the financial lease on the truck). For operational leasing, only the leasing company/lessor can apply for the AanZET grant.
The grant recipient must retain ownership of the truck for at least four years (this will be checked based on the vehicle registration). The grant will be calculated based on the purchase price (excluding VAT) as included in the sale or financial lease contract.
No firm commitments must have been entered into at the time of the grant application. There must be a provisional purchase or financial lease agreement (without irrevocable obligations).
Why this grant?
Purpose of AanZET
The AanZET grant aims to provide an incentive to choose clean emission-free trucks with battery-electric or hydrogen-electric propulsion instead of a ‘standard diesel truck’.
“I’m a part of the Transportation team, which mainly focusses on the transition to smart and sustainable mobility for transportation of people and goods. The best thing about this sector is that it is connected to the energy transition, because ships, planes and trucks are moving towards other/cleaner fuels.”
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Grant amounts
How much does the AanZET grant provide?
The grant comprises a contribution to the additional cost of an emission-free truck compared to a diesel truck. The grant amount depends on three factors: 1) the type of vehicle; 2) the purchase price; and 3) the type of organisation purchasing the truck.
For a zero-emission N2 rigid chassis truck weighing 4,250 kg or more:
- large enterprises: the grant covers 12.5% of the purchase price (up to 17,800 euros).
- medium-sized enterprises: the grant covers 19% of the purchase price (up to 26,800 euros).
- small enterprises and non-profit organisations: the grant covers 25% of the purchase price (up to 35,700 euros).
For a zero-emission N3 rigid chassis truck weighing up to 18,000 kg:
- large enterprises: the grant covers 15% of the purchase price (up to 43,600 euros).
- medium-sized enterprises: the grant covers 21.5% of the purchase price (up to 63,700 euros).
- small enterprises and non-profit organisations: the grant covers 28.5% of the purchase price (up to 84,000 euros).
For a zero-emission N3 rigid chassis truck weighing 18,000 kg or more:
- large enterprises: the grant covers 16.9% of the purchase price (up to 56,700 euros).
- medium-sized enterprises: the grant covers 24.3% of the purchase price (up to 81,500 euros).
- small enterprises and non-profit organisations: the grant covers 31.7% of the purchase price (up to 106,300 euros).
For a zero-emission N3 semi-trailer:
- large enterprises: the grant covers 20% of the purchase price (up to 72,700 euros).
- medium-sized enterprises: the grant covers 28.5% of the purchase price (up to 102,300 euros).
- small enterprises and non-profit organisations: the grant covers 37% of the purchase price (up to 131,900 euros).
What can EGEN do for you?
EGEN experts have vast experience with applying for transport, climate and innovation grants. They will find out for you which schemes are the best match for your organisation’s plans and requirements.
If you are purchasing an emission-free truck, the AanZET grant is not the only scheme available to you. You can also take advantage of another benefit: the Environmental Investment Allowance (Milieu-investeringsaftrek, MIA). You can use this to cover another portion of the additional costs.
In short, it’s a good idea to consult with our experts – they’re thoroughly informed about the world of grants and will be happy to tell you about the options available to you. And naturally, they will also help you prepare an optimal grant application.
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