Following a successful pilot we are delighted to inform you that the eagerly awaited Innovation Voucher scheme is now live on Business Growth Hub website – https://www.businessgrowthhub.com/vouchers
This enables eligible SMEs to apply for up to £5,000 matched funding (minimum £3,000) to access specialist facilities within research institutes to accelerate the development of innovative products and services.
Collaborative partnerships can be developed with a Greater Manchester University or a recognised research organisation nominated by the applicant. Activities that can be funded include:
- Product testing
- Product design
- Research and development
- Knowledge transfer
- Consultancy