Advanced Manufacturing: Measurement and Sensing Pilot

Funding

£80,419 – £80,420

Location

England

Applications

Open until 7 October 2026

Overview

UK registered businesses in England can apply for a share of up to £1 million. The funding supports businesses developing technology, products, or services in measurement, instrumentation, or sensing for UK manufacturing. Each project receives between £80,419 and £80,420. The deadline to apply is 7 October 2026.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

limited companysole traderpartnership

Key requirements:

  • Must be a UK registered business
  • Project must relate to measurement, instrumentation, or sensing for UK manufacturing
Who is this for?

This is for UK registered businesses based in England working on measurement, instrumentation, or sensing technology for manufacturing. It suits high-potential businesses developing a new product, technology, or service in this space. It is not for businesses outside England or those working in unrelated sectors.

Regions

Full details from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)

UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £1 million as part of a pilot. This is to support high potential businesses developing a technology, product or service in measurement, instrumentation or sensing for UK manufacturing.

How to apply

Apply through the Innovate UK Funding Service on the UKRI website. Check the full competition details on the Innovate UK portal for any required documents or stages before submitting.

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Last updated: 1 September 2026