Advanced Manufacturing Supply Chains: Potential High Growth SMEs

Innovate UK
Closing in 18 days

Funding

£50,000 – £100,000

Location

England

Applications

Open until 22 April 2026

Overview

Innovate UK is offering up to £2 million for manufacturing SMEs working on pre-commercialisation projects. You can get between £50,000 and £100,000 for your project. This funding is for UK registered micro, small or medium sized businesses in manufacturing. The money is specifically for projects that are not yet ready for market but show high growth potential. You must be working on advanced manufacturing supply chains. The deadline to apply is 22 April 2026. This is a competitive funding round, so you will need a strong application.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

  • Must be UK registered SME
  • Must be pre-commercialisation project
  • Must focus on advanced manufacturing supply chains
Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered micro, small or medium sized manufacturing businesses in England. You need a pre-commercialisation project focused on advanced manufacturing supply chains. Your business should have high growth potential but your project must not be ready for market yet.

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Full details from Innovate UK

UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprises (SMEs) can apply for a share of up to £2 million for pre-commercialisation projects. This funding is from Innovate UK.

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Last updated: 4 April 2026