The objective of the Business Links Grant is to assist clients to explore new market opportunities using market research companies or qualified third party service providers to target and evaluate potential end-market customers.
Geographical Coverage: National
Budget:
The maximum grant funding for a Business Links Grant is 50% of eligible expenditure up to a maximum grant of €20,000 Receipt of other grants from Enterprise Ireland may impact on eligibility for support under this initiative
The purpose of the study is to provide the necessary information to enable the company (and Enterprise Ireland) to come to firm conclusions regarding the project's viability.
Geographical Coverage: National
Budget:
The maximum grant funding available for a Technical Feasibility Study is 50% of eligible expenditures to a maximum grant of up to €35,000
This application should be used for projects relating to:
• investments in equipment or on board aimed at reducing the emission of pollutants of greenhouses gases and increasing energy efficiency
• new fishing gear contributing to energy efficiency
• engine replacements and modernisations
Whilst many companies are seeking to strengthen their key offering in target markets through developing novel products and services, some may be relatively new to formal R&D processes. The R&D Fund - Small Projects provision is to support companies
This application should be used for projects relating to:
• diversification of income
• improving health and safety
• start-up support for young fishermen
• limitation of the impact of fishing on the marine environment and adaptation of fishing to the protection of species
Geographical Coverage: National
Budget:
As described in guidance
Sector of Activity:
Environmental monitoring
Prevent and protect against illegal movement of people and goods
Assists a new start-up company or individual entrepreneur to investigate the viability of a new export orientated business or proposition.
Geographical Coverage: National
Budget:
The maximum grant funding available for a High Potential Start-Up feasibility study is 50% of eligible expenditures. The maximum level of grant funding currently available is €15,000.