Trade & Sanctions

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Non-CO2 Programme Funding

The Department for Business and Trade has launched the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Non-CO2 Programme, offering grant funding for research and technology development in the UK's civil aerospace sector. The programme aims to maintain and grow the UK's competitive position by focusing on non-CO2 emissions reduction technologies.

North of Tyne Business Growth Fund Grants

The Department for Business and Trade has updated the North of Tyne Business Growth Fund, which offers grants between £20,000 and £200,000 for business expansion projects leading to job creation. The latest update on October 14, 2025, amended the expenditure and grant size criteria.

Horizon Europe Funding Association for UK Research

The UK and EU have signed an agreement finalizing the UK's association to the Horizon Europe research and innovation program. This ensures UK researchers can bid into Horizon, with successful applicants covered by the UK's association or guarantee scheme for the remainder of the program.

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme Funding

The UK Department for Business and Trade has published details on the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme, offering grant funding for civil aerospace research and technology development. UK registered SMEs are eligible, with specific requirements for project location and exploitation.

Aerospace Research Grant Funding up to £5 Million

The Department for Business and Trade has announced funding of up to £5 million for the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) Strategic Programme. This initiative supports research and technology development to enhance the UK's competitive position in civil aerospace.

EPSRC Materials Innovation Partnerships Funding Opportunity

The Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) has announced a £7.5 million funding opportunity for Materials Innovation Partnerships. The program aims to foster collaboration between UK businesses and academic institutions to advance materials science, with applications opening on March 3, 2026, and closing on May 14, 2026.

UKRI Translation: Proof of Concept Funding Opportunity

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has opened a funding opportunity for its Translation: Proof of Concept programme. The total fund is £9,000,000, with awards ranging from £100,000 to £250,000. Applications are open to UK research organisations and close on May 13, 2026.

ADOPT Facilitator Support Grant Funding Opportunity

Innovate UK and Defra have opened applications for the ADOPT facilitator support grant round 7, offering £100,000 in total funding. Farming, growing, or forestry businesses in England can apply for grants of £2,500 to hire external facilitators for ADOPT grant applications. The application deadline is April 8, 2026.

ESRC Funding for Northern Ireland Election Study

The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) is offering £1.5 million in funding for the Northern Ireland Election Study, which will run from 2026 to 2031. The funding opportunity is open for applications from eligible UK research organisations.

UKRI 5G Assured Integration Grant Opportunity

Innovate UK has opened a grant opportunity for UK registered organisations to apply for a share of up to £18.5 million. The funding aims to integrate advanced connectivity components into assured end-to-end architectures. The application deadline is April 1, 2026.