Manufacturing Business Grants
UK manufacturing has access to significant grant funding for modernisation and growth. Made Smarter, regional growth programmes, and capital investment schemes support manufacturers to increase productivity and adopt new technologies.
Made Smarter Programme
Made Smarter provides grants for manufacturers to adopt digital technologies including robotics, AI, additive manufacturing, and Industrial IoT. Regional hubs offer support alongside grant funding.
Capital Equipment Grants
Various regional programmes offer capital grants for manufacturing equipment. These typically fund 20-50% of machinery costs and require job creation or productivity targets.
Energy Efficiency Support
Manufacturing businesses can access grants for energy efficiency improvements, decarbonisation projects, and renewable energy adoption. These reduce costs while meeting sustainability targets.
Irish Manufacturing Grants
50 grants found
Strategic Marketing Review (SMR)
Develop a strategic roadmap
Strategic Consultancy Assignment
Hire an external strategy consultant
Standard Mentor Assignment
Ten sessions with an experienced mentor
Smart Regions Enterprise Innovation Fund
Drive jobs and enterprise development throughout Ireland
Research, Development & Innovation Fund
Develop new products, services and processes
Regional Development Feasibility Fund
Deliver regional impact with sectoral projects and initiatives
PhDStart
Compete for innovative graduate talent
New Market Validation Grant
Conduct market research to validate the selected market with funding up to €150,000
New Frontiers
Enterprise Ireland’s national entrepreneur development programme
Market Research Grant
Conduct market research
Key Manager Support
Attract senior leadership talent with funding
IP Plus
Innovation is essential for economic growth and job creation
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Irish manufacturing grants