Upcoming Application Deadlines:

• Outline Stage:

• Opens: Monday, 13th January 2025

• Closes: Wednesday, 29th January 2025 at 11:00 am UK time

• Pitch Panel Dates:

• Monday, 10th February 2025

• Tuesday, 11th February 2025

• Wednesday, 12th February 2025

• Outcome Notification: Tuesday, 18th February 2025

Eligibility Criteria:

• Lead Applicant:

• Must be a UK-registered SME or a business of any size collaborating with at least one SME.

• Project work must be conducted within the UK, with the intention to exploit results domestically.

• Must align with the UK's Aerospace Technology Strategy.

• Required to sign the ATI SME Programme Agreement.

• Project Team Members:

• Can include UK-registered businesses of any size, academic institutions, charities, not-for-profit organizations, public sector bodies, or research and technology organizations (RTOs).

• Must perform project work in the UK and plan to utilize the outcomes within the country.

Funding Details:

• Grant Coverage:

• 70% for small or micro organizations

• 60% for medium-sized organizations

• 50% for large organizations

• SME Participation: At least 50% of the total eligible project costs must be allocated to micro, small, and/or medium-sized businesses within the consortium.

Support for Applicants:

The ATI Hub provides assistance through:

• Consultations with ATI technologists

• Themed innovation workshops

• Guidance on preparing effective presentations and applications

• Facilitating connections for potential consortium partnerships

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