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Petri Rajahalme (Expert for expanding companies, Tekes) tells about funding for Finnish companies expanding in, for example, Russia, which could amount up to 200,000 Euro.
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Tekes funding for
companies planning
growth abroad
Awara Seminar
Petri Rajahalme
26 August 2014
Tekes funding is available for all
stages of innovation
Planning for global
growth R&D
Pilot projects
Planning for global growth
Tekes funding is available for
exploring IP rights protection and patenting issues
carrying out client surveys and market research, and exploring the
market for the product/service
meeting potential clients and collecting feedback on their needs
developing an internationalization strategy
identifying the development needs of the team, board, and any
networks involved
75% grant for young companies, 50% for other SMEs
Research and development
R&D funding for developing innovative products,
services, business models and processes
Grants may be awarded for industrial research projects
If the relevant markets already exist or a business development
project involves existing competence, then funding is primarily
provided in the form of a loan.
Tekes funding is not more than 70% of total project cost
For young innovative companies (< 5 yr.) 75% possible
Demos, piloting & commercialization
Tekes offers an unsecured, low-interest loan to
help you pilot your innovation Funding available both for fast-paced business (e.g. software)
and process industries, transportation, biotech, cleantech etc.
Eligible cost incl. depreciation costs for land, buildings, machinery
and equipment associated with the project; material and supplies
costs; design costs associated with the subject of the pilot or
demonstration
Tekes loans are without collaterals, have low interest rates, and
can be partially received in advance.
Team Finland Explorer (DL Dec. 31)
To accelerate internationalization of SMEs, a
special offer available until Dec. 31, 2014
Funding for planning international growth & exports
Funding is only available for purchasing services
50% grant, minimum €4,000
Application must be submitted by December 31, 2014.
www.tekes.fi/explorer
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