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United Kingdom Research and Innovation

Innovation Loans Expression of Interest

Last update: about 11 hours ago Last update: Jun 11, 2026

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Location:UK
UK
Funding agency:
United Kingdom Research and Innovation
Grantmaking entity: Innovate UK
Status:Open
Budget: GBP 20,000,000
Award ceiling: GBP 5,000,000
Award floor: GBP 100,000
Sector:Private Sector & Trade
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:Private Sector
Eligible applicant countries: UK
UK
Date posted: Jun 11, 2026

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Objectives: Provide innovation loans to support close-to-market innovative p...
Eligibility criteria: Eligible applicants are single, UK-registered micro, small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) applying alone ...

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Opportunity status: OpenFunders: Funding type: LoanTotal fund: £20,000,000Award range: £100,000 - £5,000,000Publication date: 10 June 2026Opening date: 6 June 2026 9:30am UK timeClosing date: Open - no closing dateSee the full opportunity details on the I
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grant Background

About the Funding Agency

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is the national funding agency investing in science and research in the UK.

Operating across the whole of the UK and with a combined budget of more than £6 billion, UK Research and Innovation is bringing together the seven Research Councils, Innovate UK and a new organisation, Research England.

UK Research and Innovation will be an independent organisation and a strong voice for research and innovation, both to government and internationally, and will be supported and challenged by an independent chair and board. We intend to be an outstanding organisation that ensures the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. We will do this by creating the best environment for research and innovation to flourish.

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About the Sectors

Private Sector & Trade

Entails initiatives that promote entrepreneurship, strengthen competitive markets, and expand domestic and international trade opportunities.


Key areas:
  • Private sector development and SME/MSME support
  • Entrepreneurship, start-ups, and business growth initiatives
  • Trade facilitation, import/export, and market access
  • Commerce, retail/wholesale, and free trade mechanisms
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Locations

UK

The United Kingdom invests in rail modernization, renewable energy expansion, digital infrastructure, and regional transport connectivity to support economic growth. Major programs include high-speed rail development, offshore wind projects, and urban transit upgrades. Infrastructure financing combines public expenditure, private sector participation, and regulated asset models. Decarbonization targets, regional inequality, and productivity enhancement shape long-term infrastructure priorities.

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