Innovate UK Innovation Loans

Innovate UK (UKRI)

Loans of £100,000 to £5 million

Affordable, patient loans for late-stage, close-to-market innovative R&D projects with a clear route to commercialisation and economic impact.

Gov. schemeLoans & Funding

Eligibility: UK registered micro, small or medium sized enterprises that carry out the project in the UK, intend to exploit results in the UK and can show the business is suitable to take on a loan. Projects must fit one or more future economy themes.
Available in: United Kingdom
Details: Tiers, how to apply, what to watch out for and sources are free with an account.

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