R&D for Business
It can be tough to find the necessary backing to fund costly and often lengthy research and development. But in today's market R&D is more important than ever if firms are to compete effectively.
The R&D Grant supports businesses developing new products, processes and services to improve company competitiveness and to benefit the Scottish economy.
Assistance is available to businesses of all sizes located within the Scottish Enterprise Network area or those planning to establish a base here. If you are a business within the Highlands and Islands Enterprise area you should contact Jeff Foot on 01349-868-938 or email jeff.foot@hient.co.uk to find out what forms of support may be available through Highlands and Islands Enterprise.
The R&D Grant Process
Find out whether you are eligible, how to apply, and what’s available.
Application forms are available to download from this site.
However, before doing so, we would suggest that you should familiarise yourself with the criteria of the scheme and that you speak to a business adviser.
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