Financing innovative projects in the mechanical engineering and metalworking sector with the “Primo-innovant call for projects: for innovative projects in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector” scheme
“Primo-innovant call for projects: for innovative projects in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector” is an aid listed by Grenoble-Alpes Métropole, intended to bring forward innovative projects and enable businesses, notably micro-businesses and SMEs in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector, to develop structuring innovations. The access criteria, expenditure base and timetable should be checked in the official documentation before including it in the financing plan.
Grenoble-Alpes Métropole lists the “Primo-innovant call for projects: for innovative projects in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector” scheme for innovative projects in the mechanical engineering and metalworking sector. The source page notably states: bringing forward innovative projects and enabling businesses, notably micro-businesses and SMEs in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector, to develop structuring innovations. The listed cap is €10,000. It is not paid automatically; check the funding rate, the base and the criteria of the current edition. To decide whether this aid can really contribute to your project, compare the planned expenditure with the rules in force and confirm the business’s eligibility before any commitment.
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Who can apply
The scheme is listed with Grenoble-Alpes Métropole. Eligibility depends on the location, the nature of the activity and the criteria of the rules in force. The aid description notably indicates: bringing forward innovative projects and enabling businesses, notably micro-businesses and SMEs in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector, to develop structuring innovations. Have the criteria on size, age, status and any excluded sectors confirmed before applying.
Eligibility conditions
The call aims to bring forward innovative projects in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector, notably led by micro-businesses and SMEs. The application must show the innovative nature, feasibility and expected benefits. Check the required location, the level of maturity, the eligible R&D expenditure and the rules on combining with other innovation aid.
What the scheme covers
For this project, document the following operations precisely: feasibility studies, design, prototyping, testing and technical validation of a new solution in the mechanical engineering or metalworking sector. For each item, attach a separate quote or a breakdown of costs, the necessary technical characteristics and an explanation of the link with the aim of the aid. Expenditure already committed, recurring subscriptions or items not explicitly provided for should be validated before being included.
Amount and funding terms
The listed cap is €10,000. It is not paid automatically; check the funding rate, the base and the criteria of the current edition. A reference cap is neither a flat-rate amount nor a promise of award. The amount depends on the costs accepted, the funding rate and the funder’s decision.
How to apply
Contact Grenoble-Alpes Métropole’s innovation or economic development department to obtain the call’s specifications. Prepare a technical note, a budget by item, a timetable and the business’s supporting documents. Confirm that the call is open and that expenditure must not start before the application.
Timeline
The timetable and availability of funds should be confirmed with Grenoble-Alpes Métropole. Check whether the “Primo-innovant call for projects: for innovative projects in the mechanical engineering/metalworking sector” scheme is open, its deadline and the rule on starting expenditure before committing.
Key facts
- Funder
- Grenoble-Alpes Métropole
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Maximum amount
- €10,000
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Funding rate
- 80%
- Automatically extracted — check the official source
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
What is the amount of the aid?
The listed cap is €10,000. It is not paid automatically; check the funding rate, the base and the criteria of the current edition. The amount actually awarded depends on the applicable rules and the review of the application.
Who can benefit?
The scheme is listed by Grenoble-Alpes Métropole. The precise criteria on activity, location and status should be checked with the funder.
Which expenditure should be submitted?
Prepare detailed quotes for feasibility studies, design, prototyping, testing and technical validation of a new solution in the mechanical engineering or metalworking sector. Have each item’s eligibility confirmed before committing.
Do I need to apply before starting?
Check the applicable rule before any order or signature. Some aid requires the application to be formalised before the works or the operation start.
What is the cap of the Primo-innovant call?
The catalogue lists a cap of €10,000. The aid rate, the eligible expenditure and whether the edition is open should be confirmed in Grenoble-Alpes Métropole’s rules.
Official source
No official URL is available in our data for this grant.
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