Innovative Manufacturing Adoption Fund Stage 1 NSW

This program supports NSW manufacturers to investigate advanced manufacturing technology adoption and build a pathway to improved productivity, competitiveness and growth.
Open
Closes in 17 days

Closing date: Tuesday 6 October 2026 Tue 6 Oct 2026

What do you get?

Funding of between $10,000 and $50,000.

Who is this for?

NSW manufacturers.

Overview

This program targets manufacturers with current or intended capabilities to supply products and manufacturing services to the following sectors outlined in the NSW Industry Policy and NSW Trade and Investment Strategy:

  • construction and building products
  • clean energy products
  • transport and rolling stock
  • defence and aerospace
  • health and medtech manufacturing
  • digital technologies – advanced electronics
  • mining equipment, technology and services
  • agriculture
  • food and beverage manufacturing.

The types of projects funded under this grant include:

  • feasibility studies and business case development
  • pilot projects, prototyping, and process testing
  • assessment of new equipment, software, or systems
  • certification and compliance requirements.

Check if you can apply

To be eligible, you must:

  • have an active Australian business number (ABN)
  • be an Australian corporation
  • be headquartered in NSW
  • have a minimum turnover of $1 million in each of the 2 financial years before applying
  • have between 10 and 100 full-time equivalent employees
  • operate a manufacturing facility in NSW
  • demonstrate current or potential capability in advanced manufacturing within a relevant sector
  • provide a minimum 50% cash co-contribution towards the total eligible project expenditure.

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