The prototype works but the market is not convinced yet
Co-promotion demonstrator projects fund technology validation in a real environment, with companies and research organisations. We assess the consortium and the project fit.
- Funds the stage between prototype and sale
- Shares risk and cost with research partners
- Real-environment demonstration as a sales argument
Calls with their own calendar — confirmed in the diagnosis
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Funding
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Programmes
Portugal 2030, RRP and others
Region
Portugal, depending on the call
Eligible businesses
Companies with developed technology needing validation, Consortia between companies and research organisations, Manufacturers wanting to test a solution in a real setting, Technology companies at pre-commercial stage
The opportunity
Why this funding is worth exploring
The incentive reduces the financial burden of the investment and accelerates projects already planned by the business.
Proof in a real setting
Demonstration turns technology into a credible commercial reference.
Research consortium
Access to skills and equipment the company does not have in house.
Higher rates
Co-promotion with research organisations improves the support rate.
Who can apply
- A consortium with at least one company and one research organisation
- Technology mature enough for demonstration
- Tax and social security compliance
- Project not started at the application date
- A plan to exploit results after the demonstration
What it can fund
- Equipment and instrumentation for the demonstration
- Staff dedicated to the project
- Contract research services and testing
- Materials and consumables for the pilot line
- Industrial property and dissemination of results
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Other funding linked to this project
Many companies combine more than one incentive. Check the related pages before deciding.
How Start PME works
From assessment to payment, with support at every stage
We work through clear stages so you always know what happens next.
- 1
Free assessment
We review the business profile, investment and region to confirm eligibility and the applicable rate.
- 2
Strategy and eligibility
We select the right call, structure the project and maximise the available uplifts.
- 3
Application submitted
We prepare the project description, investment plan and forecasts, and submit everything on time.
- 4
Delivery and payments
We support procurement, payment claims and reports through to project completion.
5,000+
Applications submitted
€50M+
Approved eligible expenditure
€27M+
Approved non-repayable funding
82%
Approval rate
Experience and trust
Trusted by the clients we have supported
Proven results and genuine feedback from Start PME clients.
Frequently asked questions
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