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Grant funding for UK registered micro, small and medium-sized businesses working in battery innovation, applying alongside private investment from selected investor partners. Applicants must be invited to apply by an investor from UKRI's pool of selected investor partners. Project work must be carried out in the UK with intent to exploit the results from or in the UK.

UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £25 million to support innovation in battery grade material technologies for electrification. This funding is from the Battery Innovation Programme, co-funded by the Department for Business Innovation Science and Trade (BIST). Projects must be led by a UK registered business in a collaborative consortium.

GMCA has established a £10m investment fund (GM Advance) to support the growth of companies in the advanced manufacturing and materials sector in Greater Manchester. The fund offers a range of subsidised financial products — including grants and micro equity — designed to bridge the gap in 'gateway' funding for innovation and product development. It helps businesses retain, grow, and attract operations into the region. GM Advance is a central part of Greater Manchester's Investment Zone, which is providing £160m over 10 years to develop the city-region's advanced manufacturing and materials sector.