Feasibility Studies

Business Enhance

This scheme is open to enterprises seeking to carry out a Feasibility Study aimed at developing their innovative ideas within a tailored and supportive environment that aligns with the specific needs of their sector. The scheme aims to support enterprises in covering the costs of researching their proposed business or new business idea to assess its viability and long-term sustainability.

Grant value (max):	€100,000
Target Group	Micro, Small, Medium-sized and Small Mid-Cap Enterprises
Cut-off dates:	30th April, 16th May, 30th May, 13th June, 30th June, 11th July, 31st July, 14th August, 12th September, 30th September, 17th October, 31st October, 14th November, 28th November and 12th December, 2025.

Scheme Summary

The feasibility study should enable enterprises to draw clear conclusions about the business idea, identify necessary resources, and assess its potential for success.

This scheme supports investments that contribute to Malta’s Research & Innovation landscape by promoting innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship in line with Malta’s Smart Specialisation Strategy (S3) 2021–2027.

The R&D Feasibility Study Grant is open to projects aligned with the following six S3 areas:

Health and Well-being
Sustainable Use of Resources for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
Smart Manufacturing
Marine & Maritime Technology
Aviation and Aerospace
Future Digital Technologies

Activities funded under the Feasibility Study must be completed within six (6) months from the date of the Grant Agreement. Extensions may be granted upon justified request by the Beneficiary. However, all investments must be finalised by 30th June 2029.

Eligible Costs

Aid Intensity

Application Process

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