{"id":1371,"date":"2024-10-25T14:05:11","date_gmt":"2024-10-25T12:05:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gpcs.gr\/presentation-of-the-action-strengthening-businesses-for-research-and-innovation\/"},"modified":"2024-11-29T12:16:57","modified_gmt":"2024-11-29T10:16:57","slug":"presentation-of-the-action-strengthening-businesses-for-research-and-innovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpcs.gr\/en\/presentation-of-the-action-strengthening-businesses-for-research-and-innovation\/","title":{"rendered":"Presentation of the Action &#8220;Strengthening Businesses for Research and Innovation&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace (EMTH) announces the new action &#8220;Support for enterprises for research and innovation&#8221; (Action RSO1.1.a) within the framework of the Regional Programme 2021-2027. The action aims to promote innovation and research activity of very small, small and medium-sized enterprises, enhancing their competitiveness in domestic and international markets.<\/p>\n<p>Key Action Details<\/p>\n<p>Total Budget: 8 million euros.<br \/>\nSubsidized Budget per Action: From \u20ac100,000 to \u20ac300,000.<br \/>\nSupport Rates:<br \/>\nIndustrial Research: Up to 70% for small enterprises and 60% for medium-sized enterprises.<br \/>\nExperimental Development: Up to 60% for small enterprises and 50% for medium-sized enterprises.<br \/>\nConditions for Inclusion of Businesses<\/p>\n<p>To participate in the action, interested businesses must meet the following conditions:<\/p>\n<p>Legal Form and Commercial Activity:<br \/>\nMicro, small or medium-sized enterprises, as defined by Recommendation 2003\/361\/EC.<br \/>\nBusinesses that keep single-entry or double-entry books and have a legal operation.<br \/>\nEligible Sectors of Activity:<br \/>\nMaterials and constructions.<br \/>\nAgri-food chain.<br \/>\nSustainable energy.<br \/>\nDigital technologies, including applications in tourism, culture and creative industries.<br \/>\nTime Requirement:<br \/>\nAt least two full closed financial years before submitting the application.<br \/>\nFinancial Conditions:<br \/>\nThe amount of the subsidized budget cannot exceed the highest turnover achieved in one of the last two closed fiscal years.<br \/>\nGeographical Coverage:<br \/>\nThe investment project must be implemented exclusively in the AMTH Region.<br \/>\nCollaborations with Bodies:<br \/>\nCooperation with research bodies (e.g. universities, research centers) or specialized enterprises is permitted for the implementation of part of the project.<br \/>\nCommitments:<br \/>\nThe operation must not have started before the submission of the application.<br \/>\nThe enterprise must not be in bankruptcy, liquidation or forced administration.<br \/>\nWhat the Subsidy Is About<\/p>\n<p>The funding covers investments in:<\/p>\n<p>Industrial Research:<br \/>\nResearch aimed at acquiring new knowledge with a view to developing new products, services or processes.<br \/>\nExperimental Development:<br \/>\nActions for the production of new or improved products, with an emphasis on practical application.<br \/>\nEligible Costs:<br \/>\nPersonnel: Cost of researchers and technicians employed exclusively on the project.<br \/>\nEquipment: Acquisition or use of specialized tools and machinery.<br \/>\nServices: Assignment of research to specialized bodies or individuals.<br \/>\nIndirect Costs: 7% of eligible direct costs.<br \/>\nDuration of Implementation:<br \/>\nMaximum duration of implementation: 36 months from the date of approval.<br \/>\nApplication Submission Procedure<\/p>\n<p>Start of Submissions: November 18, 2024.<br \/>\nEnd of Submissions: January 17, 2025.<br \/>\nMethod of Submission: Electronically through OPSKE.<br \/>\nThe evaluation will be comparative, based on predefined criteria, while the results will be announced through the websites of EYD AMTH, NSRF and EFEPAE.<\/p>\n<p>For more information, visit the websites:<\/p>\n<p>www.eydamth.gr<br \/>\nwww.efepae.gr<br \/>\nwww.espa.gr<br \/>\nTake advantage of this opportunity to enhance your innovation and competitiveness!<\/p>\n<p>For more information, you can contact us at 2521022255 and info@gpcs.gr.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Region of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace (EMTH) announces the new action &#8220;Supporting businesses for research and innovation&#8221; 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