Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme

About this funding

The Aerospace Technology Institute SME Programme provides grant funding for civil aerospace research and technology development conducted in the UK.

UK-registered SMEs can apply as primary applicants; other businesses may lead applications if they include at least one SME as a consortium partner. Projects must demonstrate that their primary exploitation route lies in civil aerospace and must align with the Destination Zero aerospace strategy.

Eligible organisations must be registered with Companies House before receiving funding, though registration is not required at application stage. Projects may include non-UK partners, though only costs from eligible organisations count towards the total project budget. Both single-applicant and collaborative project applications are accepted, with each application individually assessed by the programme's partner organisations.

Applicants must sign up to the ATI framework agreement and follow the Department for Business and Trade's application procedures. Detailed guidance on eligibility criteria, funding rules and submission requirements is available from the Department for Business and Trade or the Aerospace Technology Institute website.

Who can apply

UK-registered SMEs as primary applicants; larger businesses eligible if leading a consortium containing at least one SME. Projects must focus on civil aerospace, conduct UK-based research, demonstrate alignment with Destination Zero aerospace strategy, and commit to UK exploitation of results.

How to apply

• Applicants must sign up to the ATI framework agreement and follow the funder's application procedures
• contact the Department for Business and Trade or visit the Aerospace Technology Institute for detailed guidance and submission requirements

Common questions

What is Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme?

The Aerospace Technology Institute SME Programme offers grants for UK-based civil aerospace research to SMEs and larger businesses leading consortia with SME partners. Applications must demonstrate civil aerospace focus and UK exploitation of results.

How much funding is available?

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme offers Not specified in source material.

Who can apply for Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme?

UK-registered SMEs as primary applicants; larger businesses eligible if leading a consortium containing at least one SME. Projects must focus on civil aerospace, conduct UK-based research, demonstrate alignment with Destination Zero aerospace strategy, and commit to UK exploitation of results.

What is the deadline?

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme accepts applications on a rolling basis — you can apply at any time.

Who provides Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme?

Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme is provided by Department for Business and Trade.

How do I apply for Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) SME Programme?

Applicants must sign up to the ATI framework agreement and follow the funder's application procedures; contact the Department for Business and Trade or visit the Aerospace Technology Institute for detailed guidance and submission requirements.