We accelerate the growth and internationalisation of Finnish companies. Business Finland finances companies that seek growth in international markets or develop new products, services and business models. Large companies and research organisations can also receive funding for joint projects with SMEs.

Funding for growth, internationalisation and innovation

Startup funding for growth

We help companies under the age of five to develop new innovative solutions, prepare for international growth, raise private funding, and bring solutions to the market.

See how we can finance your growth

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  • Innovation aid for shipbuilding

    Innovation aid for shipbuilding is a government grant intended for companies operating in the shipbuilding sector. The goal of the grant is to encourage development projects for ship-based or offshore solutions that will lead to innovations that are new to the industry or surpass the current state of the art.

    Status
    Call is open
    Application deadline 31.12.2026

  • Innovative public procurement 

    Innovative public procurement funding is intended for procurements in which the public sector is modernising its services and operations, while at the same time accelerating market development and the emergence of new expertise and solutions. The call is continuous.

    Status
    Call is open

  • Driving Urban Transitions (DUT) Partnership Funding Call 2026

    The call seeks innovative projects that accelerate the transition to climate neutral and resilient cities.

    Status
    Call is open
    Application deadline 17.11.2026

  • Continuous Strategic Partnership Matching Funding Call: 6G Bridge and Quantum

    Business Finland's 6G Bridge and Quantum programs are calling research organizations to increase their collaboration with strategic international research ecosystems.

    Status
    Call is open

  • Partnership model funding call for Co-Innovation and Research, development and piloting projects

    Continuous call: Partnership funding for research, development, and innovation projects in leading companies' ecosystem themes. Funding is intended especially for joint projects between companies and joint projects between companies and research organizations (Co-Innovation funding). Funding can also be granted to individual companies (Research, development and pilot funding).
    Status
    Call is open
    Application deadline 31.12.2030

Funding guidelines

How to apply for funding and comply with the funding terms and conditions

Do you need more information about applying for funding or the process during funding? Read the instructions for funding!

Funding opportunities

Stages of applying for funding

Business Finland's funding is intended for research and product development as well as for the needs of companies' business development and international growth.

How to apply for funding

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Before you apply

Plan the project, define the goals and ensure the sufficiency of your own funding.

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Apply for funding

Submit and submit the application in the online service. 

3

Approve the funding decision

Read the decision, read the terms and conditions and accept the decision in the online service.

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Organize project follow-up

Arrange project accounting in accordance with the terms of funding.

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Execute and report on the project

Report implementation and costs. Notify Business Finland of any changes.