Top-up funding for industrial research and development

The top-up funding for corporate research and development from the state of Vorarlberg complements federally funded R&D projects with the aim of accelerating the creation of new or significantly improved products, services, and processes. Funding is provided to private individuals, companies of all sizes, start-ups, educational institutions, as well as non-profit organizations, provided that the project has already received federal funding and is utilized within the state of Vorarlberg. The funding applies to the fields of research & innovation as well as science and covers 30% of the eligible project costs. Applications can be submitted between March 1, 2024, and December 31, 2026, with compliance to the funding guidelines, the application itself, and a detailed invoice summary to be submitted as proof.

This measure creates a targeted incentive for individual researchers and companies to implement their R&D projects beyond federal funding with regional added value in Vorarlberg. By combining federal and state funding, innovative projects can be brought to market maturity more quickly. Interested stakeholders from all over Austria can access the application form and funding guidelines free of charge via the website of the state of Vorarlberg, thereby receiving all necessary documents for a complete submission. With this funding pool, the state of Vorarlberg contributes to strengthening regional innovation capacity and creating sustainable jobs.