Grants from $10,000 and up to $100,000 for capital equipment purchases that support Tasmanian advanced manufacturers to innovate, expand, access new markets and create jobs.
Current status of program
CLOSED
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On this page you will find
- An overview of the Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program (AMAGP)
- Every detail you need to know
- Resources and help to get the grant
What is the Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program?
The Advanced Manufacturing Accelerating Growth Program supports Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprises to become more competitive and resilient and be able to scale-up to better compete in national and global markets.
The program encourages eligible businesses to:
- invest in innovative new equipment,
- leading to increased employment,
- increased off island trade, and
- greater economic benefits for regional Tasmania.
AMAGP level of support
Grant
- $10,000 to $100,000 per project
- Funding of up to 50% of eligible project expenditure
Co-contribution
- Cash co-contribution of a minimum of 50% of eligible project expenditure
AMAGP important dates
- This program is currently closed
- Register your interest here with GrantHelper
AMAGP important details that you will need to know
AMAGP objectives
The objective of the AMAGP program is to support Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprises confidently invest in new and innovative manufacturing technologies that will assist them to enhance their competitiveness in new national and global markets, create more jobs, increase off-island trade and generate greater economic benefits for regional Tasmania.
See the guidelines for full details of objectives and outcomes.
Organisations eligible for AMAGP support
To be eligible for financial assistance from the program the applicant:
- must be able to demonstrate that they are a Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturing enterprise
- must have an Australian Business Number and be registered for GST
- must have annual sales turnover greater than $300,000 and less than $50 million
- must not be a consultant or intermediary
- must not be subject to any legal disability, including bankruptcy or liquidation.
- cannot receive in excess of $100,000 per financial year under this program.
In addition:
- if funding was received in 2021-22 any subsequent application must be a different manufacturing growth project
- if funding is approved, the applicant must be able to finalise the project within 12 months
- if funding is approved, the applicant must be able to demonstrate how the balance of the project will be funded
See the guidelines for full details of eligible and ineligible organisations.
Expenditure eligible for AMAGP support
Eligible expenditure includes:
- plant and equipment to be used in the manufacturing process
- commissioning costs
Ineligible expenditure includes:
- reimbursement of retrospective project expenditure
- certifications
- salaries and wages
- general operational business expenses including office expenses, maintenance costs, accounting, legal, compliance, government fees and software licensing (installation or upgrades)
- costs associated with patents and intellectual property
- building construction, modification or repairs
- product prototype research and development
See the guidelines for full details of eligible and ineligible expenditure.
Applying for the AMAGP
Applications are submitted online via the SmartyGrants portal.
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AMAGP assessment criteria
| Ref | Criteria | Weighting |
| 1 | Current advanced manufacturing capabilities and processes or the potential to become an advanced manufacturer with the proposed project | 15% |
| 2 | Market driven off island expansion opportunity (significant import replacement opportunities may be considered) | 25% |
| 3 | Increased employment opportunities and value | 15% |
| 4 | Competitive neutrality – i.e., the project will not be to the economic detriment of another Tasmanian-based advanced manufacturer. | 15% |
| 5 | Level of innovation and uniqueness of the project | 15% |
| 6 | Other potential outcomes, benefits and beneficiaries (e.g., environmental improvements and carbon reduction) | 15% |
See the guidelines for full details of the assessment.
AMAGP resources
How do I get the AMAGP?
Applicants should read and understand the program guidelines.
A successful application:
- meets all aspects of the eligibility criteria
- shows that the project to be undertaken with the grant funding aligns to the purpose of the grant program
- has clear well-structured answers to all the assessment criteria questions, and
- contains, where requested, quality documented evidence to support claims against the eligibility and/or assessment criteria.
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