SA Manufacturing Technology Adoption Program (MTAP)

Grant of up to $50,000 in matched funding.
Applications are open until 28 February 2025.

The Manufacturing Technology Adoption Program (MTAP) supports South Australian manufacturers in boosting productivity and global competitiveness. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can apply for up to $50,000 in matched funding to adopt innovative Industry 4.0 technologies, including AI, machine learning, data analytics, blockchain, AR/VR, additive manufacturing, IIoT, and optics.

Key Requirements

The program provides $500,000 in funding for 2024–25 and 2025–26, with a single funding round each year.

Applicants can seek grants of up to $50,000 (excluding GST) for eligible projects, requiring a minimum 1:1 financial co-contribution. The program covers up to 50% of eligible project expenditure, with applicants contributing at least an equal amount.

Applications will be assessed against merit criteria, including the project’s alignment with program objectives, the applicant’s capacity to deliver the project, and the need for government financial support.

The program aims to accelerate the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies, as outlined in South Australia’s Advanced Manufacturing Strategy. Objectives include increasing the development of new or enhanced products, supporting entry into new markets, and improving productivity and competitiveness for SME manufacturers.

What is eligible for funding?

Eligible projects must be discrete technical initiatives involving the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance operations.

The aim is to develop new or improved products, support entry into new markets, and increase productivity and competitiveness. Relevant technologies include AI, augmented and virtual reality, additive manufacturing, robotics, machine learning, IoT, blockchain, optics, quantum technologies, and others related to Industry 4.0, decarbonisation, or circular economy processes.

Projects must be completed by 30 September 2025, with agreed outputs, timelines, milestones, and KPIs approved by the Department of State Development (DSD).

Eligible project expenditure covers direct project-related costs, including fees for third-party service providers.

Applicants are encouraged to prioritise South Australian suppliers and service providers where feasible.

What companies are eligible for funding?

To be eligible for this program, applicants must:

Be an organisation with one or more legal entities, incorporated or established in Australia.
Be an SME with fewer than 200 full-time equivalent employees.
Hold an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be registered for GST.
Operate an active manufacturing business in South Australia, with manufacturing activities and staff based in the state.
Have been in business for more than one full financial year.
Be capable of entering into a legally binding funding agreement with the South Australian Government.
Be willing to provide required information, including financial data.
Commit to the required co-contribution (minimum $1 for every $1 in grant funding).
Not have previously received government grant funding for the same project.

Is this grant competitive or entitlement based?

Competitive. Your application will be assessed among other applications by a judging panel.

How can I increase my chances of winning this grant?

By engaging an accredited government grants consultant, such as Avant Group.

Competitive grants often require significant business case development and project analysis to support the application, this may include detailed presentations supporting the project’s merit, projected sales, cost-benefit analysis and more.

As part of your engagement with Avant Group, your account manager will assess the required documents and will provide the following as needed to support your grant submission.

Grant application writeup including a detailed presentation illustrating how the grant funding will contribute to your project, how the funding will contribute to the project’s budget, a project milestone plan, delivery timeline, impact on employment if applicable and a breakdown of the management and leadership team for the project

Industry analysis presentation
Competitor Analysis Presentation
Marketing and Sales Analysis Presentation
3-5 year Cashflow Forecast
3-5 year Balance Sheet Forecast
Cost-Benefit Analysis of Grant Funding
End-to-end grant application including information collating, analysis and application writing
CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) cost-benefit analysis
Stakeholder relations and Risk Mitigation Plans
Any other relevant forecasting that will support your application

How can I get help with my application? Or know if I’m likely to win funding?

Avant Group offers a no-obligation assessment of your eligibility for funding and will assess your likelihood of a successful grant application.

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