Research Council of Norway
Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet: Industri og tjenestenæringer
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Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet funds research-driven innovation and business transformation in Norwegian companies across health, ICT, and manufacturing sectors. Grants range from NOK 1 to 16 million over 12-48 months and are open only to Norwegian companies. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis year-round, making this a flexible route for industry-led R&D that bridges laboratory advances and market deployment.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Budget | Kr 1,000,000–16,000,000 |
| Duration | 12-48 months |
| Consortium | Required — utilisation/industry partner co-funding for innovation project |
| Application | Single stage |
| Frequency | Continuous |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Supports research-driven innovation and transformation for established and new businesses in health, ICT, process/manufacturing industry, construction and other service sectors.
Who Should Apply
- •Norwegian companies or SMEs in health, ICT, process, or manufacturing sectors
- •Business leaders and innovation managers seeking to embed research into product or service development
- •Companies with a clear link between a research question and market opportunity
- •Organisations planning 12-48 month innovation cycles
Key Dates
- •Rolling deadline: applications accepted year-round
- •Single-stage application process
- •Project duration: 12-48 months
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Lead with the research challenge, not just the commercial goal, RCN panels assess scientific rigour as much as business impact.
- ✓Secure a research partner (university or research institute) early; many successful proposals include collaboration letters that strengthen the knowledge-base angle.
- ✓Budget clarity matters; break costs into research, prototyping, and scaling phases, RCN scrutinises realistic cost allocation across the full timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet?
Norwegian companies and organisations in health, ICT, manufacturing and services sectors seeking to drive innovation through research-led projects.
What is the budget range for Innovasjonsprosjekter i næringslivet?
Grants range from NOK 1 million to NOK 16 million, depending on project scope and duration.
How long can a project run?
Projects typically span 12-48 months, tailored to the innovation cycle and research complexity.
Is there a fixed deadline?
No, this is a rolling (continuous) programme; you can submit applications at any time during the year.
Can non-Norwegian companies apply?
No, this call is open to Norwegian companies and organisations only.
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