Courses
Innovate+
Helping SMEs across Northern Ireland and the border counties adapt and grow their business.
Innovate+ is a fully funded programme supporting small and medium-sized businesses across Northern Ireland and the border counties to adopt innovation, improve sustainability and strengthen their competitiveness.
Delivered through a cross-border partnership, the programme is funded through the PEACEPLUS Programme and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB), with support from the European Union, the UK Government, the Northern Ireland Executive and the Irish Government
Innovate+ Courses
How Innovate+ Works
- Apply to the programme and complete a short eligibility check.
- Complete an innovation audit to highlight opportunities for your business.
- Have a one-to-one call with an Innovation Officer about your results and business needs.
- Develop a tailored Innovation Management Plan.
- Access the most relevant supports for your business, such as workshops, expert advice or student placements.
- Join the Innovate+ network and connect with other businesses across the region.
Next Intake
Commencing September 2026 – please visit this page in future for more information.
Innovate+ Applications
Catalyst, our INNOVATE+ partner, provides expert support to help your business apply for INNOVATE+, starting with a free innovation audit. Learn more or get started at innovateplusportal.co
Entry Requirements
- Be from one of the following counties: Cavan, Donegal, Leitrim, Louth, Monaghan, Sligo, Antrim, Armagh, Down, Fermanagh, Derry, Tyrone.
- Must be from a Small Medium Enterprise (SME) and requiring innovation
- Willing to undertake the Innovation Pathway with Catalyst (Eligibility Check, Innovation Audit, 1-1 Call & Innovation Plan, max time 1hour and 30 minutes in total)
- You will be in receipt of State Aid under the GBER scheme if you undertake this programme.
Find Out More
If you would like more information, please email Pauline.Gavigan@atu.ie.
Further updates will be shared on the Innovate website: Innovate+
PEACEPLUS
PEACEPLUS is managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB) and represents a funding partnership between the European Union, the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Government of Ireland, and the Northern Ireland Executive.
