The Start-up Innovation Programme supports innovative companies that are about to enter the market. The funding is used to accelerate the market launch of products and services.
With the Start-up Innovation Programme, up to 70 percent of the project costs can be funded. Unlike the Swiss Accelerator, there is no budget limit, and the term is also two years. The application is only possible for start-ups that are about to enter the market; if the company is already on the market, the Swiss Accelerator can be used. There is a two-step application process: Application and Interview.
The program for start-ups and SMEs supports projects with innovation potential that are associated with high risk and show great impact and disruption potential.