ATI Programme Strategic Batch: Expression of Interest

Scope

Projects must align with the UK Aerospace Technology Strategy and fall within one of the following focus areas:

• Zero-Carbon Emission Aircraft technologies (e.g. battery, hydrogen, fuel cell)
• Ultra-Efficient Aircraft technologies
• Cross-cutting Enabling technologies (design, manufacturing, lifecycle improvements)
• Non-CO₂ technologies (fuel characteristics, emission mitigation)

Projects outside civil aerospace, early-stage experimental work, or those with primarily defence or space applications are ineligible.

Funding

• Industrial Research: Up to 60% of eligible project costs, with a maximum of £18m per organisation. Rates vary by company size (70% small, 60% medium, 50% large).
• Research organisations (non-economic activity): Can claim up to 30% of total project costs, funded at 100% (for RTOs, charities, public bodies) or 80% (for Je-S registered academics).
• Capital Infrastructure Projects: Up to 50% of costs, capped at £18m per infrastructure project. Non-economic partners can claim 100% of their costs within set limits.

Assessment

EoIs are assessed by the ATI on eligibility, opportunity, and quality. If successful, applicants are invited to submit a Full Stage Application for consideration by the Department for Business and Trade.

How Inventya Can Help

At Inventya, we specialise in helping businesses unlock growth through innovation funding. For the ATI Programme, our expert team can:

• Assess your eligibility and advise on structuring collaborations.
• Position your project clearly against ATI’s Destination Zero strategy.
• Develop a compelling Expression of Interest that demonstrates technical excellence, opportunity, and impact.
• Support you through the transition to the full application stage if invited.

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