List of Schemes and Opportunities:
Scheme: GAL Majjistral Open Calls
Measure 1: RESTORATION OF ASSETS AND SITES OF ARTISTIC AND CULTURAL VALUE
The general aim of this measure is to invest in the cultural and historical heritage of the territory to develop the touristic product of the area. The purpose is to support the one-time restoration of small-scale sites and objects of artistic, cultural and historical importance to develop opportunities for educational and tourism activities.
The specific objective of this measure is to, by the end of the applicable programming period, improve the economic and environmental performance of the LAG territory through projects resulting in the restoration of artefacts and small-scale sites that have a historical and cultural link to the territory, as well as proven tourism potential and educational value.
Measure 2: STRENGTHENING A HEALTHY CULTURAL IDENTITY
The overall objective of this measure is to strengthen a healthy cultural identity in the rural community and to improve the quality of life of people living in rural areas by providing
improved and easier access to high-quality cultural and social activities as a means for personal development, expression, and entertainment.
The specific objective is, by the end of the applicable programming period, to improve the social performance of the Majjistral Region through actions leading resulting in improved/upgraded cultural activities and/or development of new activities and in increased participation to the cultural activities.
Measure 3: PROMOTION OF THE CULTURAL HERITAGE
The scope of this measure is to invest in the marketing and promotion of the unique cultural and natural heritage of the rural areas to continue to develop the tourism product.
The specific objective of this measure is, by the end of the applicable programming period, to improve the economic performance of the Majjistral Region through the implementation of projects in cultural and eco-tourism marketing and promotion.
Measure 4: DEVELOPMENT OF GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
The general aim of this measure is to invest in green infrastructure of the Majjistral territory as a means to develop the touristic product of the area. The purpose is to support the development of green infrastructure within the territory through the management and protection of biodiversity in rural areas and embellishment of open spaces.
The specific objective of this measure, by the end of the applicable programming period, is to improve the environment performance and quality of life of communities through the development/ improvement of green infrastructure in projects leading to the enhancement and greening of open spaces within the territory which are freely accessible to the public.
Intended Beneficiaries: Entities in Northwest rural areas in Malta
Maximum Funding Allowed:
Measure 1 - €65,241.77
Measure 2 - €69,020.19
Measure 3 - €13,123.64
Measure 4 - €92,495.06
Measure 1 capping: Actions for the restoration of one small- scale site shall be capped at a total eligible capping of 40,000 EUR whilst actions for the restoration of two or more sites shall be capped at a total eligible cost of 80,000 EUR; actions for the restoration of objects shall not exceed a total eligible cost of 20,000 EUR whilst actions for the restoration of multiple artefacts (3 or more objects) which by themselves form a historic/cultural trail, shall be capped at a total eligible cost of 50,000 EUR.
Measure 2 capping: €60,000 for major investment, which includes major infrastructural works; €20,000 for smaller scale investments; and €10,000 for events
Measure 3 capping: Individual actions shall be capped at 10,000 EUR for stand-alone/isolated operations, and at 18,000 EUR for actions involving joint collaboration which may result in tours and trails involving at least 2 different actors.
Measure 4 capping: The total allocated funds for this call is set at €92,495.06 even if the maximum grant support for each project is capped at €100,000.
Application Status: Currently open
Relevant Authority: Manager at the Majjistral Action Group Foundation
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Scheme: Research and Development
Supporting research and development (R&D) projects that tackle scientific or technological uncertainties. The goal is to generate knowledge that can lead to innovative products and solutions with potential rewards in the form of cash grants or tax credits based on project start dates.
Intended Beneficiaries:
Limited liability companies, partnerships, and cooperatives
Maximum Funding Allowed: Industrial Research: €35 million
Experimental Research: €25 million
Application Status: To be released
Application Deadline: 30th September 2026
Relevant Authority: Malta Enterprise
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Email: matthew.zammit@europarl.europa.eu
Scheme: Exploring Research Grant
Introduction: which is pre-R&D related to Feasibility Studies to identify the technical, operational and commercial risks and potential linked to the project, establish what resources are required to implement the project and what is already available and accessible.
Intended Beneficiaries:
Limited liability companies, partnerships, and cooperatives
Maximum Funding Allowed: €100,000
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: 30th October 2026
Relevant Authority: Malta Enterprise
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Scheme: Patent Box Reduction
Introduction: It is a fiscal scheme for income arising from patents, IP rights and copyrighted software.
Intended Beneficiaries:
Individuals/Companies that generate income from patents, intellectual property (IP) rights and copyrighted software.
Maximum Funding Allowed: N/A
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: N/A
Relevant Authority: Malta Enterprise
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Scheme: Innovate - Innovation Aid for SMEs
Introduction: This program enables small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to undertake projects aimed at enhancing innovation. SMEs gain access to highly qualified personnel, advisory services, and collaborations with research organizations.
Intended Beneficiaries: Small or medium-sized enterprises.
Maximum Funding Allowed: Grant covering up to 50% of costs, capped at €250,000
Application Status: To be released
Application Deadline: 30th October 2026
Relevant Authority: Malta Enterprise
Contacts
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Scheme: Digitalise your Business Scheme
Introduction: This incentive seeks to assist Enterprises through non- repayable Grants to part-finance investment to digitalise their operations, and hence improve their resilience, efficiency, productivity and customer experience
Intended Beneficiaries: Enterprises
Maximum Funding Allowed: €120,000 + an additional 7% flat rate
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadlines:
August 16th, 2024
August 30th, 2024
September 13th, 2024
September 30th, 2024
October 18th, 2024
October 31st, 2024
November 15th, 2024
November 29th, 2024
December 31st, 2024
Relevant Authority: Measures and Support Division
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information:
Scheme: Digitalise your Micro Business
Introduction: This incentive seeks to assist Enterprises through non- repayable Grants to part-finance investment to digitalise their operations, and hence improve their resilience, efficiency, productivity and customer experience
Intended Beneficiaries: Micro Businesses
Maximum Funding Allowed: €10,000 per digitalisation investment.
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadlines: Monthly deadlines till 31st December 2024
Relevant Authority: Measures and Support Division
Contacts
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information
Scheme: Business Development
Introduction: The Business Development Scheme aims to facilitate value-added projects, including new business initiatives, start-up, expansions and transformation activities that contribute to the regional development of Malta.
Intended Beneficiaries:
Enterprises that contribute or plan to contribute to the economic development, environment and sustainability targets of the Maltese government
Maximum Funding Allowed: €300,000 per Single Undertaking over 3 years covering up to 75% of eligible costs.
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: 30th September 2026
Relevant Authority: Malta Enterprise
Contacts
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information:
https://maltaenterprise.com/sites/default/files/Business%20 Development%20-%20Incentive%20Guideline
s%20%20-%20Version%201.0.pdf
Scheme: Business Reports for SMEs
Introduction: This Grant Scheme seeks to support SMEs through the provision of non-repayable Grants in the form of a lump sum to part- finance a business report procured from external Consultancy Service Providers which are registered with the IB and which are autonomous and unrelated to the Beneficiary Undertaking.
Intended Beneficiaries:
A micro, small or medium-Sized Enterprise or self-employed having no more than 250 staff headcount with a turnover of not more than €50 million or a balance sheet total of not more than €43 million.
Maximum Funding Allowed: LUMP SUM OF €4,000 (REPRESENTING AN AID INTENSITY OF 80% OF
THE ELIGIBLE COSTS)
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: Monthly deadlines till 31st December 2024
Relevant Authority: Measures and Support Division
Contacts
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Scheme: Feasibility Studies
Introduction: The Feasibility Study scheme seeks to help enterprises with the cost of researching their proposed business or new business idea to see if it could be viable and sustainable.
Intended Beneficiaries:
A micro, small or medium-Sized Enterprise or self-employed having no more than 250 staff headcount with a turnover of not more than €50 million or a balance sheet total of not more than €43 million.
Maximum Funding Allowed: €100,000 PER UNDERTAKING.
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: Monthly deadlines till 31st December 2024
Relevant Authority: Measures and Support Division
Contacts
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information
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Scheme: Start Up Enhance
Introduction: This incentive seeks to support Start-ups through non-repayable Grants to part-finance investments in tangible and intangible assets contributing to potentially improve the productivity of the enterprise.
Intended Beneficiaries:
A micro, small or medium-Sized Enterprise or self-employed having no more than 250 staff headcount with a turnover of not more than €50 million or a balance sheet total of not more than €43 million.
Maximum Funding Allowed: Maximum grant capped at €400,000
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: Monthly deadlines till 31st December 2024
Relevant Authority: Measures and Support Division
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information
FONDI.eu | Start-Up Enhance - FONDI.eu
Scheme: SME Enhance (GBER)
Introduction: This incentive seeks to support SMEs through non-repayable Grants to part-finance investment towards expansion, diversification, innovation of the operations and initial investment, aimed at potentially improving the productivity of the enterprise.
Intended Beneficiaries:
A micro, small or medium-Sized Enterprise or self-employed having no more than 250 staff headcount with a turnover of not more than €50 million or a balance sheet total of not more than €43 million.
Maximum Funding Allowed: MAXIMUM GRANT CAPPED AT €500,000
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: Monthly deadlines till 31st December 2024
Relevant Authority: Measures and Support Division
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information: FONDI.eu | SME Enhance (GBER) - FONDI.eu
Scheme: SME Enhance (de minimis)
Introduction: This incentive seeks to support SMEs through non-repayable Grants to part-finance investment towards expansion, diversification, innovation of the operations and initial investment, aimed at potentially improving the productivity of the enterprise.
Intended Beneficiaries
A micro, small or medium-Sized Enterprise or self-employed having no more than 250 staff headcount with a turnover of not more than €50 million or a balance sheet total of not more than €43 million.
Maximum Funding Allowed: MAXIMUM GRANT CAPPED AT €120,000 + AN ADDITIONAL FLAT RATE OF 7%
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: Monthly deadlines till 31st December 2024
Relevant Authority: Measures and Support Division
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information:
FONDI.eu | SME Enhance (de minimis) - FONDI.eu
Scheme: Traineeships - European Parliament
Intended Beneficiaries: Youth opportunity for experience
Application Status: Currently open
Application Deadline: Monthly deadlines till 31st December 2024
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Scheme: CAP SP I73.5.1 – On-Farm Productive Investments (for projects with a total cost of more than €30,000).
Introduction: The On-Farm Investment Intervention tied to on-farm productive investments aims to fund investment in agricultural holdings including, inter alia, best available techniques to address production, environmental and health issues including precision farming, modern pesticide management solutions, irrigation systems, detection of diseases in crops and livestock, farm waste management, focusing on the entire territory of Malta.
Intended Beneficiaries:
Farmers, whether natural or legal persons (including Group of Farmers such as, inter alia partnerships and cooperatives), who:
- Are registered as farmers on the Department of Agriculture database (IACS)
- Have a VAT Number
- Are registered (in the case of individuals) with Jobs Plus as Farmers
Maximum Funding Allowed: Projects over €30,000 are allowed; 50% funding
Application Status: OPEN
Application Deadline: 31st January 2025 and rolling call every two months
Relevant Authority: MANAGING AUTHORITY (CAP SP)
Contacts
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192
Further information
Scheme: CAP SP I75.1- Setting Up of Young Farmers.
Introduction: The intervention is designed to support young farmers by addressing significant barriers they face in starting or expanding agricultural ventures. It provides targeted financial support through a lump-sum payment of up to €100,000 per young farmer. This financial
support enables eligible young farmers to either establish new agricultural businesses or take over existing holdings, thereby helping them overcome initial challenges. The goal of this intervention is to create a more attractive, innovative, and efficient agricultural sector by making it easier for young farmers to enter and succeed in the agricultural sector.
Intended Beneficiaries: Support under this intervention is available to:
- A young farmer which for this intervention is someone that is under 41 years of age at the time of application.
- Individuals that have yet to set up as head of holding.
- Individuals that have already set up as head of holding in the last 4 year.
Maximum Funding Allowed: Up to €100,000 lump sum at 100%
Application Status: Open
Application Deadline: 31st March 2025
Relevant Authority: MANAGING AUTHORITY (CAP SP)
Contacts:
Office of MEP Peter Agius in Brussels
Telephone: +32 2 28 37192