MANTRA project, European funded project, offers grants of up to €50,000, along with training, mentoring, and innovation support, to help SMEs navigate their digital and sustainable transformation. 

The project encourages collaboration between traditional SMEs and technologically advanced SMEs, promoting connection and social innovation as key drivers.

MANTRA’s Open Call for Manufacturing SMEs: Opening: 16 June 2025 / Deadline: 15 September 2025

 Open Call for Traditional SMEs & Tech-Savvy Providers

• Traditional SMEs  in food, ceramics, plastics, textile, metal, and machinery: up to €50,000, mentoring, and tech matchmaking

• Tech‑Savvy Providers — SMEs with innovative technologies—including advanced manufacturing, innovative materials, artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, big data, blockchain, cloud computing, connectivity, biotechnology, Internet of Things, microelectronics, nanotechnology, photonics, robotics, and security — to apply as service providers on our MANTRA platform. 
• Beyond offering cascade funding opportunities, we’re creating a Community of SMEs , extending the invitation to manufacturing-focused SMEs across Europe to become part of our platform.
•  Your involvement can be a key driver in accelerating collaboration, innovation, and growth within this ecosystem—pioneering the future of manufacturing innovation across Europe.

 Applications can be made directly on the website https://mantra-project.eu/

Or if you require more information email miriam@dublinchamber.ie