Do You want to maximise your export grants?

FEDERAL GRANTS ON HOLD

It has recently come to light that the Federal Government has placed a 'temporary pause' on new grants. It has been confirmed that the Commercialisation Australia program and the Clean Technology Investment Fund, among others, have been affected by the pause.

Swan... we are putting a pause on $2b worth of government grants.
We need a surplus!

While the programs are still open for application, no new grants are being written for the duration of the pause which has been described as a 'normal part of the budget process'. At this stage all background work such as preparation of guidelines and the assessment of applications is continuing as normal, but uncertainity remains regarding how long the pause will last and what will happen to the grants programs following the conclusion of the pause.

EXPORT MARKET DEVELOPMENT GRANT

EMDG is the financial initiative of Australian Government aiming to help and aid current and aspiring exporters.

Do you want to maximise your export grants?

Global and domestic economies are facing turbulent times. Europe’s sovereign debt crisis, the struggling US economy, Australian’s two speed economy and wavering business sentiment are just some of the challenges facing business today.

Australian businesses have historically demonstrated their resilience and resourcefulness during tough times. Initiatives such as EMDG are important tools in bolstering the current account and foster strong, sustainable growth.

The Export Market Development Grant:

• Provides a 50% rebate on eligible overseas marketing costs above $10,000 (minimum spend $20,000).

• Acts to encourage Australian exporters to seek out and develop overseas markets. These markets include goods and specified services and industrial property rights which are substantially of Australian origin.

• Has a maximum grant payable of $150,000 per annum for a maximum of 7 years.

We at BSI believe that there is no better time than now for exporters to plan their activities and to establish or increase their overseas market share.

If you wish to know more please contact us and we will be happy to arrange a meeting for an obligation free initial eligibility assessment.

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