Innovasjonsprosjekt i næringslivet: Energi og transport 2026

This scheme supports industrial research and experimental development projects aimed at "fremme forskningsdrevet innovasjon og demonstrasjon av ny teknologi som vil styrke norsk konkurransekraft og bidra til omstilling" (promoting research-driven innovation and demonstration of new technology that will strengthen Norwegian competitiveness and contribute to transition) within four thematic areas: clean energy, petroleum, maritime, and transport.

Eligible applicants are businesses ("næringsliv") registered in the Norwegian business register with economic activity in Norway. Each project must involve collaboration with at least one Norwegian business partner or engagement of an R&D supplier. Sole proprietorships may not be project responsible but may participate as partners.

The total available budget is 526,611,000 kroner distributed across four areas: up to 230 million kroner for clean energy, up to 107 million for petroleum, up to 135 million for maritime, and up to 55 million for transport. Maximum support per project is 20 million kroner (clean energy, petroleum, maritime) or 10 million kroner (transport). Financing covers up to 50% of costs for industrial research; for experimental development the rate varies by firm size: 45% (small), 35% (medium), or 25% (large). The scheme is a "tilskudd" (grant). Intake is "løpende" (rolling/continuous).

The scheme code printed on the page is GBER XX/2026/R&D&I. The page was last updated 30 April 2026.