GM Advance
Invests in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom advanced manufacturing and materials firms through subsidized finance for growth and relocation.
GM Advance is a £10 million investment fund established by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) to support advanced manufacturing and materials companies operating in, or planning to relocate to, Greater Manchester. The fund addresses a recognized gap in gateway financing for innovation and product development in the sector, offering a range of subsidised financial products designed to hel…
Advanced manufacturing and materials innovation for SMEs based in or relocating to Greater Manchester, supported through subsidised equity and grant financing products.
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