DDEC Innovative PyMEs
Offers up to $200,000 to Puerto Rico-based SMEs and startups investing in science- and technology-based innovation.
DDEC Innovative PyMEs is listed by Puerto Rico’s Department of Economic Development and Commerce for small and midsize enterprises and startups that invest in science- and technology-based innovation. The programme offers up to $200,000 to help qualifying businesses begin or scale operations toward commercialisation and export.
Eligible businesses must be established and maintain operations in Pu…
Science and technology-based products: operating, expanding, commercializing, or exporting.
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