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GM Advance — Advanced Manufacturing and Materials Investment Fund

Offers finance tools for Greater Manchester advanced manufacturing and materials companies to support growth and expansion.

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GM Advance is a 10m-pound investment fund from Greater Manchester Combined Authority for advanced manufacturing and materials companies. It sits inside the Greater Manchester Investment Zone, which is backed by 160m pounds over 10 years for the sector.

The fund uses subsidised financial products rather than a single grant format, with a general application track and a dedicated Micro Equity progr

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Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: www.greatermanchester-ca.gov.uk