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Defence Innovation Loans

Funds mature defence innovation in the United Kingdom through below-market loans for small and medium enterprises scaling new technologies.

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Defence Innovation Loans offer repayable below-market-rate finance for UK SMEs with defence innovations at TRL 6 or above who need capital to reach full commercialisation. Loans are co-delivered by UK Defence Innovation (UKDI/DASA) for innovation assessment and Innovate UK Loans Ltd for credit evaluation and loan administration.

The program is currently paused while a new improved service is deve…

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

Last verified: 31 May 2026Source: www.gov.uk