Wexford start up companies can avail of new funding

WEXFORD start up companies are urged to apply for Enterprise Ireland’s Competitive Start Fund.

The fun opens to all applicants on Tuesday, January 23 and will provide up to €50,000 in equity funding for up to 15 successful applicants. The fund closes to applications at 3pm on Tuesday, February 6.

The purpose of the Competitive Start Fund is to accelerate the growth of startup companies that have the capability to succeed in global markets. The fund is designed to enable those companies reach key commercial and technical milestones, including evaluating overseas market opportunities, building prototypes, developing market entry plans and securing third party investment.

Applications from individuals, early stage companies or prospective businesses active in the manufacturing and internationally traded services sectors, particularly within ICT, are invited. The following subsectors are included: Internet, games, apps, mobile, SaaS, cloud computing, enterprise software, lifesciences, cleantech and industrial products.

In addition to written online applications, companies will be asked to prepare an online video pitch. Full details on the All Sectors Competitive Start Fund, including the application form and eligibility criteria, can be accessed on the Enterprise Ireland website: www. enterprise-ireland.com/CSFAllSectors,