ATI Strategic Programme 2026

About

The ATI Strategic Programme offers substantial funding for innovative aerospace projects, encouraging collaboration among UK-registered organizations to drive technological advancements and strengthen the UK aerospace supply chain.

Benefits

• 💰Grant funding — Up to £18 million available per project
• 📈High funding ratio — 60% funding for industrial research projects
• 🛠️ Support for capital infrastructure — Up to 100% funding for non-economic activities
• 🌐Strengthening UK supply chain — Projects must demonstrate commercial viability and market need

Eligibility Criteria

• UK-registered organizations of any size
• Collaborative applications encouraged
• Projects must align with the UK aerospace technology strategy
• Lead organization must carry out work in the UK
• Academic organizations cannot lead on industrial research projects

Participation Commitments

• ⏳ Two-stage application process — Outline Stage followed by Full Stage Application
• 📅 Presentation to panel required for Outline Stage
• 📜 Sign ATI Framework Agreement
• 🏢 Project work must be conducted in the UK

Target Region

United Kingdom

Target Sector

Aerospace technology and research