Global Innovation Linkages (GIL) programme launched

Last week, the Minister for Industry, Innovation and Science, the Hon Greg Hunt MP announced the launch of the $18 million Global Innovation Linkages (GIL) programme, an initiative under the National Innovation and Science Agenda (NISA).

Grants of up to AU$1 million (exclusive of GST) per project will be provided over a maximum of four years. The programme will support a small number of projects to assist Australian businesses and researchers to collaborate with global partners on projects with a strategic focus and leading-edge research and development. 

Applications are open from 8 August 2016 to 20 October 2016.

A series of nation-wide GIL information sessions designed for Australian businesses and researchers will be held between 22 August – 12 September 2016. Places are limited so bookings are essential. Please register for an information session online. Once you have registered, an electronic pack of pertinent documents will be provided to you ahead of your chosen information session.

The GIL fact sheet is attached here for your information. The programme guidelines and the online application form are available on www.business.gov.au/GIL.