State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014)
The State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014) in the State of Bremen supports companies with eligible investments through loans and grants. It aims to promote economically and socio-economically sound projects, especially the creation and safeguarding of jobs and apprenticeships, as well as the improvement of environmental protection.
Who is funded
The State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014) is aimed at companies of various sizes and industries in the State of Bremen that are planning economically and socio-economically eligible investments. The goal is to strengthen the regional economic structure by creating and securing permanent jobs and apprenticeships, as well as promoting environmental protection measures.
What is funded
The State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014) supports a wide range of investment projects by companies, including the establishment, expansion, or diversification of business premises, as well as environmental protection measures. Non-investment-related consulting services for SMEs are also eligible for funding. The funding targets the acquisition and production of fixed assets, with certain costs and goods being excluded.
Type and Scope of Funding
The State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014) offers companies in the State of Bremen a flexible financing structure through investment loans, capital-related investment grants, and interest rate subsidies. The amount of funding varies depending on the project, company size, and investment location, with bonus funding also provided for the creation of jobs for women and apprenticeships.
Conditions and Requirements
For successful funding through the State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014), applicants must meet various conditions, including specific requirements for creating or securing jobs, compliance with legal frameworks, and special regulations for consortia or budgetary constraints. EU state aid rules and environmental regulations also play a role.
Application Process
The application process for the State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014) requires the submission of applications to the competent local authorities in Bremen or Bremerhaven, who conduct a preliminary review and obtain statements. The approval decision is made after a comprehensive review of eligibility and economic and socio-economic viability.
Legal Basis
The legal basis of the State Investment Promotion Program (LIP 2014) is a guideline from the Senator for Economy, Labour and Europe, which is supplemented by EU state aid law and national provisions such as the Joint Task "Improvement of Regional Economic Structure" (GRW). These documents define the funding conditions and mechanisms.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
2.500.000 €
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Bremen (Germany)
Sectors:
Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection
Beneficiaries:
Companies from crafts, trade, industry, the service sector, and other businesses.
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Infrastructure, Process Optimization, Product Development, Capacity Building, Planning, Scaling, Market Introduction
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Senator for Economy, Labour and Europe (State of Bremen), Federal Republic of Germany, European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
Managed By:
Bremer Aufbau-Bank GmbH, BIS Bremerhaven Society for Investment Promotion and Urban Development mbH