Deadline: 15-Jul-2026
The Clean Maritime Demonstration Grant 7 offers UK-registered organisations funding to advance clean maritime technologies. With a total funding pool of £121 million, grants support deployment trials, pre-deployment trials, and feasibility studies aimed at decarbonising the maritime sector and achieving net zero targets.
What is the Clean Maritime Demonstration Grant 7?
The Clean Maritime Demonstration Grant 7 provides financial support to organisations developing innovative clean maritime technologies. The grant focuses on:
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Deployment trials to test technologies in operational environments
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Pre-deployment trials for technology readiness evaluation
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Feasibility studies to assess innovative concepts
The program is part of the UK SHORE initiative, designed to establish the UK as a global leader in clean maritime technology design and manufacturing. It also aims to accelerate the adoption of fuels and technologies required to decarbonise the maritime sector.
Who Can Apply?
Eligible applicants include UK-registered organisations such as:
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Businesses of any size leading a collaborative project
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Collaborators must also be UK-registered organisations
Important: Projects must be led by a UK-registered business and involve eligible collaborative partners.
Funding and Project Requirements
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Total funding available: £121 million
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Eligible project costs: £100,000 to £1 million
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Project duration: up to 12 months
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Project start date: by 1 April 2027
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Project end date: by 31 March 2028
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Projects must be executed within the UK and exploit results from the UK
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Project work can only begin after approval of the Grant Offer Letter from Innovate UK
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Start dates must always be the first of the month
Eligible Costs
Only costs directly related to the project and approved in the application are eligible. Projects lacking necessary approvals are ineligible and will not proceed to assessment.
Why It Matters
The grant helps organisations:
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Accelerate the development of clean maritime technologies
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Contribute to the decarbonisation of the maritime sector
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Support the UK’s global leadership in maritime innovation
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Demonstrate commercial and environmental impact through technology trials and feasibility studies
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Eligibility
Ensure your organisation is UK-registered and eligible to lead or collaborate on a clean maritime project.
Step 2: Prepare Project Proposal
Develop a detailed project plan, including deployment or pre-deployment trials, feasibility studies, budgets, timelines, and collaborative arrangements.
Step 3: Submit Application
Submit through Innovate UK, including all required documents and ensuring that all project costs are eligible.
Step 4: Approval and Grant Offer
Projects can start only after receiving a Grant Offer Letter from Innovate UK. Ensure project start dates are the first of the month and work is carried out in the UK.
Tips for Applicants
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Collaborate with other UK-registered organisations to strengthen applications
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Ensure project costs are fully eligible and well-documented
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Plan project timelines carefully to meet the April 2027 start date
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Demonstrate clear technology deployment or feasibility outcomes
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Ensure all required approvals are obtained before project initiation
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who can apply for the Clean Maritime Demonstration Grant 7? UK-registered businesses of any size leading collaborative projects with UK-registered partners.
2. What is the total funding available? Up to £121 million, subject to quality and number of applications.
3. What is the eligible project cost range? £100,000 to £1 million.
4. How long can projects last? Up to 12 months.
5. When must projects start and end? Start by 1 April 2027 and finish by 31 March 2028.
6. Where must project work take place? All project work must be conducted within the UK.
7. Can projects start before approval? No, work can only begin after the Grant Offer Letter is approved.
Conclusion
The Clean Maritime Demonstration Grant 7 provides UK-registered organisations with funding to develop, test, and deploy innovative clean maritime technologies, supporting the UK’s journey to net zero in the maritime sector. Eligible organisations can leverage this funding to conduct trials, feasibility studies, and collaborative projects that advance sustainable maritime innovation.
For more information, visit GOV.UK.
