To provide funding support for individual non listed Hong Kong enterprises to undertake projects to develop brands, upgrade and restructure their business operations and promote sales in the Mainland and FTA/IPPA markets, so as to enhance their competitiveness and facilitate their business development in the Mainland and FTA/IPPA markets.
2012
General Application
Funding will be provided on a 1 (Government) : 3 (enterprise) matching ratio.
The maximum funding amount for each application up to HKD 800,000.
EASY BUD
Funding will be provided on a 1 (Government) : 3 (enterprise) matching ratio.
The maximum funding amount for each application up to HKD 100,000.
E-commerce Easy
Funding will be provided on a 1 (Government) : 3 (enterprise) matching ratio.
The maximum funding amount for each application up to HKD 800,000.
Maximum number of approved projects is 70 and the cumulative funding ceiling per enterprise is HK$7,000,000, which is the total cumulative funding ceiling of the Scheme (“General Application”, “Easy BUD” and “ E-commerce Easy”) per enterprise.
All non-listed enterprises registered in Hong Kong under the Business Registration Ordinance (Chapter 310) with substantive business operations in Hong Kong.
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The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) has been providing intellectual property-related services to support Hong Kong industries in developing high-end technology and innovations since around 1997, grouping our services under the Intellectual Property Services Centre (IPSC). Serving as a vital resource for local enterprises and the community engaged in innovation, research, and development, IPSC offers a wide range of Intellectual Property (IP) services, including IP searches, training, and strategic support, to empower businesses in protecting and managing their creative and technological advancements.
In support of Hong Kong’s ambition to become an international innovation and technology hub, HKPC is further enriching and refining our IP services, and we are rebranding our services as “IPedia.” As the name suggests, we aim to become the “encyclopedia” for “IP” in Hong Kong, signifying our dedication to being a comprehensive, accessible resource on IP for the innovation and technology sector and industries in Hong Kong.
Recently, HKPC has been successfully selected to establish a Technology and Innovation Support Centre (TISC) under the joint endorsement of CNIPA and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO). TISC is a significant project under the WIPO Development Agenda framework, aimed at assisting entities engaged in technological innovation to enhance their capabilities in technology information retrieval, quickly grasp industry trends and new technological information, and strengthen innovation and technologies (I&T).
IPedia has three focus service areas:
- Secretariat Services for the Patent Application Grant (PAG);
- The Technology and Innovation Support Centre (TISC) for Hong Kong (Establishment Institution); and
- Trademark and other Consultancy Services.
Each of our service areas is dedicated to providing support and resources, ensuring that Hong Kong remains at the forefront of innovation and intellectual property management.
IPedia’s mission is to assist local companies and inventors in capitalising on their intellectual works by leveraging IP services, thus fostering a robust environment for innovation and growth in the region.
To support and encourage local organisations and professional bodies to promote the logistics industry with the focus on modern and smart logistics through organisation of promotional projects.
2024
Maximum funding support for each promotional project under the Scheme may cover up to 100% of approved total estimated project expenditure.
Non-profit-distributing organisations, charitable professional bodies or non-government organisations in or related to the logistics sector in Hong Kong, such as professional bodies, trade and industry associations, research institutes or other industrial support organisations.
To encourage the adoption of technology by the logistics sector for enhancing efficiency and productivity.
2020
Max. two-thirds of the total approved project cost (cumulative ceiling per enterprise at HK$1 million).
Hong Kong non-listed enterprises registered in Hong Kong which provide third-party logistics services, related to inbound / outbound cargo.
To help the logistics sector to nurture more professional talents and to encourage in-service practitioners to equip themselves with up-to-date knowledge to support the industry in upgrading and transforming itself towards the direction of green and smart logistics.
2024
Eligible applicants may be refunded up to 80% of the course fees after satisfactory completion of a pre-approved course, subject to a funding cap of HK$30,000 per applicant.
In-service practitioners of the logistics sector: Already working in the logistics industry of Hong Kong; or
New joiners of logistics sector: Newly enter the logistics industry of Hong Kong within four months after completion of the courses.
To provide support for enterprises or local organisations for conducting research and application of innovation and technology with the objectives of enhancing commuting convenience, enhancing efficiency of the road network or road space, and improving driving safety.
2021
90% of the Estimated Project Cost for public sector.
70% of the Estimated Project Cost for applications submitted jointly by Applicants from corporate sector and Public Sector Research Institutions.
50% of the Estimated Project Cost for corporate sector.
Funding ceiling:
Research & application project up to HK$20 million per project;
pure research project up to HK$8 million.
Accept applications from companies, research institutions, professional bodies, trade associations, non-government organisations and applications submitted jointly by Applicants from corporate sector and Public Sector Research Institutions.
All year round
To promote the development of the Chinese medicine and Chinese medicine drug sectors; enhance the overall standard of industry; nurture talents and promote related research etc.
2019
Enterprise Support Programme (subject to funding scope)
Chinese Medicine Personal Training Funding Scheme (A1-1, A1-2, A1-3 Scheme): HK$60,000
Chinese Medicine Clinic Improvement Funding Scheme (A1-4 Scheme): HK$25,000
Proprietary Chinese Medicine Quality and Manufacturing System Enhancement Funding Scheme (A2 Scheme): HK$600,000
Proprietary Chinese Medicine Registration Supporting Scheme (A3 Scheme): HK$20,000
Chinese Medicine Warehouse Management, Logistics and Services Improvement Funding Scheme (A4 Scheme): HK$100,000
Industry Support Programme (subject to funding scope)
Chinese Medicine Industry Training Funding Scheme (B1-1 Scheme): HK$2,750,000
Chinese Medicine Promotion Funding Scheme (B1-2 Scheme): HK$750,000
Chinese Medicine Applied Studies and Research Funding Scheme (B2 Scheme): HK$2,000,000
Registered and listed Chinese medicine practitioners, Chinese medicine related healthcare professionals, Chinese medicine clinics, manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers of Chinese herbal medicine, universities, higher education institutions, trade associations, institutions and professional bodies related to the sector.
2008
Up to HK$650,000 (subject to funding scope).
Hong Kong companies with factories belonging to eight targeted industries: chemical products, food and beverage, furniture, metal and metal products, non-metallic mineral products, printing and publishing, paper and paper products, textiles.
To provide funding support for consultants, contractors and sub-contractors to adopt innovative technologies and eligible educational institutes, trade associations and organisations to provide training programmes related to construction technology.
2018
Up to HK$7.5 million per applicant for BIM and Advanced Construction Technologies (ACT) and HK$2 million per technology.
For technology adoption category, consultants, contractors and sub-contractors on the eligibility list in the CITF Guide to Application.
For manpower development category, local Hong Kong higher education institutions, professional institutions, trade associations, unions, quasi-governmental or statutory organisations.
CCMF consists of 4 sub-programmes that are designed to distribute resources among different target groups to achieve its objectives of supporting high potential digital tech projects and early-stage start-ups to validate market needs and accelerate their development. For details, please refer to the respective sub-programme's webpages.
The 4 sub-programmes include:
(1) Professional Programme (PP)
(2) Hong Kong Young Entrepreneur Programme (HKYEP)
(3) Cyberport Greater Bay Area Young Entrepreneurship Programme (Cyberport GBA YEP)
(4) Cyberport University Partnership Programme (CUPP)
Up to HKD 600,000 including HK$100,000 cash grant and access to Cyberport’s extensive resources and support
All sub-programmes can be applied under individual or company.
To support entrepreneurs and start-ups with resources that aim to accelerate their growth
Up to HKD1.2 million including financial assistance, on-site rental subsidy and other support
Locally registered digital tech companies limited by shares (or in the progress of incorporation) and the date of incorporation must be less than 7 years upon application deadline
Subsidises SMEs in Food & Beverage and Retail industries in applying the ready-to-use basic digital solutions so as to expedite the digital transformation of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
2023
Up to HK$50,000 for each eligible SME.
SMEs in Food & Beverage and Retail industries
Remark:
For details of the requirement, please visit the website of the Programme (https://dtspp.cyberport.hk/)
To support downstream research and development activity with focuses on commercial application and viability of project deliverables.
2015
Funding of up to $10 million per approved project will be provided on a dollar-for-dollar matching basis.
Companies should:
(a) incorporated in Hong Kong;
(b) has a current business registration certificate;
(c) not being a government subvented organisation; and
(d) not being a subsidiary of any government subvented organisation
To provide funding support to non-profit making eligible local organisations for implementing education, research and other projects and activities in relation to environmental and conservation matters with a view to encourage citizens to practice green and low-carbon life, care for the environment and conserve natural ecology, especially in making changes in personal behaviour and lifestyle to achieve sustainable development.
1994
No funding cap (excepts some project types)
Non-profit making eligible local organisations such as community and trade associations, green groups, schools, tertiary institutions, etc.
To provide better and more focused funding support to research and development projects (e.g. projects in the areas of net-zero electricity generation, energy saving and green buildings, green transport, and waste reduction) that can help Hong Kong decarbonise and enhance environmental protection.
2020
Designated local public research institutes and R&D centres: HK$2.5 million - HK$30 million.
Local companies: HK$2.5 million - HK$20 million on a 2 ：1 (GTF : Company) matching basis.
(i) Designated local public research institutes;
(ii) R&D centres designated by the Innovation and Technology Fund; and
(iii) Local companies*
*Referring to companies that are incorporated in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance (Cap.622); registered in Hong Kong under the Business Registration Ordinance (Cap.310); and not a government subvented organisation nor its subsidiary
HKSTP IDEATION Programme is a year-long startup support programme for tech-focused entrepreneurs.
Through the programme, participants will learn the fundamental skills needed to kickstart their business idea. We will provide all-round support for startups, from designing business model to finding investment. We will guide participants every step of the way, fine-tuning their ideas for technical development. We will also provide mentors for business advice and networking opportunities for them to connect, grow, and navigate their entrepreneurial journey.
Up to HK$100,000 seed funding
• Have an innovative idea supported by R&D and business planning AND
• Are an HKID holder aged 18 and above, OR
• Have a limited company incorporated in Hong Kong for less than 2 years by the application start date, OR
• Have a team (must incorporate a limited company in Hong Kong before the programme starts)
HKSTP’s Incubation programme helps technology startups develop their first solutions from early stage technical builds, market exploration and business development. This 3-year programme offers comprehensive services including funding and R&D support, mentorship, investor matching and more.
Up to HK$1.29 million funding support to cover technology and business development expenses
• A Hong Kong tech based limited company, established within 5 years of the programme application submission date
• At least 2 full time staff working on site and not less than 50% of the team shall be R&D related
• The founding team holds at least 51% of the company shares collectively
• The company has a prototype or MVP which is being market validated in principle
The HKSTP Incu-Bio Programme is the most ideal platform to provide our startups the best business support, investment opportunities, connections to our biomedical ecosystem, lab facilities and financial aid to bring their ideas to fruition.
Up to HK$6 million funding support, consisting of HK$4 million financial subsidy and upfront grant, HK$2 million funding to cover regulatory activities such as clinical trials.
• A Hong Kong registered and incorporated company
• Focused on diagnostic, therapeutic, medical device or other biomedical areas
• Developing original and innovative technologies that have potential for commercialisation
• Incorporated no more than 2 years ago
• Not already participating in any incubation programmes hosted by HKSTP, Cyberport or the Hong Kong Design Centre
To subsidize the transport trades and charitable/non-profit organisations to test and promote the wider use of green and innovative transport technologies, so as to help improve air quality and facilitate Hong Kong attain carbon neutrality by 2050.
2011
$12 million for each applicant and its related companies; $10 million for each application.
(For new energy products, $3 million per vehicle and $10 million per vessel; for vehicle retrofitting, $1.5 million per after-treatment or fuel saving device or conventional vehicle conversion; for vessel retrofitting, $3 million per engine or propulsion device)
Existing transport operators based in Hong Kong(including cross-boundary transport)
Subsidise local enterprises to train their staff in advanced technologies.
2018
$500,000 for each enterprise in each financial year.
Course providers applying for public course registration are required to have two or more years of relevant experience in the provision of technology training and supported by documents.
An enterprise applying for training grant under the RTTP should fulfill the following requirements:
1. registered in Hong Kong under the Business Registration Ordinance (Cap. 310); and
2. must be a non-government and non-subvented organisation.
The employee nominated must be a Hong Kong permanent resident under full-time employment of the company with the necessary background/experience relevant to the advanced technology of the training course.
To provide funding support to encourage local companies and inventors to capitalise their intellectual work through patent registration.
1998
Up to HK$250,000.
Companies registered in Hong Kong, Hong Kong permanent residents and Hong Kong residents permitted to remain in Hong Kong for not less than 7 years.
To provide funding support for production of prototypes/samples and/or conducting of trials in the public sector by incubatees and graduate tenants of HKSTPC and Cyberport.
2016
$1 million per trial project.
Incubatees and graduate tenants of HKSTPC and Cyberport.
To provide funding support for production of prototypes/samples and/or conducting of trials in the public sector by technology companies conducting R&D activities in Hong Kong.
2020
$1 million per trial project.
Ａ technology company incorporated or registered in Hong Kong which is conducting R&D activities in Hong Kong. The technology company must not be a government subvented organisation or a subsidiary of any government subvented organisation. The R&D outcomes for trial need to be owned by the applicant company and developed by the applicant company primarily in Hong Kong and should align with its business plans.
To promote the recovery and recycling of waste by facilitating the upgrading of the operational capabilities and efficiency of the recycling industry for sustainable development.
2015
Enterprise: max. 50% of the total approved project cost (cumulative ceiling per enterprise at HK$15 million).
Organisation: up to HK$15 million.
All enterprises registered in Hong Kong with substantive business operations locally and involving in recycling related operation with a proven track record for at least 1 year.
Non-profit-distributing organisations operating as supporting organisations, trade and industrial organisations, professional bodies or research institutes.
SADF is designed to support practical, application-oriented projects, schemes or research work that would help farmers enhance their productivity and output, as well as contribute to fostering the sustainable development and enhancing the overall competitiveness of the agricultural industry.
2016
No preset level of maximum funding
(a) where applications are made by legal entities, the entity concerned should be a company incorporated in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622) and has a close connection with Hong Kong or a body corporate incorporated in Hong Kong under other Ordinances of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, including local registered agricultural co-operatives, non-profit-making agricultural organisations and non-governmental organisations. The applicants must demonstrate a close connection with the agricultural industry; and
(b) academic and research institutions in Hong Kong.
To help the local fishing community move towards sustainable or high value-added operations so that the trade can enhance its overall competitiveness and cope with new challenges.
2014
No preset level of maximum funding
(a) A company incorporated in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622) and has a close connection with Hong Kong or a body corporate incorporated in Hong Kong under other Ordinances of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, including local registered fisheries co-operatives, non-profit-making fisheries organisations, nongovernmental organisations. The applicants must demonstrate a close connection with the fisheries industry in Hong Kong; and
(b) Academic and research institutions in Hong Kong
To nurture and bring together more technology talents and encourage them to pursue a career in innovation and scientific research.
2020
An applicant company can engage up to 4 research talents at any one time. The total engagement period for an applicant company under the RTH-SPC and the RTH-TC should be no more than 144 months.
The maximum monthly salary allowance is HK$20,000 for research talents with a bachelor degree, HK$23,000 for those with a master degree, and HK$35,000 for those with a doctoral degree.
An additional monthly living allowance of $10,000 will be provided to research talents participating in the RTH-SPC with doctoral degrees.
The maximum engagement period for each research talent under the Research Talent Hub is 36 months in general.
Incubatees and I&T tenants of HKSTPC and Cyberport
The concerned research talent possesses a bachelor, master or doctoral degree awarded by either a local university or a well-recognised non-local institution, or jointly awarded by a local university together with a non-local university. The degree obtained should be in a science, technology, engineering and mathematics ("STEM") related discipline.
Incubatees and I&T tenants of the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTPC) and the Cyberport should apply under the Research Talent Hub for Incubatees and Tenants of HKSTPC and the Cyberport (RTH-SPC)
To provide funding support for technology companies conducting or planning to conduct R&D activities in Hong Kong to engage research talents to conduct R&D work.
2020
An applicant company can engage up to 4 research talents at any one time. The total engagement period for an applicant company under the Research Talent Hub for Incubatees and I&T Tenants of the HKSTPC and the Cyberport (RTH-SPC) and the Research Talent Hub for Technology Companies Conducting R&D Activities in Hong Kong (RTH-TC) should be no more than 144 months.
The maximum monthly salary allowance is HK$20,000 for research talents with a bachelor degree, HK$23,000 for those with a master degree, and HK$35,000 for those with a doctoral degree.
An additional monthly living allowance of HK$10,000 will be provided to research talents participating in the RTH-TC with doctoral degrees.
The maximum engagement period for each research talent under the Research Talent Hub is 36 months in general.
Companies registered in Hong Kong under the Business Registration Ordinance (Cap.310) or incorporated in Hong Kong under the Companies Ordinance (Cap.622) and is conducting/planning to conduct R&D activities in Hong Kong.
The concerned research talent possesses a bachelor, master or doctoral degree awarded by either a local university or a well-recognised non-local institution, or jointly awarded by a local university together with a non-local university. The degree obtained should be in a science, technology, engineering and mathematics ("STEM") related discipline.
To provide funding support to non-listed Hong Kong enterprises for participation in promotion activities to expand markets.
2001
HK$100,000 (cumulative funding ceiling per enterprise at HK$1,000,000).
Non-listed enterprises registered in Hong Kong under the Business Registration Ordinance (Chapter 310) with substantive business operations in Hong Kong.
To provide funding support for non-profit-distributing organisations (such as trade and industrial organisations, professional bodies and research institutes) to implement projects which aim at enhancing the competitiveness of non-listed Hong Kong enterprises in general or in specific sectors.
2018
HK$5 million or 90% of the total approved project expenditure, whichever is the less.
Non-profit-distributing organisations, which shall either be statutory organisations or organisations registered under the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
To subsidise local non-listed enterprises and organisations on the use of technological services and solutions to improve productivity, upgrade or transform their business processes, in order to enhance their long-term competitiveness.
2016
Maximum funding amount is 75% of the total approved project cost (cumulative ceiling per enterprise / organisation at $600,000)
All non-listed companies / organisations / statutory bodies registered in Hong Kong with substantive business operation in Hong Kong and not a government subvented organisation.
