Innovative Manufacturing Adoption Fund (IMAF) - Stage 1

The IMAF will support NSW manufacturers to investigate advanced manufacturing technology adoption and build a pathway to improved productivity, competitiveness and growth.

Stage 1 supports manufacturers to engage an external consultant or manufacturing service provider to investigate adoption of one of the following Target Technologies:

•  Additive manufacturing 
• Precision machining 
• Electronics and mechatronics manufacturing
• Advanced materials and processing 
• Robotics and automation 
• Digital manufacturing and industry 4.0 capabilities
• Advanced quality and inspection systems.

Eligible activities include:

• Feasibility studies and business case development
• Pilot projects, prototyping and process testing
• Assessment of new equipment, software or systems
• Certification and compliance requirements.

Grants are available between $10,000 and $50,000. Funding must be matched with a minimum 50% co-contribution.

The total grant funding pool for Stage 1 is $1 million.

Applicants must hold an ABN, be registered for GST and:

• Be headquartered in NSW
• Have a minimum turnover of $1 million in each of the two financial years before applying
• Have between 10 and 100 full-time equivalent employees
• Operate a manufacturing facility in NSW.

Stage 1 applications close 6 October 2026 but will be assessed on a ‘first in’ basis.