TecSTEP FUND
Step Technology Fund is designed to attract strategic, innovative, and sustainable investments in Calabria.
The Fund has a total budget of €100 million and was created to support companies that want to invest in advanced digital technologies, deep tech, and high-efficiency clean technologies.
The STEP Technology Fund is part of the Calabria FESR-FSE Plus 2021-2027 regional programme.
The aim is to develop high-impact technologies, strengthen industrial supply chains, and create skilled jobs in Calabria.
The Fund is divided into two key actions:
- Action 1.6.1: €50 million for investments in digital and deep tech technologies.
- Action 2.1: €50 MILLION for clean and sustainable technologies
All companies are eligible:
- SMEs and large enterprises operating or intending to operate in Calabria
- which are economically sound, and
- that present innovative projects in the fields of technology, manufacturing, and advanced services.
The financial contribution, equal to 80% of the investment, provides for
- 50% subsidized loans at a fixed rate of 1% for up to ten years
- non-repayable grants of up to 30% of the investment
- and a 20% contribution from the company for projects between €750,000 and €15 million.
Applications will be evaluated in order of arrival. Companies can apply via the dedicated portal.
Step Technology Fund: A real opportunity to innovate, grow, and invest in Calabria.