Let’s fund your innovation
Got an idea worth building? The New to R&D Grant is designed to fund up to $400k of early-stage innovation. We can help you secure this funding and even build the technology it supports.
Great ideas deserve backing
Too many businesses miss out on generous R&D funding. Some don’t realise they qualify. Others don’t have the time or technical expertise to prepare a strong application. And many lack the technology partner needed to actually deliver the project.
That’s where Nero Motion comes in. We help businesses apply for a R&D grant – and then build the innovation that funding makes possible.
Key benefits for your business
Administered through MBIE, the New to R&D Grant supports New Zealand businesses starting their research and development journey.
The government grant can fund up to 40% of eligible R&D costs over two years, up to a maximum of $400k.
- Kickstart your first R&D project
- Build long-term innovation capability
- Position your business for future support like the R&D Tax Incentive
Does your business qualify?
If you're building something new or solving a complex technical challenge, your project may qualify for the New to R&D Grant.
Download our guide to learn how it all works – eligibility criteria, common application mistakes, and more.
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How Nero Motion can help you
Most grant consultants stop at the application. We’re one step ahead.
Nero Motion combines grant expertise and technical delivery, helping businesses move from idea to funding, to execution.
Our Process
Eligibility & project scoping
We assess whether your project fits the New to R&D Grant criteria and how to best present it.
Application preparation
We help structure the grant application, complete with all documentation and technical descriptions.
Product development
If funding is approved, we become your technology partner – building the tech your project requires.
Projects we can support
Custom software plastforms
AI and machine learning tools
Automation systems
Data and analytics platforms
Geospatial or mapping technologies
Hardware-software integrations