[Up to 100 Million Yen, All Industries Eligible, New Entrants Welcome] Support for Development of Space Products, etc.

The Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, TOKYO (SMR) (Head Office: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Chairman: Mitsutomo Taruo) has begun accepting applications for the "Fiscal Year 2026 Aerospace Industry Entry Support Project (Subsidies for Development Costs of Space Products, etc.)" to support Tokyo-based SMEs and startups in gaining business opportunities in the space industry, a growth sector with anticipated future market expansion. The application period for submission of application documents is from June 25 (Thu) to August 14 (Fri), 5:00 PM.

[What are Subsidies for Development Costs of Space Products, etc.?]

The space industry is an aggregation of cutting-edge technologies, and its related technological fields are diverse. Therefore, technological development for the space industry is expected to have a significant ripple effect and application to other industries.

The government has set a goal to expand the market size of Japan's space industry from 4 trillion yen in 2020 to 8 trillion yen in the early 2030s. Such growth industries present a significant opportunity for SMEs and startups in Tokyo to enter.

The Subsidies for Development Costs of Space Products, etc. is a project that supports Tokyo-based SMEs in gaining business opportunities in the space industry by subsidizing a portion of the costs incurred for the development and improvement of equipment, software, and solutions themed around the "space industry."

[Key Points]

● New entrants welcome, all industries eligible This subsidy program, newly launched last fiscal year, is open for applications again this year. All industries and business types are welcome. Applications for new development and improvement development are both accepted. Applications from prospective entrepreneurs are also accepted.

● Diverse projects themed around the "space industry" are eligible Support is provided for a wide range of projects themed around the "space industry," from the development of equipment and software such as exploration probes and improvements to satellite control software, to the development of services that utilize satellite data.

● Subsidies of up to 100 million yen, with a subsidy rate of 2/3 A wide range of expenses are eligible for subsidies, including raw material costs, outsourcing costs, direct labor costs, and advertising costs. If you choose "Equipment Development Subsidies," support will be provided with a maximum subsidy limit of 100 million yen.

[Eligible Development Themes]

This subsidy program consists of "Equipment Development Subsidies" for the development of equipment and software related to the space industry, and "Solution Development Subsidies" for the development of data utilization services related to the space industry.

1. Equipment Development Subsidies Development and improvement of rockets, artificial satellites, probes, ground facilities, and related equipment. * Includes R&D of systems directly related to the performance of equipment, such as software for control and operation. * Includes R&D of peripheral products and technologies such as components and materials for each piece of equipment and system. <Development Examples> - Development and improvement of ground communication equipment and ground station improvement technology - Development of a small lunar exploration probe - Development of satellite thrusters - Development of software for satellite control

2. Solution Development Subsidies Development and improvement of data utilization services such as "communication, observation, and positioning by artificial satellites." <Development Examples> - Agriculture and environmental monitoring utilizing satellite data - Disaster prediction services utilizing satellite data - Satellite data analysis services

[Overview]

◆ Eligible Applicants - Small and medium-sized enterprises (companies and sole proprietors) etc. that conduct substantial business activities at their head office or branch office in Tokyo. - Individuals who are concretely planning to start a business in Tokyo (prospective entrepreneurs).

◆ Eligible Expenses Raw materials and subsidiary materials / Machinery, equipment, tools, and instruments / Outsourcing costs / Expert guidance fees / Industrial property rights application and acquisition fees / Direct labor costs / Exhibition costs for trade shows, etc. / Advertising costs

◆ Eligible Themes This subsidy program consists of "Equipment Development Subsidies" and "Solution Development Subsidies," and you will select one at the time of application. The subsidy details for each are as follows.

1. Equipment Development Subsidies Eligible period: December 1, 2024, to November 30, 2027 (within 3 years) Maximum amount: 100 million yen (minimum amount 15 million yen) Subsidy rate: Within 2/3 of expenses recognized as eligible for subsidy.

2. Solution Development Subsidies Eligible period: December 1, 2024, to August 31, 2026 (within 1 year and 9 months) Maximum amount: 20 million yen (no minimum amount) Subsidy rate: Within 2/3 of expenses recognized as eligible for subsidy.

Please refer to the application guidelines for details.

https://www.tokyo-kosha.or.jp/support/josei/jigyo/uchu-josei/index.html

◆ Hands-on Support To effectively and accurately support selected businesses, hands-on support will be provided by coordinators. Progress of the subsidy project will be checked, advice will be given, and follow-up will be provided for interim and final inspections.

[Schedule]

* The schedule may change depending on the situation. * Applications will only be accepted electronically using "J-Grant". * To use J-Grant, you need to obtain a "G Biz ID Prime" account. Please prepare with ample time as it takes time to issue the ID after government review.

[Apply Here]

SMR Website https://www.tokyo-kosha.or.jp/support/josei/jigyo/uchu-josei/index.html

* The application period for submission of application documents is from June 25 (Thu) to August 14 (Fri), 5:00 PM.

[Contact Information]

If you have any questions or inquiries, please contact the relevant department.

Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation, TOKYO, Subsidy Division, Space Subsidy Project Office Phone: 03-3251-7894