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Internationalization of Lombardy SMEs: New Opportunities Through the “Toward New Markets” Call for Proposals”

Lombardy Region: “Towards New Markets” Call for Applications – Applications starting June 3, 2025

The Lombardy Region has launched the “Toward New Markets” call for proposals to support the internationalization of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises in Lombardy. The call offers financial support of up to 85% of eligible expenses, broken down as follows:

  • 20% as a non-repayable grant
  • 65% as a subsidized loan (fixed rate of 1.5%, term of 3 to 6 years)

📅 Application submission dates

  • Opening June 3, 2025, at 10:30 AM
  • Closing: September 9, 2025, 12:00 PM

Applications must be submitted through the Bandi e Servizi platform of the Lombardy Region.

🔍 Eligible expenses

  • Consulting services for the definition of the internationalization plan
  • Marketing and communication in foreign markets
  • Certifications for products destined abroad
  • Adaptation of products/services to foreign markets
  • Temporary and virtual showrooms
  • Specific training of company personnel
  • Project staff (20% flat rate)
  • Indirect costs (7% flat rate)

💡 How can we help you

Link2America is by your side for:

  • Assess the feasibility of your project in advance
  • To support you in preparing the necessary documentation
  • Assist you in submitting the application
  • Provide support during project implementation and reporting

To speed up our responses and quickly obtain a preliminary evaluation, please fill out the form available at the following link:

👉 Request Assistance for the “Verso Nuovi Mercati” Call for Applications”

Do not miss this opportunity to expand your business internationally with the support of the Lombardy Region.

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