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Deadline was May 31, 2024; program is closed. Stored deadline is null.
Flexible AI Upskilling Fund is sponsored by UK government (Department of Science, Innovation and Technology - DSIT). The Flexible AI Upskilling Fund aims to support small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the UK to enhance their employees' AI skills, facilitating innovation and efficiency. The funding covers up to 50% of AI training costs.
While not directly for drone inspection, it supports AI skill development which is crucial for autonomous drone AI applications. The scheme is open for expressions of interest, with formal applications opening on May 1st and closing on May 31st at 5 pm.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: UK registered SMEs in the professional and business services sector (including accounting, bookkeeping, audit firms, legal practices, architectural firms, and management consultancies) that employ between one and 249 UK staff, meet the SME Action Plan's definition of an SME, have a minimum operating track record of one year, and can match-fund 50% of the training costs. The scheme does not cover payments for business advice, recruitment, or purchasing AI technologies. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows £6,400,000 total; up to 50% of AI training costs per business. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Flexible AI Upskilling Fund is funded by UK government (Department of Science, Innovation and Technology - DSIT). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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