Want to know more about our support?
About the Shared Island Enterprise Scheme
In February 2024, the Irish Government announced €30m towards the establishment of a new Shared Island Enterprise Scheme developed by InterTradeIreland, Invest Northern Ireland and Enterprise Ireland.
What support does the Shared Island Enterprise Scheme offer?
The Shared Island Enterprise Scheme support will be delivered on an all-island basis under the following broad areas:
- Women entrepreneurship
- Clusters and networks
- Green investment
How can my business benefit from the Shared Island Enterprise Scheme?
Local businesses can benefit from grant funding for green capital investment, while women entrepreneurs can get training, mentoring, and scaling support for early-stage businesses. The cluster support will help develop existing and emerging clusters to achieve scale on the island of Ireland.
Women entrepreneurship
We’re working closely with our partners deliver three different entrepreneurship programmes to help women across the island to grow, innovate, and scale their businesses with tailored support and mentorship. They are:
- WeBuild - a programme for women founders developing tech-enabled ventures focused on innovation, AI learning, and building strong, future-ready businesses.
- WeGrow - a growth programme for women-led SMEs that are ready to grow beyond their home market through strategic mentorship and business development.
- WeScale - a scaling programme for high-potential women-led businesses aiming for international expansion and investor readiness through advanced scaling support.
Clusters and networks
The cross-border clusters and networks strand of the scheme will strengthen existing and emerging clusters on the island of Ireland by developing skills and exploring international best practice.
Green investment - Shared Island Sustainability Capital Grant
The Shared Island Sustainability Capital Grant offers businesses grants for energy and resource efficiency capital projects valued at over £5m.
Contact us
If you are interested in the Shared Island Enterprise Scheme, contact our Business Support Team on 0800 181 4422 or complete the enquiry form.