The METS Innovation Program WA offers matched funding to support Western Australian companies in the Mining Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) sector to develop innovative products and services for the mining industry. The program is designed to encourage innovation across priority areas that are important to the future of mining in Western Australia.
Program Benefits
• Successful applicants can receive matched funding of up to $250,000 per approved project.
Target Audience
• The program is intended for Western Australian companies operating in the METS sector.
Program Focus Areas
• Net zero emission mining
• Critical minerals
• Green steel
• Exploration amplification
• Alternative use of tailings and waste
• Precision and low-impact mining
Eligibility Criteria
• Applicants must provide equipment, technology, or services to the mining sector.
• Applicants must be based in Western Australia.
• Applicants must have an Australian Business Number (ABN).
• Applicants must be registered for Goods and Services Tax (GST).
• Applicants must have an annual turnover of less than $50 million per year.
• Applicants must be a company incorporated in Australia, or an incorporated trustee applying on behalf of a trust.
Eligible projects must meet the program’s definition of minerals research as outlined in the official guidelines. Applicants should review the full program guidelines for complete eligibility requirements, project criteria, and application details.