Belfast HUB-IN Challenge Fund launched
A new £100,000 Challenge Fund competition has opened for Belfast's digital and creative businesses, aimed at animating the city's Maritime Mile
Developed by Belfast City Council's City Innovation Office, in partnership with the Maritime Belfast Trust, the fund is part of the Belfast HUB-IN (Hub of Innovation) project.
The project aims to explore how digital innovation can help to sustain, enhance, and preserve the unique heritage along Belfast's Maritime Mile which connects key attractions, sculptures and viewing points on both sides of the River Lagan.
Local creative digital SMEs can apply for grants of up to £20,000 each to collaborate with cultural and heritage organisations and local communities in the waterfront area to develop and trial innovative digital products and experiences.
These solutions should aim to help increase footfall, dwell time and local spend in the area and further transform the Maritime Mile into a dynamic destination.
Find out more about the Belfast HUB-IN Challenge Fund.
The closing date for applications is 4pm, 20 November 2023.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to pitch their ideas and successful applicants will be announced on 12 December 2023.
First published 1 November 2023