Industrial Growth Fund Programme

The aim of IGF is to support capital investment in UK offshore wind manufacturing facilities, helping you expand capacity, develop new capability, and play a vital role in strengthening the supply chain.

Projects should align with one of the “Make”, “Nurture to make” or “Protect” categories of the Industrial Growth Plan (IGP), with priority given to projects that align with one of the following supply chain areas: Advanced turbine technology, Industrialised foundations and substructures, Future electrical systems and cables, Smart environmental services, or Next generation installation, operations and maintenance.

We support investment in new facilities, as well as the expansion or upgrading of existing ones, where they increase the UK’s ability to manufacture key offshore wind components, systems and services.

Projects may be CIB compliant or non-CIB compliant. Where relevant, CIB compliant projects will follow the appropriate funding route under the CfD CIB framework, with eligibility confirmed as part of the assessment process.

All proposals must be led by a UK-registered organisation. Inward investment is welcomed where it strengthens UK capability and delivers lasting economic value.

Each project should demonstrate how it will contribute to long-term industrial growth, supporting jobs, strengthening supply chains, and building export potential within the UK offshore wind sector.

Projects must go beyond business-as-usual activity and deliver additional, measurable impact for the UK industry.

The IGF application is a structured but straightforward process.

Everything happens through our Submittable platform. Here you can create a profile, save your progress, return to your application at any time, collaborate with colleagues, and submit questions directly to our programme team as you go.

The application progress starts with an eligibility check. This is a quick self-declaration to confirm your project and organisation align with the programme’s requirements. You’ll be asked to confirm key points such as UK registration and presence, project location, alignment with Industrial Growth Plan priorities, and that your funding request sits within the programme range.

If you pass this stage, you move into the full application. This is your opportunity to set out your project in detail, covering your business, finances, and delivery plan. You’ll outline how the project will be delivered, including key work packages, milestones, and timelines, alongside your wider business case and forecast growth.

We’re looking for a clear view of impact - how your planned facility will drive growth in market share, revenue, jobs, exports, and capability within the UK offshore wind sector. Supporting information, including a project workbook, forms part of your submission.

Applications are reviewed through a structured assessment framework, supported by a thorough due diligence process. If successful, you’ll move into a delivery phase where you’ll take full ownership of your project’s delivery and work closely with our project managers to report progress and submit your grant claims.

We expect our beneficiaries to appoint a dedicated project lead, manage delivery against agreed plans, and provide evidence of outputs at key milestones. You’ll also be required to share updates on long-term outcomes such as jobs, turnover, exports, and IP growth.

While projects that fit into the “Make” category of the IGP will be prioritised, other projects that fit into one of the “Nurture to make” or “Protect” categories of the IGP will also be considered. For a full breakdown of these categories please see the full breakdown on pag`1e 6 of the IGP. 

Under the CfD AR7 CIB Framework a share of the generator’s minimum standard set out in this section may be invested in the Offshore Wind Industrial Growth Plan (IGP) Delivery Body, to invest this amount on behalf of the generator. The outcome of AR7 applications will therefore have a direct influence on the number of projects that can be supported through this funding call. 

CIB compliant projects refer to projects that align with the Contracts for Difference Scheme for Renewable Electricity Generation Allocation Round 7: Clean Industry Bonus Allocation Framework, 2024. To receive funding through the IGF as a CIB compliant project, applicants must satisfy requirements as defined in the CfD AR7: CIB Allocation Framework 2024.

If your project is not CIB compliant, you may still be eligible to for IGF funding as a non-CIB compliant project, so long as your project aligns with one of the “Make,” “Nurture to make” or “Protect” categories outlined in the Industrial Growth Plan.

To receive funding through the IGF as a CIB compliant project, applicants must satisfy requirements outlined in the CfD AR7: CIB Allocation Framework 2024.

No, you are not obliged to pay back the funding you receive, however, OWGP encourages recipients to consider repaying funds awarded once the facility is in operation and profitable. Applicants can also offer capacity reservation on a not-for-profit basis as a form of payback. This allows OWGP to reinvest these funds into future OWGP support programmes.

The call is to fund capital expenditure that supports the development, expansion, and commercial readiness of UK-based facilities that will supply key components, equipment, systems or services into the fixed and floating offshore wind sectors. Materials, equipment, labour, subcontracts and overheads are eligible expenditures, subject to due diligence and CIB Allocation Framework where applicable. 

Yes.

Yes, and vice–versa.

Yes, so long as the application is from a UK-based entity and the benefits of the project will be realised in the UK.