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Enterprise Ireland Build Capability Grant

The Enterprise Ireland Build Capability grant is designed to help ambitious Irish businesses invest in the training and skills that drive competitiveness, from leadership to digital transformation. Whether you’re building an in-house marketing function or upskilling your team to support international growth, LOCOMOTIVE can help you apply for funding and put it to work.

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What Is the Build Capability Grant?

Build Capability is a government-funded initiative by Enterprise Ireland to support Irish SMEs and large companies investing in training across four productivity drivers: leadership and management development, digital transformation, innovation, and sustainable, efficient operations. For marketing teams specifically, that funding can go toward:
  • Elevate internal digital marketing skillsBuilding in-house digital marketing skills
  • Elevate internal digital marketing skillsDeveloping international digital marketing strategies
  • Elevate internal digital marketing skillsIncreasing awareness and lead generation in global markets
  • Funding of up to €70,000 is available
  • Co-funded, rates company dependant
  • Ideal for expanding your B2B sales pipeline internationally

Who Is Eligible?

Eligible applicants must be Enterprise Ireland client companies, spanning both SMEs and large companies. The grant suits businesses looking to:

  • Elevate internal digital marketing skillsBuild leadership and management capability
  • Elevate internal digital marketing skillsAdopt digital tools and ways of working
  • Elevate internal digital marketing skillsDevelop innovation skills across products, services or processes

Not sure if you’r eligible?


As one of Ireland's leading B2B international marketing agencies, our expert team has partnered with hundreds of Enterprise Ireland client companies on their Digital Marketing Capability journey. We offer end-to-end support throughout the grant process:

Pre-Application Support

  • Initial consultation and eligibility assessment
  • Guidance on project scope and funding potential
  • Support preparing your grant application

Strategy Development

  • Market research and ideal customer persona development
  • Customer journey mapping, ABM and content strategy
  • SEO, paid advertising and international digital strategy

Internal Capability Training

  • Digital skills workshops and coaching for staff
  • CRM, inbound marketing, and analytics training

Implementation Support

  • Website redevelopment or enhancement
  • Export focused lead-generation campaigns
  • Performance tracking and campaign optimisation

Results That Speak for Themselves

We have helped hundreds of Enterprise Ireland client companies across multiple B2B sectors to:

  • Build digital marketing teams from the ground up
  • Double digital lead conversion rates within 6 months
  • Launch export-focused campaigns

Why Choose LOCOMOTIVE?

  • 15+ years working with Enterprise Ireland clients
  • Specialists in B2B international marketing
  • Customised strategies aligned with your growth goals
  • Proven track record across multiple B2B sectors including  Engineering, Medtech, Technology & Manufacturing
Manufacturing Solutions Provider
North American enquiries increased by 300% within 24 months of strategy launch

How It Works


Get up to 50% coverage on digital strategy & marketing implementation activities through grant support.
1

Contact LOCOMOTIVE to discuss your objectives

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Determine eligibility & scope for the grant.

3

Apply for the Grant (we assist in the application process).

4

Execute the Strategy. Train your team, launch international campaigns.

What Our Clients Say"Partnering with LOCOMOTIVE has been a game-changer for our business. Their exceptional digital marketing expertise and strategic approach have significantly elevated our brand’s presence in the digital landscape."

Paul Murphy

Managing Director, AVCOM

 

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