Startups Turning fresh ideas into market success FAQs Service Networking Global Incubator Network Austria (GIN) Funding Opportunities - Which companies are considered startups by the FFG? Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), whose incorporation at the start of the R&D project dates back no more than five years (date of first entry in the Commercial Register/Business Compass), and which are genuinely new (not restructurings, new branches, mergers of existing companies, etc.). Success Stories About the FFG The Austrian Research Promotion Agency (FFG) is the national funding institution for industry-related research and development in Austria. FFG funding plays a key role in generating new knowledge, developing new products and services, and thereby becoming more competitive in the global market. Learn more Stay connected Every week, you will receive an update from the FFG in your inbox. Of course, you can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time. Your e-mail address