Property fund raises millions within weeks of launch

A new fund to accelerate the recovery of the Northern Irish property market by lending to potential developers has raised almost £2m in private investment, just three weeks after launching.



The Lanyon Capital Bridging Finance Fund launched last month to provide commercial loans of up to £1.2m to investors and developers looking to purchase or develop residential or commercial schemes across Northern Ireland.  Read More >>>



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Insider News Ireland – New fund to boost NI tourism sector

New fund to boost NI tourism sector

The Tourism Innovation Fund has been provided through the Northern Ireland Executive's economy and jobs initiative strategy.

It will be administered by the Northern Ireland Tourist Board (NITB), with sums of between £20,000 and £100,000 available to companies or schemes attracting tourism.  

Northern Ireland's tourism industry has received a boost with the introduction of a new fund that could provide up to £100,000 to projects that offer visitors a "unique experience".

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Make a Map

Spatial NI allows you to view a wide range of data on detailed mapping and aerial imagery of Northern Ireland. 

This lets you layer data on maps and be in a better position to review, analyse, visualise and understand previously unseen patterns, gaps, issues or problems. Analysing data in this way can lead to improved decision making.



There is no need to buy geographic information software or to train staff to use it. You can download and share the location information you need from the portal, safe in the knowledge that a team of experts are ready to provide assistance if you need it.



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Funding Circle

Business Loans without the Banks, Peer to Peer lending, Be your own bank

Funding Circle is a marketplace where people and organisations can lend to businesses at a rate that suits everyone.  Apply online in as little as 20 minutes and you'll hear from one of the team within 2 working days.



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New Guidance For Tourism Providers

NIBusinessinfo have launched new guidance for tourism providers, providing advice on starting, running and growing your tourism business in Northern Ireland.

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InterTradeIreland urges NI firms to bid for Seedcorn funding

InterTradeIreland, the cross-border business development organisation, has called for early-stage businesses in Northern Ireland to enter its Seedcorn Investor Readiness competition for a chance to win €280,000 (£230,355).

The competition aims to give small, equity raising businesses a boost and transform them into investor-ready groups.



Companies can enter via one of four regions; Dublin, Munster, Connacht & Leinster and Northern Ireland.



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How to Access European Funding for R&D and Innovation

Fact – the EU is aiming to provide almost €80 billion for R&D by 2020
Fact – companies that invest in R&D and innovation are more successful

At this event you will hear presentations by expert speakers from the European Commission, the Republic of Ireland and the UK on what the opportunities are and how to apply for EU funding. A local company will explain how it successfully secured funding. The seminar will:

• Outline the support available to help with applications
• Give an overview of the opportunities in Horizon 2020 and how it works
• Highlight the opportunities from the Enterprise Europe Network and COSME

You will be able to meet with the Northern Ireland Support Network for Horizon 2020 and Enterprise Europe Network staff at the event. These are the people who can help with applications and creating partnerships in Europe. You will also have the opportunity to network during lunch with the experts. Demand for places will be high so register now.

Tuesday 27 May 2014, 09:30 → 13:45
Olympic Suite, Titanic Belfast
claire@event-ful.co.uk

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