The Lombardy Region has launched the call “Investments – Microenterprises Line 2025,” aimed at microenterprises in the region that intend to carry out investments in plants, equipment and technological solutions, with the goal of increasing competitiveness and reducing environmental impact. Applications can be submitted online via the “Bandi e Servizi” platform starting at 10:30 AM on November 5, 2025, until funds are exhausted.
Who it is for
This call is dedicated to microenterprises operating in Lombardy that meet the following main requirements:
- be classified as a microenterprise (fewer than 10 employees, annual turnover < €2 million)
- have their registered or operational office in Lombardy for at least 12 months
- have filed at least two annual financial statements or submitted two tax returns (if exempt from filing)
These requirements ensure the initiative targets businesses that are solid yet dynamic and with room for development.
What the call funds
Eligible expenses include:
- production plants, machinery, industrial equipment
- energy saving interventions: heat pumps, storage systems, LED relamping, home automation to optimize consumption
- software and usage licenses (including cloud/SaaS) provided they are functional to the technical intervention carried out
- training and technical consulting directly related to the project
The aid intensity reaches up to 50% of eligible expenses. The minimum project budget is €10,000 and the maximum grant per beneficiary is €50,000. It is important to check the overall allocation of resources in the official Notice on the Region’s website.
Sectors that can benefit
The call is broad and does not restrict participation to a single sector: all Lombardy microenterprises can apply if they meet the requirements. Sectors that may benefit most from the call include:
- Manufacturing and production — e.g., production plants and machinery
- Services and tertiary sector — professional offices, technical and consultancy activities
- Commerce and distribution — shops, logistics, warehouses
- Crafts and small industry — artisan workshops, repair shops
- Technology and digital — IT microenterprises, software houses, SaaS providers
- Food service and hospitality — bars, restaurants, hotels, tourism activities
This sectoral variety makes the call very interesting and accessible to very different realities, provided the investment is aimed at technological innovation or energy efficiency.
Why it is a concrete opportunity
- The non-repayable grant of up to 50% significantly reduces the financial burden on the enterprise.
- The inclusion of software/cloud/SaaS allows thinking beyond physical investments to digital solutions that optimize consumption, processes and sustainable management.
- The “microenterprise” requirement favors small realities that often have innovation potential but limited resources.
- The access mode (first-come, first-served procedure) means speed in submission can make the difference: faster applicants will be advantaged.
What to do if you are interested
- Immediately verify your company’s eligibility (size, office, financial statements) and make sure you have the documentation ready.
- Prepare a project that clearly links the investment (plant/machine) to the objective of innovation or energy saving.
- If you plan to include software/digital services, clearly define how these support the technical intervention (e.g., consumption monitoring, dashboards, automation).
- Calculate the budget: at least €10,000 minimum investment, and clearly define eligible expenses.
- Register on the Regione Lombardia “Bandi e Servizi” platform and upload the application as soon as possible after opening.
- Keep quotes, contracts, invoices, consultancy documentation and technical reports — these will be required during the reporting phase.
Conclusion
The “Investments for Microenterprises 2025” call by the Lombardy Region offers a real opportunity for microenterprises that want to innovate, improve their plants or processes and at the same time reduce environmental impact. If your company meets the requirements and you have a project that also includes a digital or software component, this can be the lever to accelerate growth. For example, integrating a sustainability management software system can be part of the eligible investment package, broadening the scope of the project and strengthening its technical quality. It is therefore worth seriously considering this opportunity and preparing in time.