TechMakers

Connecting Global Innovators

Co-develop High-Value R&D&I Solutions with Brazilian Partners.

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About

TechMakers is an international innovation program designed to connect foreign companies with Brazilian counterparts to jointly develop Research, Development, and Innovation (R&D&I) projects.

Through bilateral and multilateral calls for proposals, the program accelerates the creation of high-value products, processes, and technological solutions with global market potential.

Selected projects receive non-reimbursable funding from innovation agencies in participating countries, reducing risk and enabling deeper collaboration. Open to companies of all sizes, TechMakers offers an accessible pathway to build strategic partnerships and expand innovation capabilities in Brazil.

TechMakers in Numbers

Driving global collaboration, innovation, and investment since 2020.

  • USD 19M+

    Invested in R&D&I

  • 16

    International projects

  • 1,800+

    Global companies reached

Why join TechMakers

Unlock strategic innovation opportunities across borders
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  • Access to Brazilian innovation ecosystems

    Connect with advanced technology hubs, research centers, and industry leaders.

  • Reduced R&D&I risk

    Benefit from non-reimbursable funding, enabling more ambitious innovation.

  • Global co-development

    Build international partnerships that expand your technological capabilities and market reach.

  • High-value outputs

    Co-create products, processes, and solutions with strong commercial and competitive potential.
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TechMakers: Connecting Global Innovators

Co-develop High-Value R&D&I Solutions with Brazilian Partners

TechMakers: Connecting Global Innovators TechMakers: Connecting Global Innovators

How It Works

  • 01.

    Identify a call

    Select an open bilateral or multilateral call aligned with your innovation goals.

  • 02.

    Form a partnership

    Connect with Brazilian or foreign companies to build a joint consortium.

  • 03.

    Prepare the proposal

    Submit a collaborative R&D&I project proposal for evaluation.

  • 04.

    Receive funding approval

    Selected projects obtain non-reimbursable support from innovation agencies.

  • 05.

    Co-develop & deliver

    Execute your international project with technical and strategic collaboration.

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Who should apply

Designed for companies seeking global innovation partnerships.

    • Foreign companies exploring collaboration opportunities in Brazil

    • Brazilian companies aiming to internationalize their R&D&I efforts

    • Startups, SMEs, and large corporations focused on technology-driven solutions

    • Organizations seeking access to non-reimbursable innovation funding 

Ready to participate?

Register your interest and receive support from our team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1. Who can participate in TechMakers?

    Companies of any size - startups, SMEs, and large enterprises - can apply, as long as they form international partnerships.

  • 2. Do all projects receive funding?

    Only selected proposals approved through the call process receive non-reimbursable funding.

  • 3. What types of innovation are eligible?

    Projects focused on research, development, and innovation aimed at generating new products, processes, or solutions.

  • 4. Is partnership formation mandatory?

    Yes. Each proposal must involve at least one Brazilian company and one foreign company.

  • 5. How often are calls launched?

    Calls vary by participating country and cooperation agreement, with new opportunities announced regularly.