If your business exports goods or relies on overseas supply chains, you have likely felt the impact of rising global tariffs and trade tensions in late 2025.

To help Singapore companies cope, Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) launched the Business Adaptation Grant (BizAdapt) in October 2025.

Unlike the standard EDG or PSG grants, this scheme is specifically designed for “Adaptation”—helping you restructure your business to survive the new high-cost trade environment.

Here is a breakdown of how you can claim up to S$100,000 in support.

What is BizAdapt?

BizAdapt is a time-limited grant (running from 7 Oct 2025 to 6 Oct 2027) that co-funds the costs of restructuring your business operations.

  • Grant Cap: Up to S$100,000 per company.

  • Support Level:

    • 50% for SMEs (Small & Medium Enterprises).

    • 30% for Non-SMEs.

Who is Eligible? (The Checklist)

Not every business qualifies. To apply, you must meet these 3 core criteria:

  1. Singapore Registered: You must be a business entity registered and operating in Singapore.

  2. 30% Local Equity: At least 30% of your shareholding must be local (Singaporean/PR).

  3. “Tariff Impacted”: You must demonstrate that your business is affected by foreign tariff measures (e.g., US or EU trade tariffs) or supply chain disruptions.

What Costs Does It Cover?

BizAdapt covers two main categories of expenses: Advisory and Reconfiguration.

1. Professional Advisory Services

You can use the grant to pay for third-party consultants to help you with:

  • FTA & Trade Compliance: Understanding Free Trade Agreements to lower your tax burden.

  • Legal & Contractual Matters: Reviewing contracts with suppliers/distributors to mitigate risk.

  • Market Diversification: Strategy consulting to enter new non-tariffed markets.

Note: For these services, you must usually engage a partner from the “Whitelisted” list or demonstrate the vendor’s expertise.

2. Reconfiguration Costs (Logistics)

If you need to physically move your goods or change your warehouse strategy, the grant can support:

  • Logistics Costs: Freight forwarding and handling fees for moving inventory to a new location.

  • Inventory Holding: Warehouse rental costs in new jurisdictions.

BizAdapt vs. EDG: What is the Difference?

Many clients ask us if they should apply for the Enterprise Development Grant (EDG) or BizAdapt.

Feature BizAdapt EDG (Enterprise Development Grant)
Focus Survival: Reacting to tariffs/supply chain shocks. Growth: Upgrading capabilities & innovation.
Speed Designed for faster approval (Crisis response). Longer project timeline (Strategic).
Scope Supply chain, Legal, Trade Compliance. Branding, Automation, Tech, Staff Training.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted via the Business Grants Portal (BGP).

  1. Prepare your Financials: You will need your latest ACRA BizFile and financial statements.

  2. Get Quotations: Obtain quotes from your legal advisors, supply chain consultants, or logistics providers.

  3. Prove the Impact: You must write a short justification showing how specific tariffs are hurting your business.

What If You Don’t Qualify?

Grants are excellent, but they are “reimbursement-based”—meaning you must spend the money first and claim it back later. This creates a cashflow gap.

If you do not meet the strict “Tariff Impact” criteria of BizAdapt, or if you need upfront capital to buy inventory today, a Business Loan or Trade Financing might be a faster solution.

At Excellence Singapore, we assist businesses with comprehensive funding strategies. Whether you need help with Contract & Agreement Drafting to meet grant requirements, or a Business Loan to bridge your cashflow gap, our team is here to support you.

Contact our Corporate Funding Team