The Enterprise Development Grant (EDG) funded customised business projects. The Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG) funded pre-approved solutions and equipment, including kitchen equipment for food services. Both stopped accepting new applications on 29 September 2026. Since 30 September 2026, Enterprise Singapore’s EDGE Grant has replaced them. This guide sets out how EDG and PSG differed, what each covered for commercial kitchens, and what a restaurant, caterer or food manufacturer should do now.
TL;DR
- PSG covered standard, pre-approved solutions and equipment, with support of up to 50% of eligible costs and up to S$30,000 per company.
- EDG covered customised projects such as consultancy, software, equipment and internal manpower, with up to 50% support, or up to 70% for sustainability projects.
- Neither scheme accepts new applications. Applications made before 30 September 2026 continue to be assessed under the old rules.
- The EDGE Grant now covers both types of activity, with one annual cap of S$100,000 per company and a S$30,000 sub-cap for pre-scoped equipment.
- Kitchen equipment is now bought as pre-scoped equipment under EDGE. The equipment must be new and must meet mandatory specifications.
Table of Contents
- EDG vs PSG at a glance
- How PSG worked for kitchen equipment
- How EDG worked
- What replaced them: the EDGE Grant
- What to do now
- Our view on grant-led equipment buying
- Equipment from our showroom and online store
- FAQ
- Sources
EDG vs PSG at a glance
The two grants served different purposes. PSG was a catalogue scheme: the business picked an item from an approved list. EDG was a project scheme: the business described its own project and Enterprise Singapore assessed it.
| Criterion | PSG | EDG |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Adopt pre-approved IT solutions and equipment | Upgrade, innovate or transform a business through a custom project |
| Who could apply | Local SMEs only | Local businesses, with no size limit |
| Support level | Up to 50% of eligible costs | Up to 50%, or up to 70% for sustainability projects |
| Funding limit | Up to S$30,000 per company | No fixed dollar cap |
| Approved list | Yes, the PSG Solutions Directory | No pre-approved solutions |
| Vendors | Pre-approved vendors for IT solutions. None required for equipment | No pre-approved vendors |
| Typical processing time | About 6 weeks | 8 to 12 weeks |
| Status | Closed to new applications | Closed to new applications |
The figures above come from Enterprise Singapore’s PSG page and its PSG FAQ. The processing times and the comparison of use cases are summarised in a PSG and EDG comparison published in March 2026.
How PSG worked for kitchen equipment
PSG suited a business that needed a standard piece of equipment. The grant covered the actual purchase, lease or hire cost of equipment listed in the directory. It did not cover related charges such as delivery and installation. The holding period was one year from the date the final claim was approved.
Which kitchen equipment qualified
The PSG Solutions Directory for Food Services equipment listed 16 equipment solutions. They included:
- Blast chillers, in two size ranges
- Combi ovens, with a cost cap of S$37,500 per unit
- High-speed ovens, with a cost cap of S$10,000 per unit
- Smart cooking machines, with a cost cap of S$12,800
- Smart rotary cookers
- Automated dishwashers, with a cost cap of S$5,000 per unit
- Automated deep fryers, in various sizes
Each item had mandatory specifications. For example, the smart cooking machine listing required the ability to cook at least three different dishes at the same time and to pre-set and adjust recipes through a cloud menu management system. The automated dishwasher listing required a minimum water tank capacity of 15 litres.
A vendor did not have to be pre-approved for equipment. The equipment only had to meet the listed specifications and be new. The business could apply for equipment at multiple locations under one UEN.
PSG eligibility
A business had to meet all of these conditions:
- Be registered and operating in Singapore.
- Have at least 30% local shareholding.
- Have group annual sales turnover of S$100 million or less, or group employment of 200 workers or fewer.
- Use the equipment in Singapore.
- Not have paid or deposited money with a supplier before applying.
Charities, institutions of a public character, religious entities, voluntary welfare organisations, government agencies and subsidiaries, and societies were not eligible.
How EDG worked
EDG was built for projects that a catalogue could not describe. The business prepared a detailed project proposal and obtained quotations. It then applied through the Business Grants Portal using a Corppass account. Enterprise Singapore’s EDG page lists three qualifying cost types: third-party consultancy fees, software and equipment, and internal manpower cost.
Under the Automation pillar, accepted projects included adopting or developing sophisticated hardware or software, integrating machinery and systems, and training staff to use them. Equipment and software costs that PSG already supported were not covered by EDG.
This had a practical consequence for kitchens. A single combi oven or fryer belonged under PSG. A redesign of a central kitchen, with several machines, process changes and consultancy, was the type of project EDG assessed. EDG also required the business to show it was financially ready to complete the project, with indicators such as the current ratio used in the assessment.
Which grant suited which kitchen purchase
| Situation | Grant that fitted |
|---|---|
| One or two listed machines, such as a combi oven or dishwasher | PSG |
| A new restaurant fitting out with several directory items | PSG, one application per equipment solution |
| A central kitchen automation project with consultancy and manpower costs | EDG |
| A larger food manufacturer above the SME size limits | EDG |
The last row matters because PSG was limited to SMEs, while EDG had no revenue or size limit.
What replaced them: the EDGE Grant
The EDGE Grant started on 30 September 2026. According to Nucleo Consulting’s summary, it consolidates the support of EDG, the Market Readiness Assistance grant and PSG into a single framework covering eight business areas and more than 150 activities.
The main rules, taken from Enterprise Singapore’s EDGE FAQ:
- Annual cap: S$100,000 per company for all eligible activities. The cap resets each year from 1 April to 31 March.
- Sub-cap: within that S$100,000, a company can use up to S$30,000 on single-function digital solutions, integrated enterprise systems and pre-scoped equipment.
- Support levels: up to 50% for SMEs and up to 30% for non-SMEs. For internationalisation and sustainability activities the rate is up to 70% for SMEs and up to 50% for non-SMEs.
- Eligibility: a business entity registered in Singapore with at least 30% ownership by Singaporeans or Singapore PRs. Non-profit organisations, societies, religious entities, voluntary welfare organisations, statutory boards and government subsidiaries are not eligible.
- Applications: one application per activity, submitted through the Business Grants Portal.
Two changes stand out for food businesses. First, non-SMEs can now receive support, which EDG did and PSG did not. Second, the PSG and EDG limits are replaced by one shared annual cap, so spending on kitchen equipment uses the same S$30,000 sub-cap as digital solutions.
Kitchen equipment under EDGE
PSG’s equipment list has become “pre-scoped equipment” under EDGE. Three examples show how it works:
| Activity | Cost cap | Support for SMEs | Support for non-SMEs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Cooking Machine | S$10,000 | Up to 50% (S$5,000) | Up to 30% (S$3,000) |
| High-Speed Oven | S$10,000 | Up to 50% (S$5,000) | Up to 30% (S$3,000) |
| Industrial or Commercial Slicer | S$35,000 | Up to 50% (S$17,500) | Up to 30% (S$10,500) |
The smart cooking machine cost cap is S$10,000 under EDGE, compared with S$12,800 under PSG. Check the cap before you budget.
The conditions for pre-scoped equipment are:
- The equipment must be new and used in Singapore.
- It must meet all mandatory specifications. The high-speed oven, for example, requires at least 2,200W and 170V.
- GST, maintenance costs and used, refurbished, second-hand or reconditioned equipment are not supported.
- Pre-scoped equipment applies to multiple locations per UEN. Locations are defined by postal code.
The smart cooking machine page gives a decision in about 4 weeks. Food manufacturers should also look at the slicer, which requires a fully automated slicing process.
For the front of house and back of house together, the Integrated F&B Operations activity supports point-of-sale, kitchen management, inventory and supplier management on one platform. It offers up to 50% support for SMEs (S$5,000) and up to 30% for non-SMEs (S$3,000), with a cost cap of S$10,000.
What to do now
The status of your case depends on when you applied.
- You applied to PSG or EDG before 30 September 2026. The application is assessed under the rules of that scheme. Ongoing projects are supported until completion and claim disbursement, and claims go through the Business Grants Portal.
- You have not applied and have not paid a supplier. Apply under EDGE. Identify the activity that matches your equipment, check its mandatory specifications, then obtain a quotation.
- You have already paid or placed a deposit. Check the EDGE FAQ and the activity page before assuming the purchase is supported. Under PSG, payment before applying disqualified a business, and EDGE activities carry their own conditions.
Before ordering any equipment, confirm three things with the supplier in writing: the model meets every mandatory specification, the equipment is new, and the quotation separates equipment cost from delivery and installation. Enterprise Singapore publishes claim opening dates for EDGE activities on its official pages. Check them for the current schedule before planning cash flow.
Our view on grant-led equipment buying
We see the same pattern with restaurant owners and caterers. They search for a grant name first and the equipment second. We suggest reversing that order. Decide which machine removes a real bottleneck in your kitchen, then check which grant activity covers it.
The change from PSG and EDG to EDGE does not alter that logic. A grant reduces the purchase cost, but the kitchen still runs on the equipment for years afterwards. Energy use is the running cost that follows every machine, so we focus on energy-efficient refrigeration, fryers, ovens and induction cookers.
Our site sets out how energy-efficient equipment and grant co-funding can lower operating costs, including our guide to the EDGE Grant and kitchen equipment and our ROI guide. Our approach is designed to help a business choose equipment, understand the grant route that applies and plan the purchase in the right order.
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Equipment from our showroom and online store
We supply commercial kitchen equipment to restaurants, caterers, food manufacturers and new food businesses in Singapore. Our range includes refrigerators, chillers and freezers, ovens and bakeware, induction cookers, deep fryers, food warmers, stainless steel tables and racks, and hot plates and grillers. You can see the products in our showroom or order online.
We also give guidance on claiming government grants for energy-efficient equipment. Read about our Energy Efficiency Grant guidance, or browse the full equipment collections to start planning your purchase. For a first fit-out budget, see our restaurant equipment cost guide.
FAQ
Is PSG still available for kitchen equipment?
No. PSG stopped accepting new applications on 29 September 2026. Applications submitted before 30 September 2026 are still assessed under PSG rules. New kitchen equipment applications now go through the EDGE Grant.
Can a business claim under EDG and PSG for the same equipment?
No. EDG did not cover equipment and software costs that PSG already supported. Under EDGE, each activity is applied for once, and all support counts towards the annual cap of S$100,000 per company.
What is the difference in funding between PSG and EDGE for SMEs?
PSG gave up to 50% support, capped at S$30,000 per company. EDGE gives up to 50% for SMEs on pre-scoped equipment, with a S$30,000 sub-cap for equipment and digital solutions inside a S$100,000 annual company cap. Each equipment activity also has its own cost cap.
Do I need a pre-approved vendor to buy equipment under these grants?
Under PSG, equipment did not need a pre-approved vendor, but it had to meet the directory specifications. EDG had no pre-approved vendors. For EDGE equipment, the requirement is that the item is new and meets all mandatory specifications on the activity page.
Is my business eligible if I am not an SME?
PSG was only for SMEs. Under EDGE, a registered Singapore business with at least 30% Singaporean or Singapore PR ownership can apply, at a lower support rate of up to 30% for non-SMEs.
Sources
- Enterprise Singapore: FAQ on the EDGE Grant
- Enterprise Singapore: Productivity Solutions Grant (PSG)
- Enterprise Singapore: FAQ on the Productivity Solutions Grant
- Enterprise Singapore: Enterprise Development Grant (EDG)
- GoBusiness: PSG Solutions Directory, Food Services equipment
- GoBusiness: Smart cooking machine
- GoBusiness: Automated dishwasher
- Enterprise Singapore: EDGE Smart Cooking Machine
- Enterprise Singapore: EDGE High-Speed Oven
- Enterprise Singapore: EDGE Industrial or Commercial Slicer
- Enterprise Singapore: EDGE Integrated F&B Operations
- PSG vs EDG vs EDGE Grant: What Changed in 2026
- PSG and EDG Are Gone: What the New EDGE Grant Means for SMEs