Robotics financing 2026 | Abra Robotics

Q: Do I need to have already decided which robot to buy before the assessment?

No. It is better to carry out the assessment before choosing the model: some incentives depend on the type of asset and its intended use. We help you identify the configuration that maximizes benefits.

01 · The logic

The Italian government incentivizes automation, but most Italian companies are unaware.

Every year the Italian government allocates hundreds of millions of euros to help companies investing in technology and automation. Collaborative robots, automated material handling systems, cobots for production lines: all are eligible assets.

The challenge is that incentives change every year, can be combined in different ways, and require technical verification before purchase.

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02 · The tools

What is available today for companies buying a robot.

Four main tools, each with different rules and stacking conditions. We explain them for real - no marketing spin.

01 Tax savings

Iperammortamento 2026

The main one. Almost always applicable.

If your company is profitable and pays taxes, this tool allows you to deduct significantly more than the actual cost of the robot for tax purposes. In practice, the government reimburses part of the investment through IRES tax savings.

43.2% Net tax savings of up to 43.2% of the asset cost, for investments up to €2.5 million.

Example Purchase an €80,000 robot. Thanks to Iperammortamento, you recover approximately €34,500 in reduced taxes over the coming years.

Requirement Robot connected to company systems (ERP, MES). Must be verified before placing the order, not after.

Period Active from 1 January 2026 to 30 September 2028.

02 Interest subsidy

Nuova Sabatini 4.0

Reduces the cost of financing or leasing.

If you purchase the robot through leasing or bank financing, the government provides an interest subsidy. It is not direct cash, but it concretely reduces the financial cost of the transaction.

3.575% Annual equivalent contribution on financing over 5 years, for Industry 4.0 asset investments.

Example On an €80,000 financing, the Sabatini contribution is worth approximately €7,000 to €9,000.

Stackability Can be combined with Iperammortamento. The two tools are not mutually exclusive.

2026 Budget €200 million on a first-come, first-served basis.

03 Non-repayable grant

Bando ISI INAIL 2026

Non-repayable grant if the robot improves workplace safety.

INAIL provides annual non-repayable grants to companies that reduce risks for workers. Robots and cobots that replace manual heavy load handling are explicitly included among eligible projects.

130,000 € Grant of up to 65% of eligible expenses, maximum €130,000 per company.

Example Purchase an €80,000 cobot to eliminate manual handling on a production line. The grant can cover up to €52,000 as a non-repayable contribution.

2026 Budget €600 million. The application is prepared in the months preceding the click day.

Timeline Preparation 3 to 6 months before the annual click day.

04 Subsidized financing

SIMEST

Only for companies with (at least partial) international revenue.

If your company generates at least 20% of its revenue from international clients, or belongs to an export-oriented supply chain, you can access SIMEST financing: subsidized rate at 0.319% per year, with a non-repayable portion for certain categories of companies.

0.319% Subsidized annual rate. With a non-repayable portion for certain categories of companies.

When it applies Check with us whether this tool is accessible for your company. International revenue is the basic requirement.

Requirement At least 20% of revenue from international markets, or membership in an export-oriented supply chain.

Stackability Subject to specific rules, to be verified on a case-by-case basis.

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03 · Simulation

A real example: €80,000 robot.

Estimated benefit per tool

01 · Iperammortamento 2026 ~34,500 €

Tax savings

Recovery distributed over the coming years through reduced IRES taxes.

02 · Nuova Sabatini 4.0 ~8,000 €

Interest contribution

On 5-year financing or leasing.

03 · ISI INAIL (if applicable) up to 52,000 €

Non-repayable grant

For projects eliminating manual handling.

The three tools can be combined, subject to the necessary technical checks. In an optimal scenario, the actual net cost of the robot falls significantly below the list price. The determining factor is your company's specific situation: sector, tax structure, purchase method, international revenue. This is why the assessment must be done on a case-by-case basis, not with broad estimates.

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05 · FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Do I need to have already decided which robot to buy before the assessment?

No. In fact, it is better to carry out the assessment before choosing the model: some incentives depend on the type of asset and its intended use. We help you identify the configuration that maximizes benefits.

I already have an accountant. Why should I speak with you?

Because we know the technical requirements for eligible assets (interconnection, classification in legal annexes) that a general accountant often does not examine in depth. Technical and fiscal verification must go hand in hand. We support you on the technical side and provide all the material your accountant needs to proceed.

Do these incentives apply to leasing as well?

Yes. Iperammortamento and Nuova Sabatini both work for financial leasing purchases as well.

How long does the application process take?

It depends on the tool. Iperammortamento requires a prior communication to the GSE before purchase: it is not complex, but it must be done in the right order. The ISI INAIL grant requires preparation in the months preceding the click day. We explain the timelines during the call.

Can I lose the benefit after obtaining it?

Yes, in some cases. If the asset is sold or decommissioned before the end of the depreciation period, the benefit is partially forfeited. This is one of the reasons why planning must be done before the purchase, not after.

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