What are the eligible purchases for the Royal Caribbean Programme?

What are the eligible purchases for the Royal Caribbean Programme?

Under the Royal Caribbean Programme, applications will be approved to cover business costs related to:
  1. Inventory
  2. Supplies
  3. Packaging
  4. Uniforms
  5. Marketing (including branding and advertising)
  6. Public Liability Insurance Coverage
  7. Permits and Licenses
  8. Accounting Software
  9. Training
  10. Equipment
  11. Leasehold Improvements
  12. Vehicles (including registration and insurance)

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