Join us for a dynamic morning of networking and insight. 

This event offers a unique opportunity for Northern Ireland’s key decision-makers to:
•    Engage directly with representatives from Connected Places Catapult
•    Hear about current initiatives and innovation priorities
•    Meet some of the brilliant innovators supported by the TRIG Programme
•    Explore opportunities for future collaboration 

The Transport Research and Innovation Grants (TRIG) Programme connects innovators with industry to accelerate the development of cutting-edge transport solutions. Funded by the Department for Transport and delivered by Connected Places Catapult, TRIG supports proof-of-concept projects tackling some of the sector’s most pressing challenges.

We’d be delighted if you could join us for this exciting morning of discussion, discovery, and networking.

This event brings together everyone with a stake in innovation — from industry leaders to local authorities and pioneering innovators.

If you have any questions, please contact trig@cp.catapult.org.uk

To find out more about TRIG, please visit TRIG Programme

Agenda

10:00 Registration and Refreshments

10:30 Housekeeping

10:45 Welcome remarks from Belfast Harbour and Connected Places Catapult

11:00 TRIG Programme Highlights

• Introduction to TRIG
• Why we are here: TRIG in the regions

11:10 Alumni highlight - Inclutech

11:30 Coffee break

11:45 TRIG 2025 pitch session

12:15 Reverse pitch from key stakeholders

12:45 Lunch & Networking

14:00 Belfast Harbour site visit
*This is exclusively for TRIG programme participants and Alumni

16:00 Event close