The Transport Research and Innovation Grants (TRIG) programme brings together innovators and industry to accelerate transport innovation. Delivered by Connected Places Catapult in partnership with the Department for Transport (DfT), the TRIG Programme funds proof-of-concept solutions tackling key transport challenges. 

Connected Places Catapult and the Department for Transport (DfT) would be delighted if you could join us at our networking event taking place at the University of Strathclyde on Thursday 5 February 2026.  

It will be an opportunity for TRIG innovators and industry stakeholders to network and explore future collaboration opportunities in Scotland's transport sector, with a particular focus on the country's unique geographic and urban challenges. 

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

Find out more about TRIG.

Agenda

10:00 - 10:30
Arrival and registration
Coffee and registration 

10:30 - 10:45 
Welcome from Connected Places Catapult, Department for Transport & University of Strathclyde 
Opening remarks from all organisations  

10:45 - 11:00 
TRIG Programme Overview – Highlights & Future Plans
An overview of TRIG from the programme lead, highlighting the programme's impact and future plans.

11:00 - 11:15
Alumni Lightning Talks 
Brief presentations from TRIG-funded innovators including university research projects showcasing successful outcomes 

11:15 - 11:45  
Panel One: "Scotland's Geographic Challenge" 
Exploring island, Highland, and rural connectivity issues 
Featuring representatives from regional transport partnerships, freight and logistics operators, public service providers, and community transport organisations.

11:45 - 12:00  
Break
Comfort break 

12:00 - 12:45
Panel Two: "Urban Scotland Integration" 
Examining city mobility and cross-modal transport integration 
Featuring representatives from urban bus operators, transport planning authorities, rail services, and data/digital integration specialists

12:45 - 13:45  
Lunch & Exhibition Space
Networking lunch with exhibitors including government departments, economic development agencies, and innovation support organisations

13:45 - 15:15  
Pitch it!
Operators, industry and government discuss the challenges we’ve identified in Scotland and then the TRIG alumni design solutions and pitches for the various challenges, rotational tables and workshop.

15:15 - 15:30 
Closing Remarks 
Summarising the day and any next steps.

15:30 - 16:00
Networking and Event Close