AI transport tech innovators selected for business case funding
Three start-up companies with solutions for improving rail and bus performance will be supported to develop their business cases
Imperative
Connected Intelligence
The infrastructure that enables digital connectivity within and between places as well as the technology and intelligence that enables data-rich insights, modelling and analysis.
What's new
News
Article
Unlocking the UK drone market
Analysis explores the potential of aerial devices for business good.
News
Rail Maintenance AI Tech Developed in the UK Goes Global
Technology that enables real-time infrastructure monitoring and predictive maintenance has been commercialised by Hitachi Rail following UK-led research and development.
Projects, opportunities & Case Studies
Case Study
The impact of Connected Places Catapult in the West Midlands
Driving regional growth through accelerators, innovation twins and opportunities for inclusive innovation.
Opportunity
HMGCC Co-Creation challenge: Security watermarks for physical documents
The latest national security challenge launched by HMGCC Co-Creation, is looking for tech solutions founded in forensic linguistics, to help ensure the identity of online authors.
Project
Digital Construction International Programme (DCIP)
The Digital Construction International Programme (DCIP) advances global infrastructure through the adoption of digital construction techniques such as Building Information Modelling (BIM) aligned with international standards.
Opportunity
Public Realm Innovation Lab – Open Call
This initiative will explore how public realm interventions can reduce pressure on the NHS by supporting social prescribing and preventative healthcare. It is shaped by the health priorities of the borough and the needs of the local community.
Opportunity
National Centre for Accessible Transport (ncat) Scaling Innovation Programme – 2025/26
Launching its second round of funding, the National Centre for Accessible Transport (ncat) Scaling Innovation Programme is delivered by ncat partner Connected Places Catapult.
Opportunity
HS2 Accelerator 8.0
High Speed 2 Limited (HS2), supported by Connected Places Catapult and in partnership with the Department for Transport, has launched its search for innovative small businesses to develop new technology business cases and funded pilot projects for the rail scheme.
Opportunity
HMGCC Co-Creation challenge: Geolocation and detection of deepfakes from photos
The latest national security challenge launched by HMGCC Co-Creation, is looking for tech solutions founded in forensic linguistics, to help ensure the identity of online authors.
Case Study
Digitalising the planning system
The planning system is fundamental to how places are shaped, yet many local authorities across the UK still rely on manual, paper-based processes that can slow progress and limit transparency.
