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

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
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

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Case Study

Assessing sustainable transport solutions for rural mobility

Rural environments are often perceived as areas of low demand for travel. Urban areas are thriving in trialling more connected and digital new mobility services, yet rural areas often struggle to attract investments in this area.
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Project

Upskill yourself in how to create a connected place

Local leaders can sometime struggle to know where to start when it comes to commissioning innovation, or even understanding the innovation economy. It can be daunting and you sometimes need a guide.
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Case Study

Leveraging UK expertise to address net zero in Latin America

Across Latin America cities are becoming key drivers in the innovation to tackle climate change and net zero challenges.
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Case Study

Getting construction out from under the weather

Weather affects almost every project in the construction industry, and is responsible for, on average, 21% extensions to deadlines. This is serious as it decreases a contractor’s profit margin and delays revenue generation for clients.