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.

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Harnessing AI to enhance passenger experience
Case Study

Harnessing AI to enhance passenger experience

The AI in Transport Enhancing Passenger Experience competition, a collaboration between the Department for Transport (DfT) and Connected Places Catapult, aimed to find innovative ideas that embed responsible AI into a resilient transport system, in alignment with the UK government’s vision.
AI transport tech innovators selected for business case funding
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
Unlocking the UK drone market
Article

Unlocking the UK drone market

Analysis explores the potential of aerial devices for business good.

Projects, opportunities & Case Studies

Bristol Temple Meads railway station, a central clock tower A canopy supported by decorative ironwork extends across the station entrance.
Opportunity

Station Innovation Zone – Innovation Funding Programme – Year Four

The Station Innovation Zone programme supports SMEs to develop and trial new ways of improving various aspects of the passenger experience, with Bristol Temple Meads as the testbed site.
Reducing slips, trips and falls with AI Technology at Bristol Temple Meads
Case Study

Reducing slips, trips and falls with AI Technology at Bristol Temple Meads

Bristol Temple Meads (BTM) station sought innovative solutions to enhance passenger safety, particularly targeting slips, trips and falls associated with passengers carrying large items on the stairs within the station subway.
Driving innovation with National Highways
Case Study

Driving innovation with National Highways

National Highways has partnered with Connected Places Catapult to embrace innovation and address challenges of safety, innovation, and environmental sustainability.
The City Deal Delivery for Cambridge
Case Study

The City Deal Delivery for Cambridge

The Greater Cambridge Partnership (GCP) is delivering the City Deal for Cambridge, which supports the delivery of 44,000 new jobs and 33,500 new homes by 2031.
Dorset’s Digital Innovation Dynamic Purchasing System
Case Study

Dorset's Digital Innovation Dynamic Purchasing System

Dorset Council provides local council services in one of the most diverse and rural areas of the country.
Clean Futures Accelerator: Trial Opportunity for SMEs
Opportunity

Clean Futures Accelerator: Trial Opportunity for SMEs

Test and validate your clean technology with funding (up to £50,000) and expertise from Coventry University’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing.
Maritime transports
Opportunity

Transport Research and Innovation Grants 2025

Transport Research and Innovation Grants (TRIG) provide early-stage funding for innovations in science, engineering, or technology delivered by The Department for Transport’s (DfT) project delivery partner, Connected Places Catapult.
Aspirational public realm
Project

Public Realm Innovation Lab

Supporting innovation in public spaces—helping to create places that are more inclusive, sustainable, and commercially successful.