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
How SBRI helped Belfast City Council transform problem-solving
This case study explores how the Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) model enabled Belfast City Council to innovate and transform its approach to problem-solving.
Case Study
How Belfast is using procurement to unlock economic value
Given that a substantial proportion of Belfast City Council’s public services are funded through these local taxes, it was clear that the city needed an up-to-date register of businesses.
Case Study
EV Charging Programme Barnet
Barnet’s EV projects overcame procurement challenges through collaboration, flexible financial models, and market engagement, leading to successful outcomes, increased charging points, and senior leadership recognition for innovative procurement strategies.
Opportunity
Design to Deliver – Collective solutions for wild urban places
Do you have a solution that uses information to contribute to the successful implementation, stewardship, and maintenance of wild urban places?
Opportunity
HS2 Accelerator
Connected Places Catapult, in partnership with HS2 Ltd and the Department for Transport, has launched its search for six small businesses to develop new technology ideas for the rail scheme; to be selected for trial and funded by HS2 and its main contractors.
Project
Decarbonisation of Local Roads
Paving the way to a low-carbon future through material innovation and collaboration across the highways and local roads sector.
Opportunity
Connected Zero Emissions Flight (ZEF) Airfields Expression of Interest
The imperative to introduce zero emission aircraft into commercial service to meet the UK’s targets for decarbonising aviation is clear, and the first fixed-wing aircraft capable of ZEF are expected to complete certification in the next few years.
Opportunity
Local Authority Transport Decarbonisation Accelerator
Introducing the Local Authority Transport Decarbonisation Accelerator programme, which is dedicated to supporting both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and local areas to meet the opportunities and challenges of place-based net zero commitments.
