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Connected Places Catapult announces five new Managing Directors to drive strategic growth and innovation

Connected Places Catapult, the UK’s innovation accelerator for transport, the built environment, cities and local growth, announced today the appointment of five new Managing Directors. These senior roles will play a crucial role in advancing the organisation’s strategic growth and reinforcing its position as a leader in driving innovation.

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Accessibility innovators chosen for Bristol Temple Meads testbed

Two technology specialists selected for six-month trials as part of the Station Innovation Zone.

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Partner sought for public realm innovation initiative

Expressions of interest are being welcomed from landowners, developers, joint ventures, design teams and operators looking to support innovation for the next generation of public spaces.

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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

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Leaders and innovators gather for the Connected Places Summit

Over 200 speakers and thought leaders from the worlds of transport, the built environment, and cities are set to join the Summit in London and online.

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UK delegation to India showcases electric and micromobility innovations

Seven firms demonstrate new tech solutions to power sustainable transport in Kolkata and Chennai.

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UK aviation flying high with new tech funding for security

New funding to develop smart airport technology will enable the UK to stay ahead of potential security threats and reduce delays at airports. Pioneering projects will solve complex aviation security challenges and will support jobs and skills across the country.

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25 innovators to develop AI proposals for UK transport

25 organisations have been selected to develop use case proposals that focus on how AI can enhance the passenger experience of transport in the UK.

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Safety and sustainability innovations for maritime technology trials

Innovations for ports and shipping will shortly be trialled as part of the latest Maritime Accelerator.

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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.

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Industry heavyweights announced for Connected Places Summit

Leading speakers from transport, cities and the built environment lined up to address second annual Summit.

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West Midlands innovators gear up for India Energy Week

A group of clean tech innovators will join a delegation in New Delhi in a showcase of the West Midlands’ Clean Tech capabilities.

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Industry representatives join West Midlands Logistics and Distribution Cluster Advisory Board

A new Advisory Board has been convened to focus on how to drive growth in the region’s logistics and distribution sector.

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Connected Places Catapult strengthens Board with three new Non-Exec Directors

The trio bring with them a wealth of governance experience alongside expertise in transport infrastructure, the built environment and local growth.

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Innovators chosen to develop projects that connect people and nature

12 companies will receive specialist design support and funding as they develop their ideas to improve people’s connection with nature.

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New HS2 Innovation Accelerator focusing on rail systems and future maintenance has launched

The seventh HS2 Innovation Accelerator programme will look to develop new railway technology to help build the line and underpin future train service reliability.