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Scaling Innovation programme welcomes 16 innovators to develop solutions for accessible transport
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Scaling Innovation programme welcomes 16 innovators to develop solutions for accessible transport

The National Centre for Accessible Transport (ncat) has announced 16 innovators selected for its 2026 Scaling Innovation programme, supporting the development of solutions to break down transport barriers and drive long-term systemic change.
5 days ago
Funding available to trial freight and logistics innovations
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Funding available to trial freight and logistics innovations

Up to £110k and access to expert business support is available to innovators with ideas to tackle the sector’s biggest challenges.
2 weeks ago
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Search begins for innovators to make maritime operations greener

The new Ideas Elevator – Maritime Decarbonisation programme is set to support innovators with very early-stage business ideas in the maritime sector.
3 weeks ago
Chief Scientific Adviser celebrates five transport innovators
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Chief Scientific Adviser celebrates five transport innovators

Exceptional start-up firms participating in the Transport Research and Innovation Grants programme were recognised at the Connected Places Summit.
1 month ago
Data Action Plan sets out a connected vision for transport
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Data Action Plan sets out a connected vision for transport

Unlocking data promises multiple benefits for the movement of people and goods, says Sam Rose of the Department for Transport, a platinum sponsor of the Connected Places Summit.
1 month ago
Transport AI applications selected for business case funding
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Transport AI applications selected for business case funding

Three start-up businesses using AI to make transport systems smarter will be supported to develop their business cases.
2 months ago
Bristol Temple Meads to test latest in station innovations
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Bristol Temple Meads to test latest in station innovations

Systems designed to reduce passenger stress and make station surfaces less slippery will be trialled this spring.
2 months ago
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority and Connected Places Catapult join forces to target innovation-led growth
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South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority and Connected Places Catapult join forces to target innovation-led growth

The new collaboration aims to create opportunities for technology testbeds at strategic locations across the region and unlock infrastructure investment.
2 months ago
£725bn infrastructure pipeline in the spotlight as Connected Places Summit begins
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£725bn infrastructure pipeline in the spotlight as Connected Places Summit begins

Over 180 speakers from across transport, construction, local growth and data infrastructure are taking part in the third annual Summit in person and online.
2 months ago
Neil Sachdev MBE appointed as new Chair of Connected Places Catapult
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Neil Sachdev MBE appointed as new Chair of Connected Places Catapult

The highly experienced business and public sector leader will take the helm at an exciting time for the Catapult.
2 months ago
More big names join Connected Places Summit lineup
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More big names join Connected Places Summit lineup

The DfT’s Chief Scientific Adviser, the CEO of the National Wealth Fund and the Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy are among the latest speakers confirmed for the Summit.
2 months ago
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AI in Transport: 23 innovators selected to develop proposals

The organisations chosen will develop use case proposals that demonstrate how AI can transform the UK’s transport system.
3 months ago
Five Hydrogen Technology Demos Green Lit
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Five Hydrogen Technology Demos Green Lit

Technologies from offshore electrolysis to the UK’s first hydrogen-powered railway shunter will be showcased.
4 months ago
AI tech specialists selected for trial with major maritime clients
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AI tech specialists selected for trial with major maritime clients

Two participants in the Transport Accelerator: Maritime have been chosen to showcase their systems and develop their innovations with established industry partners.
5 months ago
Government boost for businesses to drive freight innovation
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Government boost for businesses to drive freight innovation

Government to provide £1.1 million in funding to help British businesses trial cutting-edge technologies, solving some of the biggest challenges in the freight and logistics sector.
5 months ago
Innovators to help reduce stress and improve safety through Bristol Temple Meads testbed
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Innovators to help reduce stress and improve safety through Bristol Temple Meads testbed

Reducing stress for passengers and making surfaces less slippery in wet or cold weather are two challenges being targeted by UK companies.
5 months ago

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