Reports

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Navigating innovation a regulatory sandbox framework for UK Maritime autonomy

This whitepaper explores the regulatory and operational challenges facing UK innovators in the maritime autonomy sector, particularly the lack of accessible, scalable pathways for early-stage testing of smaller uncrewed vessels.

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Driving change in transport: Strategic solutions for a connected future

This report explores critical challenges facing the transport industry, offering insights into the innovation pathways transforming mobility across the UK.

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Zero Emission HGVs and Infrastructure: Infrastructure Planning and Delivery

The delivery of public charging and refuelling infrastructure is critical in facilitating long-distance operations and adoption of zero-emission heavy goods vehicles.

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UK Innovation Districts Group: Developing youth entrepreneurial skills for the innovation economy

This study explores how supporting youth entrepreneurial skills can fuel prosperity and growth through the UK innovation economy.

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From Challenge to Opportunity: Senior Leaders on Procurement Innovation

The Senior Leaders Casebook is your essential guide to turning procurement into a strategic lever for innovation.

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Zero Emission HGVs and Infrastructure: Safety and Security

As fossil fuels are phased out, we need to ensure that battery electric charging and hydrogen refuelling operations are safe.

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Unlocking the Potential of Coastal Shipping for UK Freight

The UK’s freight system is dominated by road haulage, with around 80% of domestic goods moved by heavy goods vehicles.

People at a train station looking at an electronic information board displaying train schedules at Bristol Temple Meads, while a few others head towards the ticket barriers.

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Researching Interchange at Bristol Temple Meads

Connected Places Catapult has worked with inclusive design agency Mima to better understand how passengers experience interchange at Bristol Temple Meads.

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Birmingham’s innovation diplomacy with Ulsan: A model for transnational collaboration

Birmingham City Council, supported by Connected Places Catapult, developed a new report capturing its pioneering journey in international city-to-city collaboration with Ulsan, Republic of Korea.

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Pathways to an outcomes-based public realm

This report, developed by the Real Estate Innovation programme at Connected Places Catapult and TreesAI, sets out a new way to plan and develop public spaces.

Aerial view of the library of Birmingham Baskerville House Centenary

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Innovation in the west midlands: International Prospects and Place Partners

Connected Places Catapult has been instrumental in fostering innovation-driven growth in the West Midlands.

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Green Infrastructure Horizon Scan

Overview of the UK sector and opportunities to support growth.

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Maritime Future Fuel Trial & Demonstration Plan

A transition from feasibility studies to live trials and demonstrations is key to accelerating the adoption of maritime future fuels.

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Centres of Excellence Playbook

The National Shipbuilding Office’s Centres of Excellence Task and Finish Group has launched a Centres of Excellence (CoE) Playbook, developed in collaboration with Connected Places Catapult.

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The art of the possible: Unlocking the potential of community-based finance

Connected Places Catapult commissioned the Impact Investing Institute to undertake a short research project to explore opportunities for expanding community-based finance in the UK.

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Beyond sight behind barriers report

Adjusting the flightpath of UK drone traffic management to propel the industry skywards.

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CReDo: Data Sharing Principles Framework and Architecture

CReDo (The Climate Resilience Demonstrator) has potential to realise benefits across the infrastructure network.

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Opportunities for UK SMEs in the Indian Electric Two- And Three-Wheel Micromobility Market

This report supports Connected Places Catapult’s knowledge-sharing programme for UK SMEs looking to enter the Indian E2/3W vehicle ecosystem by partnering with Indian companies.

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Zero emission Airports (ZEA)

Decarbonising airport operations and developing the infrastructure to support zero-emission flight.

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Maritime Innovation Flagship Programme: Future Fuels Blueprint

The maritime sector faces several challenges in transitioning to net zero fuel use. Joined up decarbonisation planning across key stakeholder groups is needed to enable the successful adoption of future fuels.

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UK-Taiwan Innovation Twins for Net Zero report

The Innovation Twins Programme is an initiative designed to foster strategic collaborations between cities across international borders. It facilitates the exchange of innovations, investments, and technology trials, enabling partner cities to tackle shared challenges and promote sustainable urban development.

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Advancing Inclusivity in Micromobility

The expansion of Micromobility in the UK, with the introduction of many shared bike and scooter schemes, alongside e-cargo bikes for transporting freight, offers significant opportunities to reduce carbon emissions, while delivering substantial benefits to public health, transport accessibility and the economy.

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A practical guide to pre-market engagement

The incoming Procurement Act 2023 prioritises Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) to simplify processes, boost innovation, and enhance supplier diversity.

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Procuring innovation playbook

The Procuring Innovation Playbook is your go-to guide for breaking down procurement myths and unlocking innovation opportunities