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Transport accessibility tech thrives following Catapult testbeds

Several innovators to have developed passenger assistance systems with the support of Connected Places Catapult have gone on to secure further trials or commercial success; among them Hello Lamp Post and Jnction.
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Meet the Academic helping aviation to plan future energy needs

Dr Jinning Zhang is developing efficient charging and refuelling networks for low emission aircraft, and championing the greater participation of women in engineering.
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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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West Midlands Logistics & Distribution Cluster – Board Member opportunity

Connected Places Catapult and West Midlands Combined Authority are launching the West Midlands Distribution & Logistics Cluster, designed to drive innovation and growth in the region’s logistics and distribution sectors.
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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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Call for Expressions of Interest: Airport Perimeter Monitoring

Connected Places Catapult, in collaboration with Glasgow Airport’s Living Lab, is inviting organisations and innovators to express their interest in demonstrating novel security technologies for perimeter monitoring and patrolling.
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Call for Expressions of Interest: Airside Automated Pavement Inspection

Connected Places Catapult and Glasgow Airport have collaborated to create the Connected Airport Living Lab, based at the airport, which is designed to be a collaborative R&D asset used to showcase UK-developed innovations, attract investment, and act as an innovation catalyst for the aviation sector.
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Enhancing Passenger Experience – AI in Transport Competition

Unlock the Potential of AI in Transforming the UK Transport Sector The Department for Transport (DfT), in collaboration with Connected Places Catapult, recognises the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in shaping the future of the UK’s transport system.
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Search begins for AI transport innovations that can enhance passenger experience

Funding and support are now available for innovators with ideas to improve transport with artificial intelligence (AI).
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Meet the innovator who pivoted from gaming to housing tech

Ben Roberts created a bestselling iPhone game before turning his attention to helping councils save money and improve living standards in social homes, with the help of the Diatomic UK Accelerator.
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Connected Places Catapult responds to Industrial Strategy consultation

Boosting economic productivity by unlocking the complexities of place and leveraging data and new digital technologies.