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We connect investors with the most exciting innovations across transport, built environment, and digital infrastructure in the UK.

Through our extensive network, investors have the opportunity to connect with this ecosystem of innovators, whether it’s university spinouts, promising SMEs or pioneering local authorities.

Why partner with us?

Discover the next big thing

Access cutting-edge innovations that are shaping the future of critical sectors.

Proven track record

Just in 2023/24, our programmes helped SMEs raise £90 million in private investment.

Exclusive opportunities

Join a network that delivers tailored introductions, product showcases, and direct exposure to high-potential innovators.

Private investments in SME innovation

SMEs are the backbone of innovation, transforming industries, driving economic growth, and tackling global challenges.

Find out how we connect SMEs and Investors and help them form beneficial partnerships.

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In 2023/24, our programmes helped stimulate:

267

tailored introductions between SMEs and potential investors.

497

product showcases giving direct exposure to potential customers, investors, and partners.

£90 million

raised in private investment by 43 SMEs we actively supported through our programmes.

Venture Capital & Net Zero investment

Through 3Ci (Cities Commission for Climate Investment), we connect private and venture capital firms with public sector net zero opportunities.

We tackle the barriers holding regions back including:

£200bn+ the Net Zero investment opportunity identified in London and the 11 UK Core Cities.
Regular city and investor engagement events
90% local government representation with direct access to local authorities driving net zero initiative

Connected Places Catapult is leading some of the most innovative investment initiatives that we see across the transport and place landscape. They are pushing the boundaries of investment, developing and testing new investment models that bring together public and private capital to address some of the biggest industrial challenges facing our society.

Arnold Du Toit

Founder, WeSprint – Investment Advisory

Cutting-edge transport projects receive £1.4 million to encourage innovation and deliver growth

32 pioneering projects granted a share of £1.4 million to drive innovation and revolutionise the UK transport sector. Ideas will boost economic growth by creating jobs – sparking further innovation and cementing the UK’s position as a global leader in green transport.

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Applications open for Transport Research and Innovation Grants

Innovators with ideas to address the UK’s most pressing transport challenges are encouraged to apply

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Researchers in Residence scheme welcomes first four academics to tackle built environment challenges

Specialists involved in railway decarbonisation, construction circularity and transport safety have been selected to join the new scheme.