Tag: Innovate UK

Innovate UK investment and new government-industry collaboration will help UK createch businesses scale, attract investment and expand globally. Innovate UK is investing in the UK’s next generation of createch innovators through Next Wave, a new growth programme for ambitious micro businesses and small to medium enterprises (SME) working at the intersection of creative and technology frontiers. The programme will support businesses to develop and commercialise innovative products and services, while connecting them to the expertise, markets and investment needed to scale from the UK. Innovation within the creative industry The…

Read More

Innovate UK is investing £2 million in 23 feasibility studies to accelerate advanced materials innovations across key UK growth sectors. The projects are the first to be supported through the National Materials Innovation Programme, announced as part of the Advanced Manufacturing Sector Plan within the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy. It brings together the people, expertise and investment needed to help turn the UK’s world-leading materials capability into real-world impact. The funding will help businesses assess the technical and commercial potential of innovations and build evidence for future development. Why materials…

Read More

Innovate UK announces its largest ever Women in Innovation cohort, supporting women founders in businesses across manufacturing, digital tech and life sciences. The 2026 cohort includes entrepreneurs working on innovations that could improve healthcare, strengthen supply chains, support the transition to net zero and help UK businesses compete in global markets. Of the 100 women recognised: 61 award winners will receive a £75,000 grant alongside 12 months of tailored business support, training, networking and mentoring opportunities a further 39 highly commended applicants will receive the same 12 month business support…

Read More