Unlocking the potential of quantum: £45 million investment to drive breakthroughs
The government is investing a total of £45 million in the UK’s quantum sector – as part of its commitment to transforming into a quantum-enabled economy by 2033 – seizing this technology’s potential to overhaul healthcare, energy, transport and more. The projects receiving funding include the development of a high-tech brain scanner using quantum technology, […]
Pioneering microplastics project to quantify human health risks
A UK knowledge transfer research project has been launched to examine the impact of microplastics on human health as a crucial forerunner to the regulatory powers needed to tackle plastic’s presence in our food and drinking water, reports the Chemical Industry Journal. The project will see the Water Research Centre use a chemical imaging system, […]
Nick Broom PVL UK Interview
In the ever-evolving landscape of commercial fleet branding, Burgess Hill-based PVL UK’s name stands out. With a profound commitment to quality and a vision that transcends mere graphics, owner Nick Broom and his company have been leaving an indelible mark on the industry for over two decades. At the heart of PVL’s unique approach is […]
London ranks second globally for climate tech funding
London-based climate tech startups raised $3.5bn (£2.75bn) of funding in 2023, the second-highest globally and ahead of the San Francisco Bay Area. London was beaten only by Stockholm for climate tech funding, with startups based in the Swedish capital city securing $3.6bn. Startups in the Bay Area raised $2.7bn, followed by Boston at $2.4bn. Read […]
London Gatwick partners with Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology
London Gatwick has announced a partnership with the Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology (IoT), a collaboration between businesses and education providers to deliver technical skills and qualifications required in the region. By partnering with the Sussex and Surrey Institute of Technology, which launched earlier this academic year (2023-24), students will gain first-hand airport experience, […]
Climate tech leads as UK tech funding shows signs of recovery
Climate tech was the leading sub-sector for UK startup funding last year amid signs that VC funding activity is recovering. Last year UK startups raised $21.3bn (£16.8bn) across all tech sub-sectors, the UK’s third-best year for VC funding and behind only the outlier years of 2021 and 2022 when interest rates were at record lows. […]
UK launches International Science Partnership Fund worth £218 million
The UK government has launched an International Science Partnerships Fund worth £218 million of Official Development Assistance designed to help unlock potential and foster prosperity. The International Science Partnerships Fund puts research and innovation at the heart of UK international relationships, supporting researchers and innovators to work with peers around the world on the major […]
Have your say on skills needs in Sussex
The Sussex Chamber of Commerce, leader of the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) Future Skills Sussex, is inviting businesses across the county to participate in a skills survey. The purpose of the survey is to gather intelligence from Sussex businesses to help local education providers to ensure provision meets the skills needs of employers, now […]
Gatwick Diamond delegation attending 2024 Global Real Estate Conference
The Gatwick Diamond, with leading local and regional authorities, are joining forces with private sector affiliates to showcase the region to over 10,000 investors, developers, occupiers and local authorities at UKREiiF 2024. Under the Invest in the Gatwick Diamond umbrella, this is the region’s first-ever delegation to The UK’s Real Estate Investment and Infrastructure Forum […]
Gatwick Diamond Initiative Welcomes New Procurement Initiative
London Gatwick Airport has introduced a new procurement initiative in partnership with Crawley-based firm mnAi to enhance local and regional business opportunities. This development has been warmly welcomed by the Gatwick Diamond Initiative (GDI), a business-led partnership committed to fostering the growth of new and established companies in the region. Brett North, Chairman of Gatwick […]