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Browse through our collection of news, perspectives and webinars to gain a deeper understanding of the Innovate UK Business Connect culture and sector intelligence.

Embracing circularity in Nigeria
Perspective
 22nd Sep 2025

Embracing circularity in Nigeria

Innovate UK Global Alliance Africa is pleased to share this report on the Circular Fashion industry in Nigeria, delving into the disposal of imported second-hand clothing, environmental harm from synthetic dyes, and reliance on unsustainable materials.

Net Zero Adopt & Accelerate: Connecting local demand with innovation
Event
12th Nov 2025
Manchester

Net Zero Adopt & Accelerate: Connecting local demand with innovation

A connecting event to help you adopt, embed, and scale net zero innovation, starting with the right framework.
Skills Needs for NDT Adoption in Nuclear Submarine Maintenance
Perspective
 18th Sep 2025

Skills Needs for NDT Adoption in Nuclear Submarine Maintenance

A new report from the Workforce Foresighting Hub, sponsored by the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE) and delivered by the MTC through the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, outlines the future skills and capabilities required to implement Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) analysis systems in the maintenance of in-service nuclear submarines.

Growth in motion: expansion with Innovate UK support
Case Study
 18th Sep 2025

Growth in motion: expansion with Innovate UK support

Software consultancy, Cambridge Kinetics, is transforming business productivity with Kinabase - an innovative AI-powered platform that combines the flexibility of a spreadsheet with the organisation and control of established business tools. With tailored business growth support from Innovate UK, the company has secured £100,000 of public funding, grown its team by five, strengthened its cyber resilience and established a distributor-led international strategy that is generating new revenue streams and increasing profitability.
Shape a new standard for built environment digitalisation webinar
Event
1st Oct 2025
Online

Shape a new standard for built environment digitalisation webinar

Join BSI's webinar to gain a deeper understanding of a new standard for the construction and built environment sector and hear from experts. Find out how you can contribute to shaping the standard and advance the use of AI in your sector.
Innovate UK Announces Global Expert Missions in Engineering Biology
News
 17th Sep 2025

Innovate UK Announces Global Expert Missions in Engineering Biology

Innovate UK is excited to announce the launch of two Global Expert Missions (GEMs) in Engineering Biology, set to commence this autumn. These missions are part of Innovate UK’s strategy to foster international collaboration in key technology sectors with strategic partners.

Shaping the future: Meet the Future Leaders Fellowship trailblazers of 2025
News
 17th Sep 2025

Shaping the future: Meet the Future Leaders Fellowship trailblazers of 2025

Innovate UK is celebrating the next generation of research and innovation leaders. Thirteen new business fellows are joining the Future Leaders Fellowships programme to develop breakthrough solutions – from gene therapies and sustainable housing to carbon storage and AI health diagnostics.

Addressing UK health inequalities– what does it mean for businesses and entrepreneurs?
Event
11th Nov 2025
Online

Addressing UK health inequalities– what does it mean for businesses and entrepreneurs?

The Healthy Lives Community of Practice at Innovate UK Business Connect is delighted to be part of UK Longevity Week 2025.
Global Business Innovation Programme - Critical Minerals and Materials, Canada briefing event
Event
19th Sep 2025
Online

Global Business Innovation Programme - Critical Minerals and Materials, Canada briefing event

Join us for an online briefing event to learn more about the Critical Minerals and Materials Global Incubator Programme in Canada.
Join Innovate UK as an Expert Assessor in Advanced Connectivity Technologies
News
 16th Sep 2025

Join Innovate UK as an Expert Assessor in Advanced Connectivity Technologies

Applications are currently closed. Are you a professional with industry experience, applied practice or lived expertise in your field, with a passion for innovation? Do you want to contribute to the success of future innovators? If so, apply to be an Expert Assessor and help shape the UK’s innovation ecosystem.

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