Knowledge Centre

Join this webinar to explore the insights gathered during the recent Space Technology in Japan Innovate UK Global Expert Mission (GEM).

Join our online session to explore how the Industry Skills Accelerator and other initiatives support skills development in UK Medicines Manufacturing.

Kiddiwhizz, the creator of the Whizzer™, the first-ever unisex and compact eco-toilet for children on-the-go, has significantly expanded its market presence with the support of Innovate UK. The company recently secured a £50,000 investment from two ‘Dragons’ Den’ entrepreneurs, further boosting its growth. By tailoring its support to meet Kiddiwhizz’s innovation needs, Innovate UK has provided crucial expertise in intellectual property (IP) protection, market expansion and strategic partnerships, ensuring the London-based company is well-positioned for continued growth.

Absolar Solutions, a University of Southampton spin-out, has been transforming the way organisations and households assess properties for renewable energy potential since 2020. With the tailored support of Innovate UK, Absolar has not only overcome operational challenges to create jobs and increase revenues but has also helped the UK reduce carbon emissions and fuel costs.

The Far Out Thinking Company, based in the Isles of Scilly, has developed an AI-powered tool to track the spread of Asian hornets across the UK, creating a critical line of defence for the nation’s biodiversity and agricultural ecosystems. Innovate UK has helped it develop its technology and as a business, to maximise the impact it can have in its target markets and its contribution to UK economic growth.

Sceenic, an award-winning leader in interactive viewing solutions based in London, has revolutionised co-viewing and watch party experiences with its cutting-edge technology. With Innovate UK’s 5G Global Business Innovation Programme in Japan and the business growth coaching that amplified its benefit, Sceenic has expanded its global footprint, targeting new markets and securing investment to drive further innovation.

Milbotix, a digital tech company based in Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire, is making waves in dementia care with its innovative SmartSocks®, a solution designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with dementia, autism and other learning disabilities. After Innovate UK funding and with support from Innovate UK Business Growth, the company recently secured a £500,000 equity raise and is growing its headcount. This funding is enabling Milbotix to begin manufacturing its first batch of SmartSocks® in preparation for a further round of fundraising aimed at expanding its market reach.

Inicio AI, a software company based in the Midlands, is transforming affordability assessment by businesses and optimising operations in the debt management space through AI. With funding and business growth support from Innovate UK, Inicio AI has secured a £1.75 million investment and is well-positioned to expand its market presence.

A delegation of UK and South African small businesses are meeting in London from the 4-7 November 2024 to discuss their collaborative projects. These strategic partnerships are accelerating UK and South African innovations in food, energy and water as well as positively impacting the local and wider community.

UK businesses to collaborate internationally to develop innovative net zero products and services via Innovate UK’s Net Zero Living Programme.