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

News
A partnership of innovation fosters growth in Greater Manchester
On 15 February 2024, we celebrated the innovative partnership between Innovate UK and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), marking a year since the co-signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
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Driving innovation forward: Unveiling the West of England Local Action Plan
Innovate UK and the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority formalise their Innovation collaboration with a new co-created West of England Local Action Plan.
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AMREF Health Africa Open Innovation Challenge Information Session and Q&A
Join us for a question and answer session to discover more details about the Amref Health Africa Open Innovation Challenge.
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Developing sustainable roofing solutions for the social housing sector: an interview with ACTL
The Net Zero Places Innovation Network recently spoke with Stephen Pattenden from network member ACTL about their innovative roofing solution, Power Roof.
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Transforming bicycle security: an interview with BICYCURE
The Net Zero Places Innovation Network recently spoke with Ray Burridge from network member BICYCURE about their innovate bicycle security system.
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How collaboration and strong partnerships are powering AgriFood system innovation in Africa
Innovate UK AgriFood Africa Connect has brought together hundreds of partners in the UK and Africa to collaboratively develop new products and services to support food security and the sustainable management of AgriFood systems in Africa.
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Focusing on livestock for sustainable African AgriFood systems
In this article, we uncover three AgriFood Africa Innovation Awards that have improved food security and livelihoods by safeguarding livestock, highlighting scientific and technological advancements for scaling-up sustainable AgriFood systems across Africa.
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Innovate UK hosts Cross Government Climate Hub launch event
Innovate UK Business Connect, in collaboration with the Cross Government Climate Hub (CGCH), has hosted a successful launch event to announce the migration and partnership between CGCH and Gov News.
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Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) Centre of Excellence 'Spotlight and Case Studies' session in partnership with Cardiff University
The SBRI Centre of Excellence, in collaboration with the Cardiff University Business Innovation Network, is hosting a ‘Spotlight and Case Studies’ session on Tuesday, 12 March.
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Jet Zero Council Member Spotlight: Virgin Atlantic
Jet Zero Council Member Virgin Atlantic shares insights from the first ever 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) transatlantic flight by a commercial airline.