🔊 Apply now for the chance to join a 12-week, funded project developing and demonstrating a soundproofing solution that could be retrofitted in locations where secure conversations need to take place. The latest HMGCC Co-Creation challenge, Secure Speech, invites experts in acoustic dampening or reflection materials to apply to take part. Find out more and apply 👉 https://lnkd.in/eupECmwe #HMGCC #Soundproofing #Innovation #Technology
Connected Places Catapult
Research
London, England 48,279 followers
The UK’s innovation accelerator for cities, transport, and place leadership.
About us
Connected Places Catapult is the UK’s innovation accelerator for cities, transport, and place leadership. We provide impartial ‘innovation as a service’ for public bodies, businesses, and infrastructure providers to catalyse step-change improvements in the way people live, work and travel. We connect businesses and public sector leaders to cutting-edge research to spark innovation and grow new markets. We run technology demonstrators and SME accelerators to scale new solutions that drive growth, spread prosperity, and reduce carbon emissions.
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https://cp.catapult.org.uk
External link for Connected Places Catapult
- Industry
- Research
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- London, England
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2019
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Primary
1 Sekforde Street
London, England EC1R 0BE, GB
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170 Midsummer Boulevard
3Rd floor, The Pinnacle
Milton Keynes, England MK9 1BP, GB
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121 George Street
Glasgow, Scotland G1 1RD, GB
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University of Leeds
Leeds, Yorkshire LS2 3AA, GB
Employees at Connected Places Catapult
Updates
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“We created a digital twin to generate a virtual representation of Bristol Temple Meads in order to work out exactly what is keeping the station functioning, and keeping its occupants happy and healthy. With all of that information, we can generate a scenario for improvement.” Nick Tune, Director at Optimise AI, tells us how they installed digital twin technology at Bristol Temple Meads as part of the Station Innovation Zone testbed, to help inform rail managers of efficiency savings that could be found both inside and around the historic building. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/dMVJUFKV #SIZ #Energy #DigitalTwin #DigitalTwinTechnology #Innovation #Technology
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AI technology from Alchera Technologies is helping to reduce delays for drivers and cut the cost of roadworks. 🛤️ The new technology being trialled as part of a National Highways competition, in collaboration with Connected Places Catapult, was one of three finalists in the competition launched to find new ways to improve people’s experiences of roadworks. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/ewrR7CbE #NationalHighways #SME #AI #ArtificalIntelligence #Innovation #Technology
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This week, academics and SMEs were brought together to explore the work of the Climate Resilience Demonstrator (CReDo) at our demonstration and use case workshop. The event, by Connected Places Catapult and the Science and Technologies Facilities Council, offered the chance to dive into CReDo's digital twin, explore its source code, and network with experts in digital solutions, climate data, and resilience planning. Attendees also had the opportunity to conceptualise potential use cases and opportunities to leverage the CReDo approach and underpinning technology in new real-world settings. #CReDo #Climate #ClimateResilience #DigitalTwin #Technology #Innovation Alanna Gluck, M.Sc. Elliot Christou Domas Z.
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📰 The brand-new Design to Deliver programme is offering up to £50k to innovators that connect people with nature. In addition to funding to develop their solution, the programme will provide innovators with the opportunity to: ✏️ Work with a design consultancy who will champion design and help them embed it in their strategy 📍 Collaborate with a dedicated location partner to develop their solution in a real-world environment 🥼 Access sector-specific and technical support from the experienced Catapult team Find out more and apply at the link in the comments 👇 Connected Places Catapult, Digital Catapult, Satellite Applications Catapult, Innovate UK, Catapult Network #DesignToDeliver #Design #Innovation #Technology #Information #Nature
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📰 Hear how inclusive innovation is being championed in the West Midlands as part of the DIATOMIC programme. Twenty small businesses fronted by a diverse range of entrepreneurs in the region have been lined up to take part in the DIATOMIC Inclusive Innovation programme. Find out more at the link in the comments 👇 Karolina Medwecka-Piasecka, Andy C., Alex Cousins #DIATOMIC #InclusiveInnovation #ImpactMatters #NationalInclusionWeek
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We are pleased to announce that Connected Places Catapult will be a 2025 Northern Power Women Awards partner for the Inclusive Innovation category 💫 Faye Stevenson, Group People Officer, Connected Places Catapult, said: "Diversity is a driving force behind groundbreaking innovation. Connected Places Catapult is thrilled to partner with We Are Power once again, seeing how the inclusive innovation nominees are accelerating equity and empowering futures in inspiring ways." Find out more about the Northern Power Women Awards at the link in the comments 👇 #NPWAwards #WeArePower #PartnerAnnouncement
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“The beautiful thing about DIATOMIC is how it connects large organisations with specialist companies who have new solutions that haven’t been tried before. It really gave us an opportunity with Birmingham City Council, with whom we couldn’t have hoped to get an audience with otherwise. As a small organisation, it can be difficult to get anyone’s attention.” Paul O'Neill, founder of NolijWork, on the impact of the DIATOMIC UK Accelerator. Learn how the accelerator programme is helping innovators in Birmingham secure follow-on funding and unlock commercial opportunities. 👇 Graham Hygate Osmium Group Limited #DIATOMIC #WMIA #WestMidlandsInnovation #WMPlanforGrowth #Innovation #Technology West Midlands Growth Company Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce
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Explore real-world examples of non-urban areas leading the way in innovation! Our report, Beyond City Limits – Realising the Opportunities of Non-urban Innovation, showcases compelling case studies from across the UK. From cross-border partnerships to specialised industry hubs, discover how diverse communities are driving growth and resilience through innovative solutions. 👇 Download your copy at the link in the comments #BeyondCityLimits #Innovation #RuralGrowth #Sustainability
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NEW 📢 Three groundbreaking trials demonstrating hydrogen’s potential have begun. The projects, supported by the Hydrogen Innovation Initiative, aim to push new boundaries and showcase technologies for hydrogen production, conditioning, and end use. Find out more at the link in the comments 👇 Compact Syngas Solutions Limited Stratospheric Platforms Ltd PlusZero Ltd #HII #Hydrogen #HydrogenInnovation #Innovation Alan Nettleton Ash Gifford Daniel Hobbs Amit Mistry