Suffolk Economy

Got a technology startup and need help with growth? Have lunch on us and find out how you can get grants, mentorship, workshops and desk space to help grow your business through the Barclays Eagle Labs programme delivered by Innovation Labs. Peter Basford Peter Brady Katie Snell Scott Cogman Julian Munson FELIXSTOWE FRIDAY 18TH OCTOBER 12-2PM https://lnkd.in/ef2qz5rt 12pm -2pm STOWMARKET FRIDAY 25TH OCTOBER 12-2PM https://lnkd.in/eSb3RSMS SUDBURY Monday 28th October 12-2PM https://lnkd.in/eubHVTgY LOWESTOFT  Monday 4th Nov 12-2PM   https://lnkd.in/ePWx_VQq

If you haven't already signed up for this event, please do! "Space Technology Applications for the Port, Maritime & logistics sectors" 12th November at the Innovation Centre, Knowledge Gateway with an introduction to the uses of space technology to support marine, port and logistics activities. Find out more on our events page! https://lnkd.in/eeJnqqPC AST Networks European Space Agency - ESA SuperSharp Stuart Catchpole Julian Munson Jai Raithatha Essex County Council Freeport East Ambitious Essex Karen Freeman James Allen Scott Cogman

Arrived at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit. Excited to connect with companies from around the globe and highlight all that Norfolk and Suffolk have to offer. The energy here is incredible, hearing already about how innovation is going to be key in tackling global food challenges. Connect with me if you’d like to meet - I’ve still got a few spaces left for later this week! Norfolk & Suffolk Unlimited James Allen Michael Cousens Joanne Kerrison Naomi Cooke Jennifer Wigzell Julian Munson Stuart Catchpole Space East

At Tech East we are passionate about Championing the fantastic tech companies in the region, Catalysing opportunities and Connecting the ecosystem. We have an exciting vision to fuel growth for the east through the deliberate creation of effective ecosystems around the major sectors and strengths for the region. This report confirms those strengths, the exciting companies that are emerging and helps inform the challenges we can overcome. The collaborative nature of our region is our super strength, and working together we can realise the exciting future. Tim Robinson John Dugmore Fiona Lettice Neil Miles Peter Brady Chris Sargisson Julian Munson Lisa Roberts Roberta Willner Jai Raithatha

Exciting to see UKTN’s report out today on Norfolk & Suffolk’s tech sector. Connected Innovation were key sponsors of this work along with Tech East and KPMG UK. You can view the report here: https://lnkd.in/eY8fhKCD James Allen I Scott Cogman I Katie Snell I Tim Robinson I Lisa Perkins I Julian Munson I Roberta Willner I Chris Starkie I Rob Hancock I Jai Raithatha I Innovate UK East I Joe Faulkner

🚀 Exciting Opportunity for SMEs in Eastern England! 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the final round of the £7.5m Innovate UK Agri-Tech and Food Tech Launchpad, designed to boost innovation in Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, and Lincolnshire. 🌱 Is your SME leading the way in agri-tech, food tech, or aquaculture? You could secure a share of £2.5 million in funding to drive your R&D and innovation projects forward. Whether you’re looking for minimal financial assistance (£25k-£100k) [https://lnkd.in/eK9CMt-H] or larger collaborative R&D funding (£150k-£300k) [https://lnkd.in/eVFdpHda], there’s support available for your business. To be eligible, your project should focus on: * Enhancing productivity in crops, livestock, or aquaculture. * Developing biotechnologies in agriculture, food, or nutrition. * Promoting safe, healthy, and nutritious diets. * Innovating low-emission food production methods. Don't miss out! The competition closes at 11am on Wednesday 6th November 🎯 . Apply now and make a lasting impact on the agri-tech and food tech sectors in Eastern England. 🌾 🔗 Learn more and apply https://lnkd.in/epSpbuBf Need help with your application? Take advantage of our free Innovation Grant Mentoring Project [https://lnkd.in/eJP-_GEE] for expert bid-writing support. 📞 For an informal chat, reach out to our local leads: James Allen (Norfolk) or Julie West (Suffolk). #AgriTech #FoodTech #Innovation #SuffolkSMEs #NorfolkSMEs #Funding Connected Innovation | Agri-TechE | Innovate UK | Innovate UK East | Julian Munson | Katie Snell | Scott Cogman | Jai Raithatha | Michael Gray | Lisa Roberts | Norfolk & Suffolk Unlimited

🚀 Exciting Opportunity for SMEs in Eastern England! 🚀 We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the final round of the £7.5m Innovate UK Agri-Tech and Food Tech Launchpad, designed to boost innovation in Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, and Lincolnshire. 🌱 Is your SME leading the way in agri-tech, food tech, or aquaculture? You could secure a share of £2.5 million in funding to drive your R&D and innovation projects forward. Whether you’re looking for minimal financial assistance (£25k-£100k) [https://lnkd.in/eK9CMt-H] or larger collaborative R&D funding (£150k-£300k) [https://lnkd.in/eVFdpHda], there’s support available for your business. To be eligible, your project should focus on: * Enhancing productivity in crops, livestock, or aquaculture. * Developing biotechnologies in agriculture, food, or nutrition. * Promoting safe, healthy, and nutritious diets. * Innovating low-emission food production methods. Don't miss out! The competition closes at 11am on Wednesday 6th November 🎯 . Apply now and make a lasting impact on the agri-tech and food tech sectors in Eastern England. 🌾 🔗 Learn more and apply https://lnkd.in/epSpbuBf Need help with your application? Take advantage of our free Innovation Grant Mentoring Project [https://lnkd.in/eJP-_GEE] for expert bid-writing support. 📞 For an informal chat, reach out to our local leads: James Allen (Norfolk) or Julie West (Suffolk). #AgriTech #FoodTech #Innovation #SuffolkSMEs #NorfolkSMEs #Funding Connected Innovation | Agri-TechE | Innovate UK | Innovate UK East | Julian Munson | Katie Snell | Scott Cogman | Jai Raithatha | Michael Gray | Lisa Roberts | Norfolk & Suffolk Unlimited

📡 Excited to be able to share some new bespoke support for the impressive East of England supply chain looking to break into or grow in the offshore renewable sector! We are offering support to enable you to de-risk your innovations. If you want to know more... ⁉ 💻 Take a look at the website: https://lnkd.in/ezJw2SvS 📅 Sign up to the webinar in collaboration with East wind:https://lnkd.in/ePy-Crip 🙋♀️ or reach out to have a chat!

Supported Internships provide a chance to develop new talent for businesses whilst providing a potentially life-changing opportunity for an individual aged 16-24 with Special Educational Needs or Disabilities. To develop your knowledge of what a supported internship is and whether it is right for your business why not engage with our Suffolk forum?

Skills Bootcamps in Norfolk and Suffolk have become a vital part of the skills offer across the two counties, meeting the needs of many businesses across a broad range of sectors. Here's to hopefully many more years of success!