Innovate UK

Innovate UK is a non-departmental public body established in 2007 and based in Swindon, United Kingdom. Funded by a government grant, it supports innovation in science and technology by providing funding services to businesses across various sectors and regions. The organization aims to drive productivity and economic growth by facilitating advancements that contribute to the UK’s economic landscape. In addition to funding, Innovate UK offers a range of services and information related to business and economic development, thereby fostering a supportive environment for innovation.

Mike Biddle

Programme Director of Industrial Strategy Challenge Fund

Will Drury

Executive Director, Digital and Technologies

Paul Gadd

Deputy Director

Dr. Tom Jenkins

Deputy Director

Tim Murley

Interim Chief Investment Officer

Scott James O'Brien

Director, Innovation Finance

Dave Wilkes

Director of Innovation Ecosystem

Past deals in Electric Vehicle

Unitrove

Grant in 2022
Unitrove has incredible power that involves in cleaner, greener and cheaper energy for a sustainable future.

Earth Rover

Grant in 2022
Earth Rover Limited specializes in developing robotic agriculture systems tailored for farmers, focusing on applications such as scouting, weeding, and selective harvesting. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Newport, United Kingdom, the company leverages technology initially designed for the ExoMars Rover, adapting it for precision farming. Their autonomous farming robots are equipped with advanced tools and integrate with a smart data platform, allowing farmers to enhance current agricultural practices and move towards more autonomous farming solutions.

ev.energy

Grant in 2022
Our software manages EV charging, automatically optimizing for a greener, cheaper charge.

OX Delivers

Grant in 2021
Global Vehicle Trust is a charity organization established to develop a cheap and rugged vehicle for rural areas in developing countries. Global Vehicle Trust was established by Torquil Norman and asked Gordon Murray to develop a prototype vehicle suitable for rural parts of developing countries. Norman was originally inspired by the 1980s Africar book.

Ovon Home

Seed Round in 2021
Ovon Home creates beautiful & easy to install smart home devices, offering superb comfort & energy saving in a stylish way. Traditional Radiator Valves waste energy, ”Smart” radiator valves simply waste your money instead. The new Ovon heating system, including our micro-thermostat environmental sensor, smart radiator valve and boiler controller, offers a cutting-edge, self-charging platform that eliminates waste and provides a future-proof, energy-saving solution. With the capacity for remote diagnostics and predictive maintenance, Ovon’s products have the potential to revolutionise home servicing while improving comfort. The company operates globally through both our US product development arm, Ovon Home Inc. and our UK based research and consultancy arm, Ovon Technology Ltd.

Addionics

Grant in 2021
Addionics limited designs and develops rechargeable batteries for electronic vehicles. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in London, the United Kingdom with additional office in Tel-Aviv, Israel.

Bonnet

Grant in 2021
Bonnet Ltd., founded in 2019 and based in London, develops a charging-as-a-service platform that simplifies access to public electric vehicle chargers. The company aims to alleviate the inconvenience faced by drivers who must register for multiple charging networks. Bonnet offers a subscription service that enables users, both individuals and businesses, to utilize any public charger through a single account. The platform not only provides access to a comprehensive network of charging points across Europe but also features real-time charger availability information and contactless payment options. This approach enhances the user experience while promoting a more visible and accessible charging infrastructure for businesses.

Levistor

Grant in 2021
Levistor is a British company that is developing a low-cost, durable energy storage technology that will enable super-fast charging of electric vehicles.

OX Delivers

Grant in 2021
Global Vehicle Trust is a charity organization established to develop a cheap and rugged vehicle for rural areas in developing countries. Global Vehicle Trust was established by Torquil Norman and asked Gordon Murray to develop a prototype vehicle suitable for rural parts of developing countries. Norman was originally inspired by the 1980s Africar book.

Connected Energy

Grant in 2021
Connected Energy Ltd specializes in energy storage solutions through its E-STOR technology, which repurposes used electric vehicle batteries for stationary energy storage systems. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, the company is a subsidiary of Future Transport Systems Ltd. E-STOR enables businesses to store excess energy for later use, optimizing energy efficiency and savings. This innovative technology is compatible with various electric vehicle battery packs, allowing it to communicate using the original equipment manufacturer's proprietary protocols. Connected Energy's systems are operational in several European countries, including the UK, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands, with capacities ranging from 60 kW to 1.2 MW, and plans for larger installations exceeding 10 MW. The company's services cater to multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, industry, retail, utilities, and local authorities.

ZeroAvia

Grant in 2020
ZeroAvia, Inc. designs zero-emission aircraft specifically for commercial short-haul trips. Founded in 2017 by Val Miftakhov, the company is headquartered in Hollister, California, with an additional office in Cranfield, United Kingdom. ZeroAvia develops a hydrogen fuel cell system that powers electric propulsion, enabling practical zero-emission aviation. The company initially targets a travel range of 500 miles for regional aircraft accommodating 10 to 20 passengers. This innovative approach significantly reduces operational costs, offering four times lower fuel and engine maintenance expenses compared to traditional aviation solutions.

enee.io

Grant in 2020
enee.io designs and develops battery monitoring systems that make both users and suppliers of renewable power systems more profitable.

Mocean Energy

Grant in 2020
Mocean Energy focuses on developing innovative technologies that capture wave energy to support the transition to a zero-carbon future. The company has created an energy converter that enhances the generation and utilization of electricity from renewable sources. This converter employs a power take-off mechanism that transforms kinetic energy from ocean waves into electricity. As a result, Mocean Energy enables the use of reliable and cost-effective renewable energy for various subsea applications, including control systems, remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), and autonomous underwater vehicles.

Diode

Grant in 2020
Diode is a tech start-up that builds tools to make electric vehicle infrastructure easy to implement for everyone.

Electrogenic

Grant in 2020
Electrogenic specializes in converting classic cars into all-electric vehicles, combining vintage aesthetics with modern technology. The company sources retro automobiles and restores them while integrating electric drivetrains, allowing customers to enjoy environmentally friendly transportation without sacrificing style. By offering these modification services, Electrogenic provides a sustainable alternative for classic car enthusiasts who wish to embrace modern advancements in automotive technology.

Ovon Home

Seed Round in 2020
Ovon Home creates beautiful & easy to install smart home devices, offering superb comfort & energy saving in a stylish way. Traditional Radiator Valves waste energy, ”Smart” radiator valves simply waste your money instead. The new Ovon heating system, including our micro-thermostat environmental sensor, smart radiator valve and boiler controller, offers a cutting-edge, self-charging platform that eliminates waste and provides a future-proof, energy-saving solution. With the capacity for remote diagnostics and predictive maintenance, Ovon’s products have the potential to revolutionise home servicing while improving comfort. The company operates globally through both our US product development arm, Ovon Home Inc. and our UK based research and consultancy arm, Ovon Technology Ltd.

Trojan Energy

Grant in 2020
Trojan Energy Limited specializes in providing charging infrastructure solutions for electric vehicles globally. Founded in 2016 and based in Stonehaven, United Kingdom, the company focuses on the installation of on-street flat and flush electric vehicle charging points. This innovative approach addresses the needs of vehicle owners who lack access to off-street parking, facilitating the broader adoption of electric vehicles.

Evince

Venture Round in 2020
Evince Technology Ltd develops diamond-based semiconductor devices that reduce carbon dioxide emissions. It offers diamond power semiconductor devices, including diodes, electron field emission triodes, and directional field emission transistors that connect power electronic systems to a mains electricity grid. The company’s products are used to improve the performance wind turbines and fuel cells and reduce the energy requirement of motors. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Durham, United Kingdom.

Evince

Grant in 2020
Evince Technology Ltd develops diamond-based semiconductor devices that reduce carbon dioxide emissions. It offers diamond power semiconductor devices, including diodes, electron field emission triodes, and directional field emission transistors that connect power electronic systems to a mains electricity grid. The company’s products are used to improve the performance wind turbines and fuel cells and reduce the energy requirement of motors. The company was founded in 2004 and is based in Durham, United Kingdom.

Gravitricity

Grant in 2020
Gravitricity develops a novel storage technology which offers some of the best characteristics of lithium batteries and pumped storage.

ev.energy

Grant in 2019
Our software manages EV charging, automatically optimizing for a greener, cheaper charge.
Urban Electric's mission is to create the world's largest urban electric vehicle charging network. Our unique 'pop-up' charging hubs retract fully underground when not in use, minimising the impact on the streetscape so they can be conveniently located right in the street where you live.
Urban Electric's mission is to create the world's largest urban electric vehicle charging network. Our unique 'pop-up' charging hubs retract fully underground when not in use, minimising the impact on the streetscape so they can be conveniently located right in the street where you live.
Urban Electric's mission is to create the world's largest urban electric vehicle charging network. Our unique 'pop-up' charging hubs retract fully underground when not in use, minimising the impact on the streetscape so they can be conveniently located right in the street where you live.
Urban Electric's mission is to create the world's largest urban electric vehicle charging network. Our unique 'pop-up' charging hubs retract fully underground when not in use, minimising the impact on the streetscape so they can be conveniently located right in the street where you live.

HyDIME

Grant in 2018
HyDIME is an Innovate UK funded project that uses an environmentally friendly form of hydrogen as a fuel for a commercial ferry operating between Shapinsay and Kirkwall in Orkney. The project aims to make waves in the marine industry by proving the safe integration and use of hydrogen on vessels. One of HyDIME’s goals is the design and physical integration of a hydrogen injection system on a commercial passenger and vehicle ferry which will be the first of its kind worldwide. The project uses cleanly produced hydrogen from renewable energy. Excess energy generated from Orkney’s abundance of wind and tidal power is being used to produce hydrogen via electrolysis, resulting in carbon-free, ’green’ hydrogen. The HyDIME project provides a stepping stone to accelerate and de-risk future hydrogen marine projects and will contribute towards growing the hydrogen economy in the UK.

Lightfoot

Debt Financing in 2018
Lightfoot is an innovative cleantech engineering company that specializes in developing real-time vehicle technology aimed at improving driving efficiency and reducing emissions. Their dash-mounted device connects directly to a vehicle's engine, providing drivers with audible and visual guidance to promote a more fuel-efficient driving style. This technology not only enhances fleet compliance but also contributes to driver wellbeing. With a commitment to delivering practical and cost-effective solutions, Lightfoot focuses on addressing real-world global challenges without unnecessary complexities. Based in the South West, the company has earned recognition for its advancements, winning 22 innovation and engineering awards, and strives to remain ahead of its competitors through a straightforward and honest approach to engineering.

Petalite

Grant in 2018
Petalite Limited develops battery for smart phones. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

Oxa

Grant in 2017
Oxbotica develops autonomous vehicle software. They provide autonomy software that has low compute power requirements. They use laser vision and radar for localization, redundancy, and cloud management services that enable businesses to help bring autonomy to vehicles.

Petalite

Grant in 2017
Petalite Limited develops battery for smart phones. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
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