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 Smart Cities

ev.energy

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

Living Map

Debt Financing in 2021
Living Map Limited is a digital map and data platform based in Bath, United Kingdom, founded in 2010. The company specializes in creating an interface between people and their environments, offering services such as live positioning, live maps, live location, and live routing. Its platform combines interactive mapping technology with intuitive information design to facilitate the management and communication of vital information about physical spaces. This enables cities, businesses, and buildings to enhance user experiences, optimize operational costs, and effectively track assets and individuals in real time, both indoors and outdoors.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2021
Cloud Cycle is focused on transforming the concrete industry by addressing the significant waste and carbon emissions associated with concrete production. Each year, over 10 billion tons of concrete are produced globally, contributing to approximately 10% of global CO2 emissions, with around 5% of that concrete going to waste. Cloud Cycle has created an innovative on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete meets specifications, thereby minimizing waste. When surplus concrete does occur, the company operates a marketplace that connects sellers with potential buyers, helping to mitigate losses. By leveraging advanced technology, including the Internet of Things and machine learning, Cloud Cycle enhances the quality control of concrete deliveries and facilitates interventions to reduce operational costs and emissions. The company's goal is to save the industry billions while aiming for a reduction of global CO2 emissions by 1%.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2020
Cloud Cycle is focused on transforming the concrete industry by addressing the significant waste and carbon emissions associated with concrete production. Each year, over 10 billion tons of concrete are produced globally, contributing to approximately 10% of global CO2 emissions, with around 5% of that concrete going to waste. Cloud Cycle has created an innovative on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete meets specifications, thereby minimizing waste. When surplus concrete does occur, the company operates a marketplace that connects sellers with potential buyers, helping to mitigate losses. By leveraging advanced technology, including the Internet of Things and machine learning, Cloud Cycle enhances the quality control of concrete deliveries and facilitates interventions to reduce operational costs and emissions. The company's goal is to save the industry billions while aiming for a reduction of global CO2 emissions by 1%.
The Smart Container Company is an Internet of Things (IoT) startup that specializes in transforming traditional kegs and casks into smart containers. By utilizing advanced IoT devices, the company gathers real-time data on various factors such as volume, location, temperature, and motion. This innovative approach aims to enhance the draught beer supply chain, offering benefits such as improved revenue generation, increased operational efficiency, and a significant reduction in waste. Through its targeted support for growing firms, The Smart Container Company strives to optimize logistics and inventory management in the beverage industry.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2020
Cloud Cycle is focused on transforming the concrete industry by addressing the significant waste and carbon emissions associated with concrete production. Each year, over 10 billion tons of concrete are produced globally, contributing to approximately 10% of global CO2 emissions, with around 5% of that concrete going to waste. Cloud Cycle has created an innovative on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete meets specifications, thereby minimizing waste. When surplus concrete does occur, the company operates a marketplace that connects sellers with potential buyers, helping to mitigate losses. By leveraging advanced technology, including the Internet of Things and machine learning, Cloud Cycle enhances the quality control of concrete deliveries and facilitates interventions to reduce operational costs and emissions. The company's goal is to save the industry billions while aiming for a reduction of global CO2 emissions by 1%.

Streets Systems

Venture Round in 2020
Streets Systems offers real time data collection service to monitor footfall. The company installs sensor equipment and conducts video surveys to capture data. It deploys sensors to track people walking and cycling and measures speed and volume of motor traffic. The company integrate information into GIS applications. The company was founded in 2018 and is based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom.

UrbanThings

Grant in 2020
UrbanThings Limited, founded in 2002 and based in London, develops smart ticketing platforms aimed at enhancing the transportation sector. The company specializes in mobile ticketing and payment solutions, enabling passengers to book tickets online effortlessly. Its platform incorporates real-time passenger occupancy data, facilitating safer travel practices in a socially distanced environment. By capturing passenger data, UrbanThings aims to improve commuting services, reduce costs, and increase ridership through more efficient ticketing processes.

ev.energy

Grant in 2019
Our software manages EV charging, automatically optimizing for a greener, cheaper charge.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2019
Cloud Cycle is focused on transforming the concrete industry by addressing the significant waste and carbon emissions associated with concrete production. Each year, over 10 billion tons of concrete are produced globally, contributing to approximately 10% of global CO2 emissions, with around 5% of that concrete going to waste. Cloud Cycle has created an innovative on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete meets specifications, thereby minimizing waste. When surplus concrete does occur, the company operates a marketplace that connects sellers with potential buyers, helping to mitigate losses. By leveraging advanced technology, including the Internet of Things and machine learning, Cloud Cycle enhances the quality control of concrete deliveries and facilitates interventions to reduce operational costs and emissions. The company's goal is to save the industry billions while aiming for a reduction of global CO2 emissions by 1%.
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.

Wyld Networks

Grant in 2019
Wyld Networks Ltd, based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializes in wireless communication solutions tailored for the Internet of Things (IoT) across various sectors, including smart cities, retail, events, health, and industrial applications. Established in 2016 and previously known as flexiOPS Limited before rebranding in March 2019, the company focuses on providing affordable connectivity worldwide. Wyld Networks is particularly recognized for its innovative fixed and mobile mesh technology, which enables robust wireless connectivity for both devices and people. As a subsidiary of Tern Plc, Wyld Networks aims to enhance communication and connectivity in diverse environments through its advanced technological solutions.

Chief.AI

Grant in 2019
Chief.AI marshals global AI resources, channeling them on demand for metered consumption in a marketplace environment. Chief.AI makes it easy to discover and consume artificial intelligence programmatically! Connect your machine to Chief Artificial Intelligence and benefit from the world's premier AI services.

UrbanChain

Grant in 2019
The Leading Global Blockchain Infrastructure-Based P2P Exchange For Renewable Generators And Consumers UrbanChain has developed an innovative energy exchange system, harnessing the power of blockchain, AI and IoT, in order to create local energy markets. UrbanChain's solution offers significant savings in energy bills for consumers, brings renewable energy generators of all size to the mainstream market, and enables large consumers to meet their net zero carbon emission target. UrbanChain's solution is regulated with Ofgem and Innovation Link. We are growing in the UK market and all over the glob and offer values to energy markets by dis-intermediating the energy market and streamlining the connection between renewables and consumers.

COHESION Medical

Grant in 2019
COHESION Medical Ltd. is a Connected Citizen Health company building the safest, smartest and most streamlined health system in the world, improving global population health and wellness. COHESION.OS is making citizens more empowered, services more efficient and sciences more innovative.
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.

COHESION Medical

Grant in 2018
COHESION Medical Ltd. is a Connected Citizen Health company building the safest, smartest and most streamlined health system in the world, improving global population health and wellness. COHESION.OS is making citizens more empowered, services more efficient and sciences more innovative.
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.

IOTech

Seed Round in 2018
IOTech Systems Limited specializes in developing and deploying open and secure software edge platforms tailored for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). The company addresses critical challenges in IoT deployments, such as latency, network bandwidth, reliability, and security, which traditional cloud-only models cannot effectively manage. IOTech offers a scalable, software-defined compute infrastructure that allows applications and services to be orchestrated locally across various domains. Central to its offerings is EdgeX Foundry, an open-source edge software platform that promotes interoperability among devices, applications, and services. Additionally, IOTech provides Edge Xpert, a commercial-grade platform designed for IIoT edge computing, which includes full support and maintenance subscriptions. Their services encompass onboarding partner software, operational technology integration, platform testing, and tailored training solutions. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, IOTech aims to enhance the deployment speed of IoT systems while minimizing integration costs for its partners across diverse market sectors.

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.

BuffaloGrid

Grant in 2017
BuffaloGrid is a multi award-winning company with a mission to bring power and connect the next billion, helping frontier market smartphone users to use their phones more often and for more. We serve the billions of overlooked customers who with access to mobile digital services could improve their quality of life and business activities.

UrbanThings

Grant in 2017
UrbanThings Limited, founded in 2002 and based in London, develops smart ticketing platforms aimed at enhancing the transportation sector. The company specializes in mobile ticketing and payment solutions, enabling passengers to book tickets online effortlessly. Its platform incorporates real-time passenger occupancy data, facilitating safer travel practices in a socially distanced environment. By capturing passenger data, UrbanThings aims to improve commuting services, reduce costs, and increase ridership through more efficient ticketing processes.

Vivacity Labs

Grant in 2017
Vivacity Labs Ltd. specializes in providing hyper-local data solutions for smart cities and intelligent transport systems. Founded in 2015 and based in London, the company installs thousands of sensors across the UK to collect and analyze data related to traffic, parking, and public transport. This data is leveraged through advanced video analytics and machine learning technologies to generate deep insights, including predictive management for rail systems and real-time monitoring of road conditions. Vivacity aims to enhance the operations of transport managers by offering unprecedented visibility into traffic patterns and behaviors, ultimately contributing to reduced congestion and improved road safety. By integrating these insights into transport infrastructure, Vivacity is striving to revolutionize data collection and utilization in urban environments.

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.

BuffaloGrid

Grant in 2017
BuffaloGrid is a multi award-winning company with a mission to bring power and connect the next billion, helping frontier market smartphone users to use their phones more often and for more. We serve the billions of overlooked customers who with access to mobile digital services could improve their quality of life and business activities.

BuffaloGrid

Grant in 2017
BuffaloGrid is a multi award-winning company with a mission to bring power and connect the next billion, helping frontier market smartphone users to use their phones more often and for more. We serve the billions of overlooked customers who with access to mobile digital services could improve their quality of life and business activities.

BuffaloGrid

Grant in 2013
BuffaloGrid is a multi award-winning company with a mission to bring power and connect the next billion, helping frontier market smartphone users to use their phones more often and for more. We serve the billions of overlooked customers who with access to mobile digital services could improve their quality of life and business activities.
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