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

Scott James O'Brien

Director, Innovation Finance

Nigel Walker

Deputy Director, Lending and Investor Partnerships

Dave Wilkes

Director of Innovation Ecosystem

Past deals in LED

SmartKem

Grant in 2024
SmartKem Limited is a Manchester-based company that specializes in the development and marketing of organic semiconductors aimed at enhancing the manufacturing of liquid crystal and organic light-emitting diode displays. Founded in 2008, SmartKem focuses on the design, development, industrialization, and technology transfer of low-temperature, solution-deposited organic semiconductors, specifically its patented truFLEX inks. These inks are applied on low-cost substrates to create organic thin-film transistor circuits, which are essential for a range of applications including mini-LED displays, AMOLED displays, fingerprint sensors, and logic circuits. The company generates revenue through the sale of truFLEX inks and demonstration products, positioning itself at the forefront of semiconductor innovation for next-generation electronic devices.

Optrical

Grant in 2024
Optrical Limited is a company based in Rotherham, United Kingdom, specializing in the development and manufacturing of micro-optic elements. Established in 2016, Optrical focuses on creating advanced optical products that utilize ultra-high and ultra-low refractive index UV materials. The company's primary offerings include Illumax, which provides light extraction and management films for LED and OLED lighting, and Authntrace, which delivers optical anti-counterfeiting and traceability solutions. By leveraging innovative designs and custom manufacturing processes, Optrical aims to enhance the functionality of lighting products and improve product security for various industries.

Kubos Semiconductors

Grant in 2023
Kubos Semiconductors Ltd, established in 2017 and headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, specializes in the development and commercialization of semiconductors. The company focuses on cubic-GaN technology, which is used to produce high-efficiency, low-cost light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Kubos Semiconductors leverages its intellectual property to create wafers for LED manufacturers, aiming to enhance energy savings through advanced semiconductor solutions.

Light Science Technologies Holdings

Grant in 2021
Light Science Technologies Holdings specializes in the development and manufacturing of electronic boards and lighting technology tailored for the Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) sector. The company is dedicated to providing innovative solutions that enhance plant monitoring and improve cultivation efficiency, enabling growers to maximize their yields while minimizing resource use. Its primary revenue stream comes from the Contract Electronics Manufacturing segment, where it applies its expertise to support various agricultural applications. Through its focus on research-proven methodologies, Light Science Technologies aims to advance agricultural practices and support sustainable growth within the industry.

Trojan Energy

Grant in 2020
Trojan Energy Limited is a UK-based company that specializes in providing innovative charging infrastructure solutions for electric vehicles. Incorporated in 2016 and located in Stonehaven, Trojan Energy focuses on the development and deployment of on-street flat and flush electric vehicle charging points. This initiative addresses the challenges faced by vehicle owners who lack access to off-street parking, enabling them to conveniently charge their vehicles wherever parking is available. By offering a practical and accessible charging system, Trojan Energy aims to enhance the user experience for electric vehicle drivers and support the broader adoption of electric mobility.

Circada

Grant in 2020
Circada's unique lighting controls improve health and well-being. This consists of an adapter that connects to existing tuneable white LED drivers and is simple to retrofit without the need for complex commissioning, with a standard light switch serving as its interface. We can provide additional configuration prior to installation if necessary for a specific project in order to match the lighting specification, once again providing advanced circadian lighting that is plug-and-play and commission free.

Moixa

Grant in 2015
Moixa Technology Ltd., established in 2005 and headquartered in London, specializes in developing energy storage systems for residential and commercial applications. The company offers a range of products, including battery systems, DC sockets, and DC LED lighting solutions, designed to optimize renewable energy usage and reduce costs. Moixa's GridShare software, integrated with its hardware, employs AI to learn and adapt to individual energy consumption patterns, maximizing savings and enabling users to harness solar power both day and night. The company serves a diverse range of clients, from utilities and network operators to homeowners and commercial markets, and operates as a subsidiary of Moixa Energy Holdings Ltd.

Moixa

Grant in 2012
Moixa Technology Ltd., established in 2005 and headquartered in London, specializes in developing energy storage systems for residential and commercial applications. The company offers a range of products, including battery systems, DC sockets, and DC LED lighting solutions, designed to optimize renewable energy usage and reduce costs. Moixa's GridShare software, integrated with its hardware, employs AI to learn and adapt to individual energy consumption patterns, maximizing savings and enabling users to harness solar power both day and night. The company serves a diverse range of clients, from utilities and network operators to homeowners and commercial markets, and operates as a subsidiary of Moixa Energy Holdings Ltd.

Moixa

Grant in 2010
Moixa Technology Ltd., established in 2005 and headquartered in London, specializes in developing energy storage systems for residential and commercial applications. The company offers a range of products, including battery systems, DC sockets, and DC LED lighting solutions, designed to optimize renewable energy usage and reduce costs. Moixa's GridShare software, integrated with its hardware, employs AI to learn and adapt to individual energy consumption patterns, maximizing savings and enabling users to harness solar power both day and night. The company serves a diverse range of clients, from utilities and network operators to homeowners and commercial markets, and operates as a subsidiary of Moixa Energy Holdings Ltd.
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