Innovate UK

SmartKem Limited is a Manchester-based company that develops and markets organic semiconductors for various display technologies, including liquid crystal and organic light-emitting diode displays. Established in 2008, the company specializes in the design, development, industrialization, and technology transfer of low-temperature, solution-deposited organic semiconductors for use in transistor backplanes. SmartKem's patented TRUFLEX inks enable the production of organic thin-film transistor circuits on low-cost substrates, facilitating applications in mini-LED displays, AMOLED displays, fingerprint sensors, and logic circuits. The company generates revenue through the sale of these inks and demonstration products, contributing to the advancement of a new generation of displays and sensors.

Optrical Limited, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Rotherham, United Kingdom, specializes in the development and manufacturing of micro-optic elements. The company focuses on producing advanced micro-optic film products, primarily for LED and OLED lighting applications, as well as for optical anti-counterfeiting and traceability solutions. Their flagship products include Illumax, which enhances light extraction and management in lighting systems, and Authntrace, designed to provide authentication and traceability features. Optrical utilizes innovative designs and custom UV materials to create printed microstructures that effectively manipulate light, catering to various client needs in the optical sector.

DeGould Ltd is a leader in automated vehicle inspections, specializing in providing advanced imaging and machine learning software for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and their supply chains. The company's mission is to enhance value for customers through innovative automated vehicle inspections and high-quality imagery. DeGould has implemented its imaging solutions globally within major OEMs and supply chain partners, continuously advancing its technology to meet growing demand. Their latest innovation, Auto-compact, features high-resolution image capture in a compact design, utilizing a combination of lighting techniques to quickly produce hundreds of images. This technology employs artificial intelligence to detect minor imperfections such as scratches, dents, and wheel scuffs, effectively eliminating the need for manual inspections. By offering precise vehicle condition records and facilitating quality assurance during handover and inspection checkpoints, DeGould helps OEMs and their supply chains reduce costs and enhance product quality.