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 Transport and logistics

Scott Bros

Grant in 2025
Scott Bros. is a recycling, haulage, and plant hire business established in Thornaby-on-Tees. Over the years, they have developed their business by being customer-focused and offering flexible solutions to suit their customers' and clients' requirements. This is only possible due to their team of dedicated, hardworking staff, who strive to provide the possible service.

IVY TECH

Grant in 2024
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.

IVY TECH

Grant in 2024
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.

Flock Mobility

Grant in 2024
Flock Mobility, a UK-based B2B cleantech company, specialises in optimising electric vehicle (EV) fleets for shared transport services. Backed by the European Space Agency, Flock's AI-driven platform enhances vehicle utilisation, routing, and booking, empowering operators to reduce emissions, lower costs, and improve mobility access.

RoboK

Grant in 2023
RoboK Limited is a computer vision startup based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, founded in 2017. The company specializes in developing simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) algorithms and innovative 3D sensing technologies for various applications, particularly in the automotive and industrial sectors. RoboK aims to enhance safety and performance in industrial workplaces by maximizing the value of existing CCTV systems. Its platform provides a modular and scalable solution for object detection, classification, tracking, and depth estimation, enabling clients to transform passive visual data into actionable insights. The company collaborates with major critical infrastructure operators to optimize their operations through advanced visual analytics.

IVY TECH

Grant in 2023
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.

Unitrove

Grant in 2023
Unitrove is a clean energy solution provider. They maintain and review the environmental management system. Their services include clean energy, engineering, shipping, maritime, liquid hydrogen, bunkering, roads, and aviation.

AutoNeura

Grant in 2022
AutoNeura is a technology company that specializes in developing intelligent software aimed at enhancing the connection between physics and engineering in the automotive sector. Its innovative solutions enable vehicle manufacturers, institutions, and hardware providers to conduct complex tests on vehicle propulsion systems more efficiently and cost-effectively. By utilizing proprietary software on existing hardware, AutoNeura facilitates comprehensive testing in laboratory settings, significantly reducing the expenses associated with propulsion system development and testing. The company's offerings empower vehicle developers to optimize control systems, manage data and analytics, and streamline the vehicle development process, ultimately improving profitability within the automotive value chain.

Unitrove

Grant in 2022
Unitrove is a clean energy solution provider. They maintain and review the environmental management system. Their services include clean energy, engineering, shipping, maritime, liquid hydrogen, bunkering, roads, and aviation.

EVware

Pre Seed Round in 2022
EVware is a next-generation digital platform that supports mobility companies in integrating advanced digital interfaces and connected services across various vehicle types. By leveraging its human-machine interface (HMI) and connected vehicle technology, EVware enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to analyze data from mobility products effectively. This innovative approach allows OEMs to deliver sustainable transportation solutions to market more quickly and at significantly reduced costs compared to traditional methods. As a result, EVware plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and affordability of vehicle development in the evolving mobility landscape.

IVY TECH

Grant in 2021
IVY TECH Ltd is a multidisciplinary research and innovation company focusing on pushing the boundaries by enabling the technologies to make the fourth-industrial revolution a reality. Vison – Empowering and revolutionising organisations to be the global leaders in engineering and technology. Mission - Assisting organisations by providing cutting-edge solutions to compete in the global market.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2021
Cloud Cycle is a technology company focused on improving the concrete industry through innovative solutions. It has developed an on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete is delivered in compliance with specifications, thereby minimizing waste. The company leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning to predict potential quality issues and recommend timely interventions in the concrete delivery process. By addressing the significant problem of concrete waste, which accounts for a substantial financial cost and contributes to global CO2 emissions, Cloud Cycle aims to save the industry billions while promoting sustainability. Additionally, the company has established a marketplace for the local resale of surplus concrete, further enhancing resource efficiency. Through its advanced technology and commitment to the circular economy, Cloud Cycle seeks to transform the concrete sector and reduce its environmental impact.

Navenio

Grant in 2020
Navenio Limited is a software technology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, specializing in location-based services for indoor environments through mobile applications. Established in 2015, Navenio's innovative platform enhances indoor localization without the need for additional hardware, such as beacons or Wi-Fi. By utilizing advanced techniques like fingerprinting of the electromagnetic spectrum and indoor mapping, Navenio's solutions enable clients across various sectors, including retail, transportation, venues, and healthcare, to efficiently locate individuals and improve workforce productivity. The company's intelligent workforce solution automates processes based on established best practices, leading to significant enhancements in staff efficiency and operational workflows.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2020
Cloud Cycle is a technology company focused on improving the concrete industry through innovative solutions. It has developed an on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete is delivered in compliance with specifications, thereby minimizing waste. The company leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning to predict potential quality issues and recommend timely interventions in the concrete delivery process. By addressing the significant problem of concrete waste, which accounts for a substantial financial cost and contributes to global CO2 emissions, Cloud Cycle aims to save the industry billions while promoting sustainability. Additionally, the company has established a marketplace for the local resale of surplus concrete, further enhancing resource efficiency. Through its advanced technology and commitment to the circular economy, Cloud Cycle seeks to transform the concrete sector and reduce its environmental impact.

eTEU

Grant in 2020
eTEU is a startup focused on optimizing and digitalizing documentation processes within the maritime logistics sector. By developing a blockchain-based platform, eTEU connects various participants in the international supply chain, including freight shippers and forwarders, facilitating the transition from traditional paper-based documentation to digital management of shipments. The company's solution automates the drafting of trade documentation, significantly reducing the time and administrative costs associated with organizing cross-border shipments. This innovative approach helps to eliminate information silos and enhances operational efficiency for all stakeholders involved in international trade.

Skyfarer

Grant in 2020
Skyfarer is a company focused on making drone operations accessible through its Drones-as-a-Service platform. It provides comprehensive drone services that eliminate the need for capital investment, catering to various sectors including healthcare and infrastructure. Skyfarer's expertise in compliance, automation, and mission delivery enables efficient operations while minimizing emissions and facilitating Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) capabilities. The company also operates a division called Infinite by Skyfarer, which offers rapid drone inspections, modeling, and surveillance. Their real-world deployments include significant initiatives such as the UK's first medical drone corridor and the world's first drone superhighway, showcasing the potential of unmanned aerial vehicles to transport vital medical payloads like blood and pharmaceuticals, ensuring timely deliveries without contributing to road congestion or increasing fossil fuel emissions.

FuelActive

Grant in 2020
FuelActive Ltd is a manufacturer specializing in fuel delivery systems aimed at addressing fuel contamination issues. Founded in 1998 and based in Cardiff, United Kingdom, the company designs and develops innovative solutions, including fuel injectors and pumps, that significantly reduce fuel-related breakdowns, component replacements, and maintenance needs. Its products are tailored for various sectors, including construction, mining, transport, military, power generation, marine, and agriculture, ultimately enhancing fuel efficiency and minimizing harmful emissions. Formerly known as Fairwater Fuel Systems Limited, the company rebranded to FuelActive Ltd in June 2007. Through its comprehensive fuel pick-up unit, FuelActive provides an effective solution to the global challenge of fuel contamination, ensuring improved operational reliability for its clients.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2020
Cloud Cycle is a technology company focused on improving the concrete industry through innovative solutions. It has developed an on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete is delivered in compliance with specifications, thereby minimizing waste. The company leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning to predict potential quality issues and recommend timely interventions in the concrete delivery process. By addressing the significant problem of concrete waste, which accounts for a substantial financial cost and contributes to global CO2 emissions, Cloud Cycle aims to save the industry billions while promoting sustainability. Additionally, the company has established a marketplace for the local resale of surplus concrete, further enhancing resource efficiency. Through its advanced technology and commitment to the circular economy, Cloud Cycle seeks to transform the concrete sector and reduce its environmental impact.

Corridor Technology

Grant in 2020
Corridor Technology is a technology company. It will entail the development of a fully standardised imagery and video data review system to allow asset inspectors in road, rail and energy corridors to review remote condition monitoring data (RCM), output from Corridor’s Machine Learning systems.

Porterbrook Leasing Company

Grant in 2020
Porterbrook Leasing Company Limited is a prominent provider of railway rolling stock and associated equipment leasing services in the United Kingdom. Established in 1994 and headquartered in London, with an additional location in Derby, the company specializes in leasing a diverse fleet that includes passenger vehicles, freight wagons, and locomotives. Porterbrook also engages in the sale of vehicles for uses beyond main line operations and leases various station equipment, such as ticket gates and passenger information systems. Furthermore, the company offers maintenance services along with vehicle and fleet refurbishment to ensure operational efficiency and reliability. Through its comprehensive portfolio, Porterbrook supports both freight and passenger train operating companies, contributing to a safe and sustainable railway infrastructure.

Navenio

Grant in 2020
Navenio Limited is a software technology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, specializing in location-based services for indoor environments through mobile applications. Established in 2015, Navenio's innovative platform enhances indoor localization without the need for additional hardware, such as beacons or Wi-Fi. By utilizing advanced techniques like fingerprinting of the electromagnetic spectrum and indoor mapping, Navenio's solutions enable clients across various sectors, including retail, transportation, venues, and healthcare, to efficiently locate individuals and improve workforce productivity. The company's intelligent workforce solution automates processes based on established best practices, leading to significant enhancements in staff efficiency and operational workflows.

Cloud Cycle

Grant in 2019
Cloud Cycle is a technology company focused on improving the concrete industry through innovative solutions. It has developed an on-truck device and sensor array that integrates with a cloud-based platform to ensure concrete is delivered in compliance with specifications, thereby minimizing waste. The company leverages the Internet of Things (IoT) and machine learning to predict potential quality issues and recommend timely interventions in the concrete delivery process. By addressing the significant problem of concrete waste, which accounts for a substantial financial cost and contributes to global CO2 emissions, Cloud Cycle aims to save the industry billions while promoting sustainability. Additionally, the company has established a marketplace for the local resale of surplus concrete, further enhancing resource efficiency. Through its advanced technology and commitment to the circular economy, Cloud Cycle seeks to transform the concrete sector and reduce its environmental impact.

Navenio

Grant in 2019
Navenio Limited is a software technology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, specializing in location-based services for indoor environments through mobile applications. Established in 2015, Navenio's innovative platform enhances indoor localization without the need for additional hardware, such as beacons or Wi-Fi. By utilizing advanced techniques like fingerprinting of the electromagnetic spectrum and indoor mapping, Navenio's solutions enable clients across various sectors, including retail, transportation, venues, and healthcare, to efficiently locate individuals and improve workforce productivity. The company's intelligent workforce solution automates processes based on established best practices, leading to significant enhancements in staff efficiency and operational workflows.

Navenio

Grant in 2018
Navenio Limited is a software technology company based in Oxford, United Kingdom, specializing in location-based services for indoor environments through mobile applications. Established in 2015, Navenio's innovative platform enhances indoor localization without the need for additional hardware, such as beacons or Wi-Fi. By utilizing advanced techniques like fingerprinting of the electromagnetic spectrum and indoor mapping, Navenio's solutions enable clients across various sectors, including retail, transportation, venues, and healthcare, to efficiently locate individuals and improve workforce productivity. The company's intelligent workforce solution automates processes based on established best practices, leading to significant enhancements in staff efficiency and operational workflows.

Petalite

Grant in 2018
Petalite Limited, established in Birmingham, UK, in 2014, specializes in developing advanced electric vehicle (EV) charging technologies and services. The company focuses on creating durable charging infrastructures designed for various electric vehicles, including heavy goods vehicles, buses, trains, and aircraft. Petalite's signature SDC Technology ensures a lifespan of up to 30 years, offering clients reliable solutions with low future costs.

Dearman

Grant in 2017
Dearman Ltd., established in 2011 and headquartered in London, specializes in developing and delivering clean cold and power technologies. The company's core product, the Dearman engine, is a piston engine driven by the expansion of liquid nitrogen or liquid air, producing zero-emission power and cooling. This technology is applied in various sectors, including refrigerated transport systems for cooling cargo in trucks, backup power and cooling for buildings, and assisting the main drive engine in city buses and urban vehicles. Dearman's innovations aim to reduce operating costs, fuel usage, and emissions, while maintaining low capital costs. The company is currently in commercial trials for its transport refrigeration application, with plans for multi-country trials later in 2016.

Petalite

Grant in 2017
Petalite Limited, established in Birmingham, UK, in 2014, specializes in developing advanced electric vehicle (EV) charging technologies and services. The company focuses on creating durable charging infrastructures designed for various electric vehicles, including heavy goods vehicles, buses, trains, and aircraft. Petalite's signature SDC Technology ensures a lifespan of up to 30 years, offering clients reliable solutions with low future costs.

Cella Energy

Grant in 2013
Cella Energy Limited is an advanced materials company based in Didcot, United Kingdom, with additional operations in Florida. Founded in 2011, it specializes in developing and producing innovative hydrogen storage materials capable of storing up to one liter of hydrogen per gram at room temperature. These materials are designed for various applications, including transportation and portable power industries, as well as military power solutions for unmanned systems. Additionally, Cella Energy manufactures radiation shielding materials to protect space satellites from harmful radiation, thereby extending their operational life. The company offers a range of production facilities and systems, catering to low, medium, and high power applications.

Cella Energy

Grant in 2013
Cella Energy Limited is an advanced materials company based in Didcot, United Kingdom, with additional operations in Florida. Founded in 2011, it specializes in developing and producing innovative hydrogen storage materials capable of storing up to one liter of hydrogen per gram at room temperature. These materials are designed for various applications, including transportation and portable power industries, as well as military power solutions for unmanned systems. Additionally, Cella Energy manufactures radiation shielding materials to protect space satellites from harmful radiation, thereby extending their operational life. The company offers a range of production facilities and systems, catering to low, medium, and high power applications.
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