Innovate UK

Founded in 2007, Innovate UK is a non-profit organization based in Swindon, UK. It supports businesses across various economic sectors by offering funding services to promote science and technology innovations.

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

Past deals in Transportation

ScubaTx

Grant in 2024
ScubaTx is a company focused on developing an advanced organ preservation system that utilizes the Persufflation method, a well-established technique aimed at enhancing organ transportation. By leveraging innovative software design, ScubaTx aims to provide significant cost savings for healthcare providers, thereby facilitating an expanded supply of viable organs for transplantation. The company’s technology is designed to protect and improve the condition of grafts during the preservation process, ultimately empowering clinicians worldwide to increase the availability of life-saving organs.

Brompton Bicycle

Grant in 2024
Brompton Bicycle is a British manufacturer renowned for its iconic Brompton folding bicycles. Established in West London, the company offers a range of products including bikes, electric bikes, accessories, and apparel, promoting sustainable urban transportation through its retail stores and e-commerce platform.

A Fleet for Change

Grant in 2023
A Fleet for Change offers Safe, sustainable and Shared transport in Sheffield.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2023
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Chassis Autonomy

Grant in 2023
Specialising in the design, development, and production of fail-operational steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire systems for L4 and L5 autonomous vehicles.

ScubaTx

Grant in 2023
ScubaTx is a company focused on developing an advanced organ preservation system that utilizes the Persufflation method, a well-established technique aimed at enhancing organ transportation. By leveraging innovative software design, ScubaTx aims to provide significant cost savings for healthcare providers, thereby facilitating an expanded supply of viable organs for transplantation. The company’s technology is designed to protect and improve the condition of grafts during the preservation process, ultimately empowering clinicians worldwide to increase the availability of life-saving organs.

TaiSan

Grant in 2023
TaiSan specializes in advanced battery technology for electric vehicles. It has developed proprietary quasi-solid gel polymer electrolyte and sodium-potassium metal anode, enhancing energy density and safety while enabling fast charging.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2023
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2023
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Chassis Autonomy

Grant in 2022
Specialising in the design, development, and production of fail-operational steer-by-wire and brake-by-wire systems for L4 and L5 autonomous vehicles.

Volant Autonomy

Grant in 2022
Volant Autonomy specializes in the development of autonomous flight guidance systems aimed at advancing the next generation of air mobility. The company focuses on enhancing operational safety and efficiency by providing services that include risk minimization, risk quantification, and trajectory planning. Through its innovative solutions, Volant Autonomy enables clients to achieve safe and scalable autonomous flight operations.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2022
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2022
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

OX Delivers

Grant in 2021
OX Delivers operates a smart logistics company focused on providing affordable, reliable transport services in underserved regions. The company offers zero-emissions electric trucks and a digital platform, aiming to enhance logistics efficiency, reduce costs, and expand market reach for businesses of all sizes.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2021
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Byway Travel

Grant in 2021
Byway Travel specializes in slow travel experiences that emphasize environmentally friendly and personalized holiday packages. The company offers a platform that allows travelers to create customized itineraries featuring scenic routes, local accommodations, and off-the-beaten-path experiences. By focusing on journeys that utilize trains and boats, Byway promotes sustainable travel while enabling users to discover lesser-known destinations. The platform facilitates online bookings and personalized trip recommendations, ensuring that travelers can enjoy a unique and memorable journey tailored to their preferences.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2021
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2021
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Meritor

Grant in 2021
Meritor, Inc. is a manufacturer of integrated systems, modules, and components tailored for the commercial vehicle and industrial markets. Established in 1909 and headquartered in Troy, Michigan, the company specializes in drivetrain, mobility, braking, and suspension solutions for various applications, including medium- and heavy-duty trucks, trailers, off-highway machinery, and defense vehicles. Meritor operates through two main segments: Commercial Truck, which focuses on supplying drivetrain systems and components like axles and brakes, and Aftermarket and Industrial, which provides replacement parts to commercial vehicle and industrial aftermarket customers. The company markets its products under several brands, including Meritor, Euclid, and AxleTech, and distributes them primarily in North America, South America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific. With over a century of experience, Meritor is committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the needs of original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket clients globally.

OX Delivers

Grant in 2021
OX Delivers operates a smart logistics company focused on providing affordable, reliable transport services in underserved regions. The company offers zero-emissions electric trucks and a digital platform, aiming to enhance logistics efficiency, reduce costs, and expand market reach for businesses of all sizes.

Volant Autonomy

Grant in 2021
Volant Autonomy specializes in the development of autonomous flight guidance systems aimed at advancing the next generation of air mobility. The company focuses on enhancing operational safety and efficiency by providing services that include risk minimization, risk quantification, and trajectory planning. Through its innovative solutions, Volant Autonomy enables clients to achieve safe and scalable autonomous flight operations.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2020
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Volant Autonomy

Grant in 2020
Volant Autonomy specializes in the development of autonomous flight guidance systems aimed at advancing the next generation of air mobility. The company focuses on enhancing operational safety and efficiency by providing services that include risk minimization, risk quantification, and trajectory planning. Through its innovative solutions, Volant Autonomy enables clients to achieve safe and scalable autonomous flight operations.

Atelerix

Grant in 2020
Atelerix Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, founded in 2006. It specializes in the storage and transportation of cells and tissues at room temperature, utilizing a patented technology that encapsulates biological products in a natural hydrogel. This innovative approach allows for the safe shipment and storage of viable cells, including suspended cells, planted cells, and stem cells, without the need for cryopreservation or harmful supplements. By protecting cells from biochemical and physical damage, Atelerix enables immediate use of cells and assays upon arrival, enhancing reliability in drug discovery and cell therapy applications. The company's technology contributes to more predictable and effective outcomes in medical and research settings.

Trojan Energy

Grant in 2020
Founded in 2016, Trojan Energy specializes in providing electric vehicle charging infrastructure solutions worldwide. The company offers on-street flat and flush charging points, addressing the challenge faced by vehicle owners without off-street parking.

Streets Systems

Venture Round in 2020
Streets Systems is a data collection service provider based in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, established in 2018. The company specializes in utilizing machine vision technology to monitor pedestrian and cyclist activity, as well as vehicular traffic. Streets Systems installs sensor equipment and conducts video surveys to accurately capture footfall data, tracking the speed and volume of both non-motorized and motorized traffic. The collected information is integrated into Geographic Information System (GIS) applications, enabling comprehensive analysis and insights into urban movement patterns.

HIVED

Grant in 2020
HIVED specializes in sustainable parcel delivery solutions. It focuses on the middle to final mile, aiming to enhance post-purchase experiences while reducing waste and providing real-time tracking for both shippers and recipients.

UrbanThings

Grant in 2020
UrbanThings is a London-based developer of smart ticketing platforms and public transport technology focused on Mobility as a Service. It provides mobile ticketing and payments to passengers worldwide and enables account-based tickets, real-time occupancy data, and online booking to support safer, more efficient, and higher-ridership transit services for cities and operators.

Wluper

Grant in 2020
Wluper Ltd. is a London-based company that has developed an advanced voice-based conversational AI platform focused on navigation and transportation. Founded in 2016, Wluper's product enables intuitive journey planning through a conversational interface, utilizing natural language processing and machine learning technologies. The platform features core components such as deep learning, recurrent neural networks, and speech recognition, allowing users to obtain information and plan journeys in a natural language format. By leveraging these advanced capabilities, Wluper aims to enhance user experiences and provide organizations with tools to improve workforce engagement and operational efficiency.

Urban Electric Networks

Grant in 2019
Urban Electric Networks develops a network of urban electric vehicle charging points designed to support mass adoption of electric vehicles in cities. The company emphasizes low-impact infrastructure that minimizes street clutter, enabling residents to charge their vehicles while maintaining a clean streetscape. Its pop-up charging hubs retract fully underground when not in use, allowing charging facilities to be located along streets without visible infrastructure. The approach focuses on convenient, city-friendly charging across urban areas.

Atelerix

Grant in 2019
Atelerix Limited is a biotechnology company based in Cambridge, United Kingdom, founded in 2006. It specializes in the storage and transportation of cells and tissues at room temperature, utilizing a patented technology that encapsulates biological products in a natural hydrogel. This innovative approach allows for the safe shipment and storage of viable cells, including suspended cells, planted cells, and stem cells, without the need for cryopreservation or harmful supplements. By protecting cells from biochemical and physical damage, Atelerix enables immediate use of cells and assays upon arrival, enhancing reliability in drug discovery and cell therapy applications. The company's technology contributes to more predictable and effective outcomes in medical and research settings.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2019
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Urban Electric Networks

Grant in 2019
Urban Electric Networks develops a network of urban electric vehicle charging points designed to support mass adoption of electric vehicles in cities. The company emphasizes low-impact infrastructure that minimizes street clutter, enabling residents to charge their vehicles while maintaining a clean streetscape. Its pop-up charging hubs retract fully underground when not in use, allowing charging facilities to be located along streets without visible infrastructure. The approach focuses on convenient, city-friendly charging across urban areas.

Clipper Automotive

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Clipper Automotive is a UK-based startup that develops and manufactures affordable electric taxis. It converts conventional taxis into electric vehicles, aiming to reduce emissions and provide cleaner transportation in urban areas. The company offers a subscription-based model for drivers, making electric taxis more accessible. Clipper Automotive has received support from InnovateUK and has raised £300k in pre-seed funding.

Urban Electric Networks

Grant in 2018
Urban Electric Networks develops a network of urban electric vehicle charging points designed to support mass adoption of electric vehicles in cities. The company emphasizes low-impact infrastructure that minimizes street clutter, enabling residents to charge their vehicles while maintaining a clean streetscape. Its pop-up charging hubs retract fully underground when not in use, allowing charging facilities to be located along streets without visible infrastructure. The approach focuses on convenient, city-friendly charging across urban areas.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2018
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

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.

DriverNet

Grant in 2017
Founded in 2016 by Ant Chisnall, DriverNet specializes in logistics software. Its platform bridges gaps between drivers, management, and customers, enhancing performance, driver experiences, customer service, and reducing emissions.

UrbanThings

Grant in 2017
UrbanThings is a London-based developer of smart ticketing platforms and public transport technology focused on Mobility as a Service. It provides mobile ticketing and payments to passengers worldwide and enables account-based tickets, real-time occupancy data, and online booking to support safer, more efficient, and higher-ridership transit services for cities and operators.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2017
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Vivacity Labs

Grant in 2017
Vivacity Labs Ltd. is a London-based company that specializes in hyper-local data solutions for smart cities and intelligent transport systems. Founded in 2015, it focuses on enhancing urban mobility by providing services such as car parking sensing, bus occupancy monitoring, and comprehensive traffic analysis. The company employs advanced technologies, including machine learning and artificial intelligence, to install thousands of sensors across the UK, including in Milton Keynes, the UK's first transport-focused smart city. These sensors collect unprecedented data from video feeds, enabling deep insights into transport operations and predictive management. Additionally, Vivacity Labs offers video analytics services that extract meaningful information from visual data and provides detailed transport metrics, such as speed, counts, and heat maps, through API access and online interfaces. By empowering transport managers with enhanced insights, Vivacity Labs aims to reduce congestion and improve road safety.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2017
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2016
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2015
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2015
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Aurrigo International

Grant in 2014
Aurrigo Group specializes in transport technology solutions, focusing on autonomous and semi-autonomous systems for various industries including aviation, ground handling, and cargo. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures original equipment manufacturer (OEM) products as well as autonomous vehicles tailored for urban environments, shopping malls, airports, and university campuses. Aurrigo's self-driving pods enhance first and last mile transportation, seamlessly integrating with traditional transport options like taxis and buses. The company also develops Aurrigo Connect, a comprehensive autonomous fleet management system that includes a customer booking app and backend control systems, ensuring efficient and safe deployments in urban settings. Aurrigo operates as a division of RDM Group.

Royal Mail

Royal Mail plc is a universal postal service provider based in London, United Kingdom, operating across multiple countries in Europe and North America. The company offers a range of services, including the collection, sorting, and delivery of letters and parcels under its well-known brands, Royal Mail and Parcelforce Worldwide. Additionally, it operates a ground-based parcel delivery network through GLS, which spans 36 European countries. Royal Mail also provides express parcel delivery and logistics services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes consumers, small and medium-sized enterprises, large businesses, and other postal operators. Established in 2013, Royal Mail is dedicated to facilitating efficient mail and parcel services in both business-to-business and business-to-consumer sectors.

Magnetic Systems Technology

Magtec designs and manufactures electric drive systems and components for all vehicle types. Magtec routinely undertakes the electric system installation design including all interfaces with the existing vehicle systems to meet the required EMC and safety standards. This will normally include the vehicle control system software development including CAN network interfaces and bridges. The company will work with a customer’s design team to develop the mechanical installation of the drive system into a vehicle. Magtec will also undertake the complete mechanical installation design if requested. Magtec has a highly skilled service department which together with our remote diagnostic tools allows us to provide after sales service and support worldwide. Magtec will also provide training to vehicle fleet operators or vehicle OEM's service agents as required.
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