South Devon College has announced two fully funded Bootcamps for adults (19+) looking to step into the maritime sector. Maritime Engineering & Royal Navy Careers A dynamic two-week Level 3 programme for those currently not in employment, education or training. Participants will train in the Marine Academy workshops, get practical experience on the water and […]
New support to bid for DRIVE35 Scale-Up Funding The DRIVE35 Scale-Up Fund is a major, ongoing grant funding programme. It offers funding to help UK companies scale-up manufacturing and industrialise advanced propulsion technologies. Hydrogen is in scope when applied to vehicles, such as in fuel-cell integration, hydrogen storage, and thermal or energy management systems. GW-SHIFT […]
Limited Silver & Bronze Opportunities Remaining Plymouth and South Devon Freeport have secured a premium stand to showcase the National Centre for Marine Autonomy (NCMA) and the strength of our regional industry, academia and government partnerships. With over twenty contributors confirmed (including all Platinum and Gold spots filled) we now only have Silver and Bronze […]
Events and Training AI x Sustainability: Business Opportunities and Challenges: 19th November 2025 All are welcome to attend our free, 2-hour in-person event exploring real-world opportunities and challenges at the intersection of AI and sustainability in business. Hosted on the University of Plymouth campus, the event will feature experts from industry and academia, including representatives […]
Engineering is one of the most dynamic and fast-evolving sectors in the UK – driven by constant innovation, new technologies and the need to solve global challenges. From aerospace to maritime, automotive to energy, engineers today are designing smarter systems, developing cleaner technologies, and shaping the industries that will define our future. This National Engineering […]
Powering the Future Safely: Demystifying Hydrogen for a Low-Carbon World 21 November, 12:00–13:00, Online Join GW-SHIFT for an insightful one-hour online session exploring how to safely harness hydrogen in your projects, products, or policies. Professor Joan Cordiner, Head of the School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering at the University of Sheffield, will share expert […]
The Plymouth and South Devon Freeport are hosting free Lunch & Learn webinars as part of an autumn series, featuring expert-led sessions on regional growth, offshore renewable energy, and underwater technology. 🔹 Offshore Wind: Ocean Tech Needs Into The Future Hear from Simon Cheeseman, Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, as he explores innovation in offshore wind […]
Founded by world-renowned industrial designer Christopher Duffy, Hari Innovations re-imagine power boating for a sustainable future. Their bespoke boats feature a pioneering combination of low-carbon materials, sustainable engineering, and solar electric propulsion systems. Hari combines these elements to reduce emissions through the entire life-cycle of their boats. Offering a quiet, elemental boating experience in tune […]
Theme: How can SMEs Access the International Defence Sector 24th November 2025 10:00 – 15:30 *including lunch Battlelab, Dorset The Ministry of Defence’s UK Defence Exports team is delighted to invite you to an SME Surgery, taking place at Battlelab in Dorset. These bi-monthly surgeries are open to businesses that would like to meet with […]
In September 2024, The MOD announced an additional £4.4bn investment over 10 years into His Majesty’s Naval Base (HMNB) and Babcocks Devonport Royal Dockyard to support the next phase of the Royal Navys submarine works and the Continuous at Sea Deterrent (CASD). The requirement to maintain the Royal Navys fleet in Plymouth extends beyond 2070 […]
