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SMART Capital Equipment Fund Competitive Call

The SMART Capital Equipment Fund supports organisations in Wales to improve productivity, competitiveness and sustainable growth through investment in new and innovative capital equipment. This includes digitalisation, automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

St Davids Children's Society

St. David’s Children Society reflect on their success following their participation in a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) which has helped them to streamline the adoption process.

Student Innovation Awards

The Student Innovation Awards are a chance for young people to showcase their innovative ideas.

Down to Zero: Cynon Taf

Down to Zero: Cynon Taf Community Housing Group takes an innovative approach to decarbonisation with the help of SMART partnerships.

PlantSea tackling plastic pollution with seaweed and innovation support

Based in St Asaph, North Wales, PlantSea is tackling the global issue of pollution head-on through biodegradable, seaweed-based packaging.

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Innovation news

Innovation Funding Opportunities
12 Aug 2026
Innovate UK have a wide range of funding opportunities open to Welsh business to innovate and invest in Research, Development and Innovation.
UK Government Critical Minerals Programme Fund
11 Aug 2026
The UK Government has launched a £50 million Critical Minerals Programme to help strengthen domestic supply chains, support economic growth and accelerate the transition to clean energy.
Women TechEU 2026/27
7 Aug 2026
Women TechEU is an EU-funded project funding and supporting women leading deep tech startup companies from Europe.
National Manufacturing Day 2026
3 Aug 2026
National Manufacturing Day takes place on Thursday 24 September 2026 and manufacturers throughout the UK will once again be opening their doors.
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Innovation events

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