Startup secures £1.5 million to propel maritime innovation with predictive analytics

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A Newcastle-based startup, CetoAI, has secured £1.5 million in funding to revolutionize the maritime sector. This seed funding round was spearheaded by Howden Ventures and saw participation from Chaucer Group, Founders Factory, as well as existing investors from the Business Investors Group. CetoAI combines high-frequency data, engineering acumen, and artificial intelligence to target the reduction […]

Northumbria University to host the inaugural AI safety summit for the North East

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Northumbria University and Dynamo North East Collaborate to Present Dynamo Talks: The North East AI Safety Summit” In partnership with Dynamo North East, an industry-focused membership organization dedicated to advancing the tech sector in the North East, Dr. Kimberley Hardcastle and Dr. Colin Richardson from Northumbria’s Newcastle Business School are set to host an event […]

Newcastle welcomes the inauguration of Leonardo’s defence tech research site

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The international defence and security company, Leonardo, has inaugurated its 8th site in the United Kingdom. This new facility is a cutting-edge science and engineering center located within the Newcastle Helix innovation cluster. Situated within the state-of-the-art ‘Spark’ development, Leonardo Newcastle will primarily concentrate on research, development, and prototyping of Leonardo’s next-generation sensing, security, and […]

Expanding into new territories spurs growth for Newcastle-based technology consultancy

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A dynamic and rapidly growing technology consultancy, Test Driven Solutions (TDS), has made significant workforce expansions and established two international operations to meet the demands of its clients. TDS, a progressive technology consultancy based in Newcastle, specializes in assisting organizations in various sectors, including financial services, government, oil and gas, renewable energy, digital publishing, education, […]

Significant funding injection bolsters Northern Accelerator partnership

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Having revolutionized research commercialization in the North East of England and North Yorkshire, the significance of the Northern Accelerator partnership has garnered additional substantial funding at both regional and national levels. The consortium, comprising Durham, Newcastle, Northumbria, Teesside, Sunderland, and York universities, has successfully secured an extra £4.3 million from two distinct funding sources. This […]

Entry-level tech: London takes the lead, while the Northwest awaits growth

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The UK’s IT job market presents competitive salaries and flexible working options. However, for newcomers, the choices can often seem overwhelming. Should you pursue a career in coding, or opt for a DevOps role? Does specializing in security offer greater job satisfaction compared to focusing on cloud technologies? There’s a noticeable lack of guidance for […]

Oliver Phelan awarded the 2023 Oceanex Energy Scholarship

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Oliver is in the last year of his renewable energy engineering degree, concurrently holding a part-time position at WSP’s Newcastle office as an Undergraduate in Renewable Energy. He has received the Oceanex Energy Scholarship to aid his final-year project, which delves into the impact of strong winds on offshore wind turbines, particularly in the conditions […]

North Star has employed Dr. Tamara Topić to lead environmental initiatives

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NORTH Star has employed Dr. Tamara Topić, a sustainable shipping specialist, to head the implementation of its environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) strategy, further demonstrating its dedication to sustainable business practices aligned with global net zero objectives. Dr. Topić brings a wealth of experience and expertise in maritime sustainability, environmental impact assessment, and corporate […]

Interesting study to evaluate the feasibility of autonomous transportation

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A potential connection between the Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital (NSECH) in Cramlington and the forthcoming Seaton Delaval railway station, currently under construction, is currently under evaluation. The aim is to enhance public transport accessibility to the hospital. Innovate UK, a government-funded organization, has committed £160,000 to initiate a feasibility study for a zero-emissions autonomous […]

British universities to collaborate on global centers for advancing net zero innovations

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A multinational collaboration involving partners from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia is set to establish four Global Centers dedicated to advancing innovations in clean energy. Backed by a substantial £61 million (US$74.4 million) in funding, of which £18 million is provided by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), these Global Centers comprise: […]

Humly acquires M2 Education in confidential transaction

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A North East education specialist has entered into an undisclosed acquisition agreement with a Swedish group. M2 Education Ltd, a staffing firm with offices in Newcastle and Preston, has been acquired by Humly, an internationally recognized organization backed by private equity. This strategic move aims to support Humly’s ongoing growth strategy and the implementation of […]

Perform Partners and The University of Sheffield win ‘best cloud native product’

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Celebrating Excellence: Perform Partners and The University of Sheffield Win ‘Best Cloud Native Product’ at Computing Cloud Excellence Awards 2023! Hailed as the UK’s cloud industry pinnacle by Computing, Perform Partners and The University of Sheffield are thrilled to announce their joint victory in the prestigious Computing Cloud Excellence Awards 2023. They were awarded the […]

Government minister highlights vital role of north east’s cyber community

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Viscount Camrose, Government Minister for Cyber, made a historic appearance at Aspire CyberFest 2023, the North East’s premier cyber security conference. This groundbreaking moment marked the very first time a Government minister graced the event with their presence. Aspire CyberFest, jointly organized by Aspire Technology Solutions and CyberNorth, stands as the flagship event within CyberNorth’s […]

Value of UK renewables and clean tech sector could double by 2035

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The annual industry report from the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology paints a bleak picture of the UK’s green policy landscape, describing it as inconsistent and unreliable. Despite the current challenges, the report underscores the potential for significant growth in the UK’s renewable energy and clean technology sectors, with the market value potentially […]

Infinium commits £40 million investment in UK EV fleet charging real estate fund

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Infinium Logistics recently bolstered its electric vehicle (EV) charging real estate fund, FleetHubs, by injecting £40 million (€46 million) into the acquisition of three strategic sites across the United Kingdom. Managed in partnership with GreenPoint Partners, this move significantly expands the fund’s capital allocation, which now exceeds £70 million. Infinium, responsible for the development and […]