Innovate UK has opened a pioneering funding programme in the South West, to accelerate innovation and growth in the marine and maritime field.
Under the Launchpad programme, businesses and researchers can bid for Innovate UK grants ranging from £25k to £1 million for business-led projects that build on the region’s strengths.
The funding will support projects with businesses that are active, or growing their activities, in the marine and maritime innovation cluster in the Great South West – covering Dorset, Devon, Somerset, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
To sign up to the final online briefing session being held on 13 November 2023 and facilitated by the PASD Freeport team on behalf of Ocean Futures please complete the sign up form by clicking the link below.
It's time to charge ahead towards a greener future!
Join Connect Plymouth at Home Park on Tuesday 21 November for the upcoming event on Electric Vehicles (EV) and EV infrastructure as we make steps towards Net Zero. We'll explore the different ways we can make a positive impact on the environment and our local communities.
You’ll get the chance to test drive electric vehicles, speak to industry experts about the latest grants and opportunities and find out more about the EV charging network in Plymouth.
Join us for the Destination Plymouth Annual Conference on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.
Immerse yourself in a day filled with inspiration, networking, and learning. Whether you're a business owner, local resident, student or simply curious, this conference is a must-attend!
Our expert speakers will share their insights on various topics, including place branding, consumer data insights and intelligence, cruise industry, meetings and conference news and marketing plans for 2024 . Gain valuable knowledge and find out how you can contribute to the growth and success of Plymouth.
Visit the Plymouth Christmas Market and shop for delightful gifts from over 50 beautifully decorated Christmas cabins in the heart of the city centre, from Thursday 30 November to Sunday 17 December. Enjoy live entertainment, warm up with a mulled wine and tuck into delicious festive delights.
Shop a range of unique gifts and crafts from bespoke jewellery and handmade Christmas decorations to unique one-off lamps, there will be something for everyone -including the family pooch.
Make sure you bring an appetite as there will be a variety of stalls serving hot food and local grog to enjoy. If you’re after the perfect culinary Christmas gift, look no further than our artisan cheese maker, raw Devon honey stall and bottled Moonshine!
Soak up the atmosphere with daily performances from local choirs, steel bands, jazz singers and folk music, all adding a unique twist to our festive favourites.
The Skills Launchpad Plymouth team are delighted to invite employers, partners and stakeholders to the 2023 city-wide Skills 4 Plymouth Summit.
This is an opportunity to reflect on progress of the Skills 4 Plymouth plan and to inform priority actions ahead to ensure people have the right skills to enter into and progress in work; and employers have the people they need with the right skills for growth.
During the Summit, we will officially launch the new Unlocking Plymouth’s Potential strategy focused on better supporting young people seeking employment, education and training, and explore ways we can work together to enable youth employment opportunities.
Date: Thursday 23 November 2023,
Time: 8.30am arrival for 9am to 1pm Summit
Location: New Continental Hotel, Millbay Road, PL1 3LD
SME, Micro or Sole Trader in Devon or Somerset? if you're looking for help to improve your digital presence why not book a FREE 1-2-1 session with one of the Growth Hub’s Digital Business Advisers. Whether you need help with increasing your organic website traffic, SEO, getting started on social media or something else entirely they are there to guide you. While they can't fix your tech glitches they CAN help your business shine online!
Have you seen the latest Adult Hub Opportunities available at Skills Launchpad Plymouth?
If you're aged 25+ and living in Plymouth, click the link below to explore the latest opportunities from local training providers, support organisations and more.
As Plymouth City Council’s Adult Education provider, On Course South West has access to funding that allow us to provide course from entry level through to level 3 for Free. Our courses range from Maths, English, Science, Personal Development, Digital, Business Management, Health and Safety, Mental Health and Well Being and Health & Social care.
The Growth Hub invites you to this free 'Spotlight on Digital Tech' event, which will explore future digital trends to help your small business grow!
Whether you’re new to all things digital, would like to know more, or are confident with digital technology in your business, this free event will give you the insight you need to harness digital technologies to grow your business as well as connecting you to the right support to get you one step further.
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