 £2 million funding for England's seafood sector
An extra £2 million of funding has been made available to support the sustainability, productivity and resilience of England’s thriving seafood sector through the reopening of the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS).
Administered by Marine Management Organisation (MMO) on behalf of Defra, the scheme will deliver investment to support commercial and recreational fishers, and the aquaculture and processing sectors in a variety of areas. These include the health and safety of fishing crews, improving the value and quality of fisheries products, modifications to improve the energy efficiency of vessels, efforts to mitigate climate change, and innovations to support the longevity and diversification of the seafood sector.
Innovate UK Business Growth is latest partner of the Growth Forge programme
This collaboration enhances the Tech South West network with a service designed for ambitious, innovation-focused small to medium-sized companies, including Innovate UK grant winners.
Innovate UK Business Growth is a key part of Innovate UK’s comprehensive products and services portfolio. They support ambitious businesses on their growth journey with one-to-one expertise from over 400 innovation and growth specialists and scaleup directors located across every region and nation in the UK.
Plymouth Science Park gives hands-on experience of new Stratasys Polyjet and FDM machines
Plymouth Science Park is the largest centre for science and technology in its region, and it has just made a significant investment in two new Stratasys additive manufacturing machines, the Stratasys F770 and J55.
The science park has been running for over 25 years, expanding over time to fill 25 acres. It is home to a selection of large global businesses, local start-ups and academics. One of the main attractions of the location is the exchange of knowledge the park offers.
Business demand survey for hotel usage in Plymouth
Destination Plymouth is undertaking a city-wide survey to establish the requirements that businesses have for using hotels for business use. They are keen to understand the volume of rooms needed as well as identify peak seasons and booking challenges. Hotel use may not be solely for rooms, but also includes conference facilities, event spaces and meeting rooms.
If you are involved in booking hotels for your business, please complete the survey via the link below by 7th June 2024.
Tech SW Awards open for entries
The Tech South West Awards shine a light on the game-changing innovation taking place across the South West tech ecosystem.
From marinetech to aerospace, agritech, fintech, createch and advanced engineering, the awards celebrate the founders, organisations, entrepreneurs, accelerators, educators and sector suppliers that make the South West one of the best places to do tech. Innovation is worth celebrating.
Entry to the Tech South West Awards is free and the deadline for entries is 14 July.
 Discover! Creative Careers Week 2024
Do you want to inspire the future workforce of the Creative Industries?
Discover! Creative Careers Week returns this year from 18-22 November, and they're looking for employers in the Creative Industries to get involved with their nationwide and online activity.
This could look like partaking in the #discovercreativecareers digital campaign to showcase your existing careers resources, using the week to launch new career offers and programmes for young people, visiting a school to give a talk in an assembly or to deliver a workshop, opening up your workplace to local school and college tours.
Building a Strong Employer Brand in the Tech Industry
Tech South West Talent Partner EVO Talent has launched a whitepaper titled 'Building a Strong Employer Brand in the Tech Industry'.
Get your copy and delve into key aspects of employer branding for business owners, founders, and managing directors of UK-based tech companies.
Explore the essential elements of developing a strong employer brand with topics including:
- Attracting and retaining talent: Strategies to draw and engage skilled professionals.
- The role of culture in recruitment: Insights on leveraging company culture to attract suitable candidates.
- Employer branding best practices: Practical tips directly from industry experts.
Your employer brand is more important than ever—it differentiates you in the market, helping attract innovative talent. Find out more from the experts at Evo Talent to enhance your brand, reduce hiring costs, and boost employee loyalty.
We recently sat down with Paul Bird, Creative Director, to learn more about the Plymouth business Elixel.
 Help to scale-up and grow - Boost your leadership and management skills
The UK Government’s Help to Grow: Management Course is designed and delivered by entrepreneurs and industry experts at world-class business schools. Run over 12 weeks, the course includes online and face-to-face sessions, 1-to-1 mentoring and peer networking. With just one session a week, it is designed to fit around existing work and personal commitments.
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Your Small Business and You
Unlock the potential of AI for your business! Come and join City College Plymouth for their exclusive, FREE, workshop designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
Discover how AI can streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive innovation for your business. Whether you're new to AI or looking to deepen your existing knowledge, this workshop will provide practical insights and actionable strategies tailored to the unique needs of SMEs.
Oncourse South West FREE Training
Do you have a skills shortage in your business? Would you like access to a FREE suite of training that could be provided for a group of employees to help meet your needs?
As part of a Department of Education funded project MULTIPLY, Plymouth has been awarded £1.3 million to enhance numerical skills, including Level 2 equivalent and the GCSE qualification.
DCMS Create Growth Programme Competition 3
UK registered micro, small and medium enterprises in the creative sector can apply for funding of between £10,000 and £30,000 for innovation projects to grow their business. This funding is from the Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS).
Competition closes: Wednesday 19 June 2024 11:00am
Maritime Accelerator 2024 is now open
The Connected Places Catapult is looking for a cohort of up to 8 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to enter its Maritime Accelerator. This is a 5-month programme to nurture SMEs with pioneering solutions applicable to the maritime industry.
The programme gives participants the opportunity to access between £10,000 and £20,000 of programme funding to deliver a trial of their solution with one of the programme partners.
Women in Innovation Award 2024/25
Women within UK registered micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can apply for a share of up to £4 million to develop their exciting and innovative ideas. The £75,000 grant also includes bespoke business support.
Competition closes on Wednesday 10 July at 11:00am
 Ocean Tech Expo 2024 - 26-27 June
The Ocean Tech Expo will build on the success of three previous events and will showcase leading technical capability and near market innovation capable of decarbonising and increasing productivity across a range of offshore activity.
The event will feature 60+ speakers across 2 days and will focus on applications to the most relevant market opportunities for the SW region demonstrating technologies with cross cutting applications across markets including: offshore wind and renewables, defence, aquaculture and fishing and the decarbonisation of the wider maritime sector.
Ocean Tech Expo is brought to you by Maritime UK SW, a not for profit partnership of business, research and government dedicated to driving forward sustainable growth in the SW ocean economy. All proceeds from the event will be reinvested into the sector.
Make UK Meet the Maker: Applied Automation (UK) Ltd
Come join Applied Automation (UK) Ltd where you can meet the makers behind the scenes! Learn about applied automation technologies and how they are shaping the future. Get a glimpse of the latest tools and gadgets, and connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for innovation. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to see cutting-edge technology in action!
A unique opportunity to speak directly with manufacturers/suppliers/resellers and network with industry colleagues.
Great South West Regional Roadshow
As part of the Great South West’s work to promote the region and make the case at the national level, they are rolling out a series of regional roadshows this year across the GSW area with one in each of the four constituent geographies. These are being jointly curated with Chambers of Commerce in each patch to improve consistency in messaging across the business community.
Devon will host the first roadshow and it will be taking place on Wednesday 12 June at 8.30am at the Redcliffe Hotel in Paignton.
NHS Careers Showcase: Pathways to Progression
Head to the University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust’s Careers Showcase: Pathways to Progression on Monday 24 June from 10am to 1pm at City College Plymouth.
Are you curious about the diverse array of opportunities available at UHP? This event serves as a gateway for individuals, whether seasoned healthcare professionals, UHP employees, or those simply curious about career opportunities, to explore live vacancies and connect with professionals across various departments within the NHS.
Discover the pathways to progression and gain insights into the multitude of job roles that contribute to our healthcare system. Don't miss this chance to continue or start your journey towards a fulfilling career.
The Big Green Trail
Ever wondered what kind of wildlife can be found in Central Park, or fancied riding a bike for free or wanted to make your very own scrap sculpture? There are a whole range of activities you can take part in on #TheBigGreenTrail on Saturday 22 June.
Under four weeks to go until Armed Forces Week in Plymouth
With just under four weeks to go, Armed Forces Week plans in Plymouth are taking shape.
Armed Forces Flag Raising
The Armed Forces Flag Raising Ceremony takes place on Monday 24 June, marking the start of the Armed Forces Week.
Strength of Spirit Games The Rehabilitation Triathlon
Next up on Thursday 27 June on Plymouth Hoe is, The Strength of Spirit Games Rehabilitation Triathlon, hosted by the Royal Navy and sponsored by AECOM and The Royal Marines Charity, where tri-services and veterans compete in swim, cycle and row challenges. If you would like to take part in the Rehabilitation Triathlon, you can register your place on Eventbrite.
In addition to the triathlon, AECOM is proudly sponsoring the inaugural School Sports Partnership Junior Rowing Challenge, on the same day.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for generations to come.
Plymouth Armed Forces Day
On Saturday 29 June, Plymouth’s spectacular Armed Forces Day, in association with Babcock, returns to Plymouth Hoe with an epic programme of displays, demonstrations and entertainment. There will also be Military and Emergency Villages and a Veteran’s Village, sponsored by Royal British Legion, and live music and a free outdoor music concert sponsored by C & G Catering.
Babcock International is proudly supporting Plymouth Armed Forces Day for the tenth consecutive year. See technology in action on the Babcock stand, and find out about the wide range of career opportunities available too, including their award winning apprenticeship programmes.
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