 Plymouth recognised in UK's Modern Industrial Strategy
Plymouth has been recognised in the UK’s Modern Industrial Strategy for its national leadership in defence, marine innovation, and economic growth.
Babcock blueprint sparks new era for Plymouth’s City Centre and Freeport
Babcock’s Defence Dividend Blueprint will relocate over 2,000 staff to Plymouth’s city centre, create a new engineering and nuclear skills centre, and expand within the Freeport, driving high-value jobs, economic regeneration, and skills growth for the region.
Helsing to open new resilience factory in South Devon Freeport
Helsing has announced plans to open its first UK Resilience Factory in Plymouth, producing SG-1 Fathom at the National Centre for Marine Autonomy.
Great South West drives manufacturing boost with new plan, relaunch, and digital upgrade
The Great South West has launched a new plan and digital programme to boost advanced manufacturing and skills.
The Blue Sparks Community Grants Programme, launched by Plymouth Sound National Marine Park, provides funding to local groups in Plymouth to help people connect with and protect the marine environment.
Plymouth champions women in STEM
Plymouth is breaking down barriers for women in STEM through employer diversity efforts, inclusive education programs, and community mentorship, strengthening its reputation as a centre for women in engineering and manufacturing.
Alma Yard is growing with new expansion
Alma Yard is expanding with The Rope Building, adding new studios, coworking spaces, and hospitality to boost Plymouth’s creative community.
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 SSG Training & Consultancy
SSG Training & Consultancy, Plymouth-based specialists in health, safety, and HR, provide tailored training and consultancy to help businesses improve compliance and grow.
 Applied Automation
Discover how Applied Automation is leading the way in advanced engineering and automation – and why Plymouth provides the ideal environment for high-tech manufacturing and engineering businesses.
The Tech South West Awards 2025 Entry Deadline Extended!
The Tech South West Awards 2025 celebrate the best tech ideas and people in the South West. With 25 categories and free entry, this event brings together hundreds of innovators. Enter by Friday 8 August.
Supercharge your scaleup journey with Barclays EagleLabs
Supercharge your scaleup is a three-month hybrid programme offering expert workshops, one-on-one support, peer learning, and tailored connections for high-growth UK tech companies.
Knowledge Transfer Partnership business information session
The University of Plymouth offers free online sessions on Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and business support, with the next webinar on Friday 25 July.
The Plymouth Enterprise Hub offers free support and resources for local small businesses.
Free marketing templates from Enterprise Nation
Boost your small business online with Enterprise Nation’s free marketing templates to plan and create effective campaigns.
Discover! Creative Careers Month 2025
Discover! Creative Careers Month 2025 gives young people in England creative industry experiences, with opportunities to join in all November.
BIT Training is offering a free, one-hour AI Productivity Essentials webinar on Tuesday 15 July at 4pm, led by CEO Mike Dieroff, to help individuals and businesses use practical AI tools like ChatGPT and no-code automation for immediate productivity gains.
Skills Bootcamp: Future Climate Leaders
Future Climate Leaders is a 60-hour, mostly funded course for Devon and Cornwall enterprises of any size or sector, training staff to lead sustainability, with sessions from 11 September to 18 December.
Microsoft AI Agents for Beginners Course
This course has 11 lessons covering the fundamentals of building AI Agents. Each lesson covers its own topic so start wherever you like!
Cash Prize Competition Open to UK Small Business Owners
The FSB Small Business Big Summer Giveaway offers UK self-employed individuals and small business owners a chance to win a £10,000 cash prize to support business growth. Entries close on Thursday 31 July.
Innovation Challenge 2025 Opens to Technology Focused UK Businesses
The Innovation Challenge 2025 is open to UK tech-focused businesses, start-ups, and individuals, offering support and prizes for innovative projects. Apply by Wednesday 13 August.
New Round of £15,000 Innovation Vouchers for UK Businesses in AI
UK businesses can apply for up to £15,000 in BridgeAI Innovation Vouchers to explore AI and data science solutions. Applications close Sunday 17 August.
Sea for Yourself - Commission Two Open Call
Plymouth Culture are seeking an artist or collective with expertise in socially engaged practice and experience working with digital technology to develop a collaborative, co-created project rooted in community voices. Deadline for applications is Monday 1 September.
Support for Women-led UK Start-ups Focused on Social Impact
CatalyseHer offers a two-month programme supporting UK women-led start-ups focused on social impact, with tracks for early-stage and scaling businesses. Apply by Sunday 7 September.
Find a grant is a free UK government service that helps individuals and businesses search, check eligibility, and apply for government grants all in one place.
Plymouth Science Park Community and Networking
Join Plymouth Science Park for the next Dialogue community and networking event, hosted at the brand-new Elements Café at Plymouth Science Park on Wednesday 23 July.
MUKSW Clean Maritime drop in Session
The Clean Maritime offers a quarterly coffee morning type drop in session. This is aimed at businesses, research and government operating in clean maritime to come together, raise a hand and discuss a topic of their choice. Taking place on Monday 28 July.
Join Climate Mingles on 30 July in Plymouth to share climate tips, discuss challenges, and network with the local climate community working to cut carbon emissions.
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