 Expert team appointed to deliver Plymouth’s bold city living vision
An WSP-led team will create a new masterplan to transform Plymouth city centre into a sustainable, vibrant place to live with thousands of new homes.
Completed Langage South site already powering local skills and careers
The completed Beaumont Way development at the Plymouth and South Devon Freeport provides four high-quality units and is already creating local skills, training and career opportunities.
University of Plymouth brain tumour researchers secure £2.8m funding
£2.8 million in new funding will enable the University of Plymouth’s Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence to accelerate development of better treatments for low-grade brain tumours.
Babcock leads new STEM pilot in Plymouth
Babcock will lead a new Government-backed STEM pilot in Plymouth, coordinating school engagement activities as part of a £182 million national skills drive under the Defence Industrial Strategy.
The Blue Sparks Community Grants Programme, backed by Plymouth Sound National Marine Park and The National Lottery Heritage Fund, has had its pot doubled to £40,000 to help grassroots groups deliver projects that connect local people with Plymouth’s marine environment and blue spaces
Plymouth Arts Cinema awarded National Lottery funding to deliver year-long project
Silver Screen is a programme with Fotonow offering older residents film workshops, screenings and storytelling projects focused on local heritage and community.
Plymouth Boat Fest to return this year
Plymouth Boat Fest will return to Plymouth Yacht Haven with an expanded show, including a larger Marine Technology Zone, more on-water demonstrations and a new standalone website for visitors and exhibitors.
Help shape plans for a new offshore research platform
Complete a short survey on potential sites south of Plymouth Sound for a new ACTOR offshore research platform, which will test offshore renewable technologies and monitor their environmental impacts.
Looking for further business news? Visit our news section on Invest Plymouth to read more.
 Scarlet PL
Our Business Spotlight video features Scarlet PL, a Plymouth‑based engineering company designing and manufacturing compact, reliable and cost‑effective production logging tools for oil and gas wells worldwide.
 Plymouth Enterprise Hub
The Plymouth Enterprise Hub provides free, comprehensive support for anyone looking to start or grow a business in the city.
South West Tech Investment Insights
The South West Tech Investment Insights reports highlight where funding is going in the region and help Plymouth firms improve their chances of securing growth finance.
SWIG Finance: 9 Steps to Buying a Business
Buying a business can be an exciting step toward both financial success and personal fulfilment. SWIG Finance’s new guide walks you through every stage, from planning to purchase.
GOV.UK's Find a Grant Service
The Government's find a grant service allows you to find grants suitable for your business with ease.
Looking for further business support and training? Visit our section on Invest Plymouth to read more.
 The Good Business Fund
The Good Business Fund are offering up to £15,000 of free creative and digital support to charities and social enterprises making a positive impact. The deadline is 15 January.
Growth Catalyst: Investor partnerships round two
An Innovate UK Growth Catalyst competition supporting high‑potential innovative businesses with combined grant funding and private investment to accelerate late‑stage R&D and commercialisation. Closes 3 February.
Increasing EV charging capacity on the strategic road network fund
An Innovate UK funding competition offering up to £10 million for collaborative projects that develop and demonstrate solutions to boost public EV charging for long-distance journeys on the strategic road network. The deadline is 25 March.
Looking for funding opportunities? Visit our section on Invest Plymouth to read more.
 The RUN Networking Session
Join The Really Useful Network for a low-pressure networking session focused on support, collaboration, and growth. Taking place on 14 January at The Crowne Plaza.
Early Dialogue Breakfast Event - Employment Rights Bill Update
A new Employment Rights Bill has been introduced, bringing important changes that affect workers, employers, and job seekers. Join Plymouth Science Park for an informative breakfast on 14 January, where experts from Wolferstons and InTech Staffing Solutions will break down what the bill means for you.
Make UK in association with PwC UK - Executive Survey 2026 Webinar
Join manufacturing leaders to discuss the Executive Survey 2026, exploring key challenges, drivers, and growth opportunities. The PwC-backed report publishes on 12 January. The webinar takes place on 15 January.
Preparing for Self Assessment 2026: What small businesses need to know
From April 2026, Making Tax Digital for Income Tax Self Assessment will bring significant changes to how self-employed individuals manage and report their finances. Join Enterprise Nation on 15 January for an informative 45 minute webinar where they will break down the upcoming MTD requirements and answer any of your questions on the topic.
South West Virtual Networking
Join the monthly FSB virtual networking meeting. It's a great opportunity to network, chat and discuss some of the issues that are affecting all small businesses at the moment. This months session will take place on 15 January.
Early Careers Fair 2026
On 17 January, Plymouth’s leading construction and manufacturing businesses - Building Plymouth and the Plymouth Manufacturers Group - will come together for a major joint recruitment drive, focusing on apprenticeships, graduate roles and wider employment opportunities.
Rocket Duck Startup Meetup
Rocket Duck is Digital Plymouth’s new event series designed to bring students, early-stage founders, and emerging entrepreneurs together to find collaborators, learn from experienced founders, and take those first steps toward launching a tech start-up. This meet up will take place on 29 January.
Net Zero and Climate Change: Getting Started as Individuals and Enterprises
Are you a professional, policymaker, student, or simply someone interested in understanding why reaching net zero carbon emissions matters? Join Net Zero and Climate Change, a free 3-hour online workshop on 11 March that explores greenhouse gas emissions and their real-world impacts.
Find more details on each event, as well as our full event list on our website.
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