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Electric HGVs put to the test in eFREIGHT trial
The recently initiated eFREIGHT 2030 trial is set to rigorously test electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and establish their viability within logistics fleets over the coming decade, according to Dynamon, the project's planning software provider.
£1.5M secured to develop wave-powered microgrid for Thai island
Eco Wave Power Global, a publicly traded onshore wave energy company, is pleased to announce that it has won a £1.5 million grant as part of a consortium led by Toshiba (UK) and Aquatera (UK) to design a pilot microgrid project for a remote island in Thailand.
Vicor modules help Saab UK innovate deep-sea exploration
Less than two years ago, two Saab remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) ventured over 3,000 metres into the icy waters of the Antarctic in search of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ship, Endurance, which sank in 1915.
UK signals step change for regulators to strengthen global AI leadership
The UK is on course for more agile AI regulation, backing regulators with the skills and tools they need to address the risks and opportunities of AI, as part of the Government’s response to the AI Regulation white paper consultation (6 February 2024).
£45 million of investment to unlock the potential of quantum
The announcement by Science Minister Andrew Griffith of a £45 million investment has marked a significant step towards enhancing the use of quantum technology across various sectors including healthcare, energy, and transport.
London Tech Week: Invest in people as much as tech
Investing in people as much as new technology was emphasised in various talks, panels and presentations that were held at London Tech Week from 10-12 June, which invited back innovators, investors and tech companies to share ideas and innovation.
Digital Catapult launches Hydrogen Sensor Accelerator to propel hydrogen tech
Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, announces five pioneering UK businesses chosen for a new Hydrogen Sensor Accelerator Programme.
Green tech at Coventry University’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering
The future of green transport technology has been on show at Coventry University’s Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME).
New wind turbines blades three times Angel of the North’s wingspan
The world’s most advanced wind turbine test facility will be built in Blyth, Northumberland, as part of an £86m investment in wind power R&D facilities aimed at reducing CO2 emissions and boosting the economy, Science, Research and Innovation Minister, Andrew Griffith, announced.
Un-jammable UK quantum navigation tech takes flight
In a first-of-its-kind achievement, the UK has successfully completed commercial flight trials of advanced quantum navigation systems that cannot be jammed or spoofed by hostile actors.