Press releases
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DAERA and Digital Catapult event showcases how collaboration and innovation can help industry address climate change challenges
Around 70 representatives from government, industry and other stakeholders recently gathered at CAFRE’s Loughry Campus for an event showcasing innovative…
Published 13 Nov 2024

Digital Catapult set to ‘light up’ deep tech innovation in Northern Ireland
Applications are open for an initiative designed to accelerate the practical application of deep tech across Northern Ireland’s growing industries.…
Published 24 Oct 2024

Digital Catapult launches Hydrogen Sensor Accelerator to propel hydrogen technology into UK’s industrial landscape
Digital Catapult launches Hydrogen Sensor Accelerator to propel hydrogen technology into UK’s industrial landscape
Published 30 Jan 2024

Startups and industry experts work together to transform smart manufacturing in latest Smart Nano NI programme
Nine companies from across Northern Ireland commence their innovation journey on the latest Smart Nano NI Accelerator Programme, led by…
Published 25 Jan 2024

Digital Catapult unveils innovations that will enhance Santa’s Christmas journey
Today, Digital Catapult, the UK authority on advanced digital technology, has unveiled cutting-edge solutions to revolutionise Santa’s operations and ensure…
Published 20 Dec 2023

Four Northern Ireland companies prepare to lead the way in Smart Manufacturing following graduation from Smart Nano NI programme
Four Northern Ireland manufacturing companies are preparing to transform their production operations and improve their output, after graduating from the…
Published 12 Dec 2023

New Report Reveals UK’s Leading Position in Tech Investment and High-Growth Startups, but Highlights Inequality Among Founders
A new report exposes the barriers hindering underrepresented founders from accessing investment for their advanced digital technology startups in the…
Published 10 Oct 2023

Northern Ireland’s largest 5G testbed in Derry-Londonderry set to supercharge smart manufacturing
Local technology consortium Smart Nano NI launches the largest 5G testbed in Northern Ireland in Derry-Londonderry Local technology consortium Smart…
Published 26 Sep 2023

Smart Nano NI launches Smart Manufacturing accelerator programme to empower Northern Ireland manufacturers
Smart Nano NI launches Smart Manufacturing accelerator programme to empower Northern Ireland manufacturers Local technology consortium Smart Nano NI has…
Published 31 Aug 2023

Seven pioneering Northern Ireland companies graduate from Digital Catapult’s Photonics accelerator programme
Seven pioneering Northern Ireland companies set to boost sectoral growth, following graduation from Digital Catapult’s Photonics accelerator programme (21st June…
Published 21 Jun 2023