Smart Nano: Photonics Capability Programme

Opportunity

Build practical photonics capability through hands-on training in PIC design, simulation, and prototyping, with access to Smart Nano NI infrastructure…

Open date: 13 Oct 2026 Close date: 15 Nov 2026

Digital Twin Technology Access Programme

Opportunity

Want to understand how digital twin technology could support your organisation? Apply to the Digital Twin Technology Access Programme to…

Open date: 8 Oct 2026 Close date: 17 Nov 2026

Semvar and Marine Zero connect to advance maritime decarbonisation  

Case study

Discover how Semvar and Marine Zero worked together to harness digital innovation for maritime decarbonisation, using data-driven technologies to improve…

The D’Arcy Thompson Simulator Centre and Deep Tek create subsea digital twin 

Case study

Learn how Deep Tek is supporting businesses, researchers and innovators to turn cutting-edge ideas into real-world opportunities and economic growth.

Day of Photonics 2026

Event

Join us at Day of Photonics 2026 taking place in Hilton Hotel, Belfast. The event will explore how Northern Ireland’s…

21 October 2026 12:15 – 17:00

BusbySim aerospace digital twin takes off successfully with Flyer AI

Case study

BusbySim and Flyer AI used a live aerospace digital twin to cut months of safety engineering work to days, producing…

Digital Catapult launches programme to connect UK SMEs with industry leaders to accelerate digital twin adoption 

Press Release

Digital Catapult has launched its latest Industry Challenge Led Accelerator through the UK Digital Twin Centre, bringing together industry leaders…

Published 15 Sep 2026

Digital Twin Industry Challenge Led Accelerator

Opportunity

Turn your innovation into a digital twin solution for a real industry challenge. Join the UK Digital Twin Centre’s nine-month…

Open date: 15 Sep 2026 Close date: 27 Oct 2026

Helix8 and Larne Harbour join forces to design affordable digital twin for regional ports

Case study

Helix8 and Port of Larne created a cost-effective digital twin that enables real-time monitoring of energy use and carbon emissions.…

Exploring the Future of Digital Twins with the UK Digital Twin Centre and CFMS

Event

Join Digital Catapult and CFMS in Bristol to explore how digital twins and emerging technologies are helping industry address real-world…

7 October 2026 10:30 – 13:30