£10m for game changing technologies in aerospace
Innovate UK is looking to invest in innovative solutions to develop the next generation of aerospace technologies.
The aim of this funding opportunity is to develop solutions that will support new platforms or be able to enhance the competitiveness of existing products across the UK's civil aerospace sector.
Consortium building & Networking event for this funding call, is 28 April, London.
This event, which is free to attend, is an excellent opportunity for you to pitch your project ideas, exhibit technologies, network and hear first hand information about the upcoming competition — Game-changing technologies for aerospace: Highly innovative technology enablers in aerospace (HITEA)3.
Disruptive technologies, such as electric propulsion and new aircraft designs will be looked at as part of the competition as well as supporting technological developments such as: new manufacturing techniques to enhance cost effectiveness and affordability; lighter stronger, more environmentally friendly materials; systems which improve aircraft performance and efficiency, and; new modelling and simulation techniques.
Kevin Baughan, Director of Technology at Innovate UK said:"Whether it's building an electric aircraft engine or developing a radical new design of aeroplane, the UK will only maintain its world leading aerospace manufacturing reputation by investing in technology in the long term. So competitions like this enable our aerospace sector to continue to face the big challenges of the future. By supporting small firms and academia to get brand new discoveries quickly to a commercial market, which can then be supported by the Aerospace Technology Institute, we are helping the UK develop a global competitive advantage that will keep our businesses one-step ahead."
Paul Everitt, chief executive of ADS, the national trade association for the UK aerospace industry commented: ”Aerospace is a UK success story and the launch of this competition highlights the unique partnership that is helping to secure long-term competitive advantage. The close co-operation between industry, Government and academia facilitated by Innovate UK helps ensure UK aerospace has the innovation and new technology to meet future customer requirements and demanding environmental standards.”
The competition also encourages companies and researchers that currently work outside the aerospace industry to apply, and bring their technical knowledge and expertise to a consortium to further encourage businesses to grow.
The HITEA programme builds on the priorities identified in the Aerospace industrial strategy and by the Aerospace Growth partnership. It also complements the work of the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI) and offers an opportunity to develop new technology solutions that could feed ATI projects of the future.
Find out more information on this competition
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Register here to attend this event.
