Welcome to Connected Innovation

Joining the dots across the East of England’s innovation ecosystem

The world is facing significant economic and environmental challenges and no one sector has the answers. Complex problems cannot be tackled without collaboration and shared perspectives. To achieve meaningful, solution-focused innovation, the academic, public, and private sectors must come together and share ideas, talent, and technologies.

Connected Innovation is making this happen. The programme links 26 innovation hubs, universities, research institutes, and business clusters across Norfolk and Suffolk. We connect the dots to drive innovation in the East, building relationships between our world-leading research and business base, and unlocking support and investment opportunities for all businesses driving innovation in the region.

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Join Our Network

Want to be part of the UK’s largest regional network of innovation centres and hubs, research institutes and universities? Here’s how you can benefit from joining our community.

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Global Problems, Local Solutions

Our clusters are working across sectors to transform innovative ideas into action. Learn more about our cross-sector collaborations and find your place.

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Funding and Support

We’re simplifying the support and innovation landscape for regional businesses. Use our portal to explore the latest funding, investment, and training opportunities.

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Our Partners

We’re connected with a range of partners across the regional and national innovation landscape.
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Pioneers in Clean Growth

East Anglia is the UK’s clean growth region and has been critical to the nation’s energy security and supply for 50 years. Find out how our clusters are leading the charge towards Net Zero, with innovative projects in Agri-tech, offshore energy, and marine science.

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Latest News

Planning Thumbs up for Manufacturers of Sustainable Building Materials at Gateway 14, Stowmarket

23/07/2024
Planning consent has been granted this week for two buildings, totalling over 130,000 sq ft, at Gateway 14, Stowmarket, both occupied by manufacturers of eco-friendly construction materials. Assan Panel, a major affiliate of Kibar Holding, a renowned name in Turkey’s industrial sector that manufactures...
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Digital Marketing with AI course announced, with funded spaces for North Norfolk businesses

22/07/2024
We are pleased to announce a new course aimed at supporting businesses based in North Norfolk. A tailored version of our existing Digital Marketing with AI bootcamp will focus on the needs of the local region, offering in-person and online meetups, alongside hours focussed...
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Showcasing tech expertise in the East of England

09/07/2024
Julie Schofield, Associate Director Business Partnerships, Research and Innovation Services for University of East Anglia (UEA), writes about UEA’s involvement in Cambridge Tech Week 2024 as headline sponsors of the Innovation Alley exhibition on 10 September.  Why is UEA sponsoring Innovation Alley?  We’re committed to supporting...
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Ready to make your mark?

Are you a business, business/innovation hub, or investor interesting in getting involved in Connected Innovation? We want to hear from you!

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