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Further funding awarded to support innovation in Greater Manchester’s foundational economy
The second phase of Greater Manchester’s Foundational Economy Innovation Fund has awarded a total of 15 projects with grants of up to £60,000 each. The foundational economy – also known as the “everyday economy” – refers to the parts of the economy people depend on...
Plans for new health building at University of Salford approved
Salford City Council has approved plans for the University of Salford’s new health building on its Frederick Road campus. Building work is set to begin in late October, with a target completion date of Autumn 2026. The new site will offer a health and wellbeing hub at...
Turing Innovation Catalyst launches second AI accelerator programme cohort to support Greater Manchester startups
Manchester's Turing Innovation Catalyst (TIC) has launched its second AI accelerator programme to support a new cohort of ambitious Greater Manchester startups looking to scale. The programme, which is delivered in partnership with Capital Enterprise, supports the...
New 24/7 night bus service launches to provide lifeline for people working in Greater Manchester’s night-time economy
A new 24/7 night bus service which aims to provide a lifeline for people enjoying and working within Greater Manchester’s night-time economy has launched. Connecting Manchester with Leigh and Bolton via Salford, the V1 and 36 will now run at least every hour in each...
Tech giant takes on Manchester’s biggest commercial let in two years in Gary Neville’s No 1 St Michael’s
Relentless Developments has signed a major deal with UK tech giant Arm to expand its presence in Manchester city centre. The deal secures the largest letting to date at the £400m landmark development – and the largest in the city in two years – with Arm set to occupy...
The University of Manchester leading innovation in hydrogen economy
The University of Manchester will lead an international team to build and demonstrate a new technology to produce syngas and pure hydrogen with nearly zero direct carbon dioxide emissions. This £ 5.1 million collaborative project funded by the Department for Energy...