CPI

Twenty years ago, an idea became a reality – CPI was born ✨    We started with two people, one desk in the North East of England, and a clear vision for a better future.    Nigel Perry MBE FREng, our former CEO and current board member, was one of those two people there on day one.    He sat down with our current CEO, Frank Millar, at The Catalyst to revisit those early days, tell us the story of how CPI came to be, and reminisce over an incredible 20 years.   Listen now ➡️ https://lnkd.in/em9G_wyv   Arun Harish Dave Tudor Graeme Cruickshank Kris Wadrop Amy Smith Tracey Stonehouse Hannah Wade John Kavanagh High Value Manufacturing Catapult Katherine Bennett CBE Valerie Briggs   #CPI20 | #Anniversary | #CEO  #LetsInnovateTogether | #Innovation | #OneHVMC

As we gear up for COP29, let’s take a look back at last year’s climate conference ⬇️    At COP28, 50 national and international oil companies signed a decarbonisation charter, 118 countries pledged to triple renewable energy capacity, and a “loss and damage” fund was set up to help nations respond and adapt to the consequences of climate change.    Delegates discussed how to meet climate targets with a focus on inclusion, frontline communities, finance, and technology & innovation. At CPI we're contributing by:    🧪 Helping to develop the next generation of agritech innovations like spider-venom-based sustainable pesticides 🔋 Accelerating novel battery technology for energy storage solutions to cut down carbon emissions.    ♻️ Overhauling our manufacturing processes to make them more sustainable.    🫂 Creating a consciously inclusive environment for innovation.    💷 Facilitating public-private sector partnerships, government and venture capital funding to bring sustainable innovations to market.    As we take stock, the reality is that we're behind on global climate goals, and the 1.5°C warming limit of the Paris Agreement is in jeopardy.    As a member of the United Nations Compact (UNGC), we’re committed to our pledge for a sustainable future through innovation, and we’re excited to see what change and impact COP29 drives.    Learn more about our efforts to drive sustainable and inclusive innovation under the COP28 themes here ➡ https://lnkd.in/gkWwa6rm    Louise Barker Graeme Cruickshank Kaleef Ahmed Shak Gohir Dan Noakes   #COP29 | #NetZero | #ClimateChange  #LetsInnovateTogether | #Innovation | #Sustainability 

Finding the right investment partner is key to accelerating your deep tech innovation 🚀   At CPI Enterprises, we go beyond investment, providing tech innovators with industry insight, networks, and the tools to accelerate sustainable solutions, including: 🔬 Accessing expertise and facilities in HealthTech, Pharma, Energy Storage and Sustainable Materials. 🏭 Building scalable, sustainable tech with guidance from seasoned industry experts. 🌐 Joining a network of impact-driven companies with a proven record of high returns.   Here’s how CPI Enterprises is supporting deep tech startups on the path to scale and impact ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eWsecyWe   Hannah Wade Ian Smith Peter Smith Neville Slack Chloe Z. Matthew McCann Tom Hillier Sarah Wang   #DeepTech | #SustainableInnovation | #Cleantech  #LetsInnovateTogether | #VentureCapital | #Innovation

**Innovating the Future of Vaccines** It was a busy but exhilarating week at the The World Vaccine Congress.  I had the privilege of chairing four sessions on innovation in vaccine manufacture and formulation, introducing and engaging with 18 brilliant speakers, leading to a thought-provoking panel discussion.   We delved deep into the latest advancements in vaccine formulation, bioprocessing, and manufacturing. I'm inspired by the incredible breadth of innovation in vaccine production and its potential to revolutionise global health.   The networking events were a highlight, and I am thrilled to have connected with numerous potential collaborators who share our passion for innovation.  I look forward to fostering new partnerships and supporting companies with ground breaking research to scale-up their vaccine projects CPI.   There’s a lot for me to build on from all I have experienced over the past few days - thank you to all that contributed to such a great event.   Anna Louise Hindley-Skelt, Nathalie Landry, Dennis Christensen, Marie-Louise Lunn, Ph.D, Chase Kempinski,Joachim Seipelt, Mark Emalfarb Here's what my team at CPI is doing in this area: https://lnkd.in/eZMBYv5a   #WVCEU #WorldVaccineCongress #VaccineInnovation #Biotechnology #Pharma #Collaboration #Vaccine

Here’s how we’re helping pharma move faster and smarter with “just in time” drug manufacturing 💊⬇️   With a rising demand for rapid, flexible, and scalable solutions in pharma, the ability to produce drugs precisely when they’re needed could be a game-changer. At CPI, our “just in time” manufacturing approach supports companies in meeting demand flexibly and cost-effectively, reducing waste and time to market while ensuring quality.   The facilities and expertise at our Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre offer:  🔧 Automated production systems designed to scale efficiently.  🛠 Real-time data insights and analytics to maintain consistency and quality.  📊 Regulatory and technical support to de-risk and streamline your path to market.  🌐 Access to expert networks and commercialisation pathways for accelerated growth.   Whether you’re scaling up a new therapy or looking to reduce manufacturing lead times, CPI is here to help you transform your drug manufacturing approach and reach patients faster.   Discover how we can support your journey ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eydDsExa Dave Tudor Alix Mackay Neil Alexander Sheddan Andy White Barrie Cassey   #PharmaInnovation | #DrugManufacturing | #Commercialisation  #LetsInnovateTogether | #Medicine | #Innovation

In celebration of Black History Month, here's a shoutout to one of our incredible affinity groups, EmbRACE 🫂   Let’s meet Edwin Ntainjua PhD MBA CSci, our Principal Bid Development Manager from Cameroon, who's now forming innovation partnerships to drive impactful projects at CPI.   Edwin is also part of the EmbRACE group, a safe space for people from different races, ethnic groups, religions, and cultures to ensure that CPI embeds diversity and inclusion into its various practices.   His work, along with other members of the affinity group, translates our diversity and inclusion policies into action, building a positive workplace and turning diverse ideas into breakthrough innovations.     Read more about how diversity and inclusion can boost innovation ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e3m22PwM   Diksha Kumari Dr Farai Carter Nima Hojat Hang Le Rohan Kohli   #BlackHistoryMonth | #DiversityAndInclusion | #Diversity #LetsInnovateTogether | #Innovation | #CareerGrowth

NEWS | CPI advances UK-India partnership on critical minerals with a pioneering collaboration.   The partnership, backed by UK Government and partners in the UK and India, is taking crucial steps toward securing a sustainable supply of critical minerals – including copper, nickel, and cobalt – needed for high-tech industries and the transition to clean energy 🏭   CPI’s role in the partnership is to identify industrial challenges and launch an Innovation Sprint programme to find greener ways to extract and purify critical minerals by developing new manufacturing technologies.    Our partner, the Institute for Manufacturing (IfM), University of Cambridge, will establish an observatory to facilitate collaboration among leading academics, innovators, and industry by sharing supply chain data.   Learn more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eDVc4hGE   Arun Harish Charanjeet Singh Mukesh Kumar Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay Tim Minshall Murugavel Ramaswamy Mrutyunjay Suar   #CriticalMinerals | #UKIndiaPartnership | #GreenEnergy #LetsInnovateTogther | #Innovation | #Sustainability

I am excited to have attended @The Future of Protein Production as a representative of CPI ! 🌱 The event brought together incredible minds in the alternative protein space to discuss the latest innovations, challenges, and opportunities for the future of sustainable food. From cellular agriculture to precision fermentation, the discussions showcased how cutting-edge technologies are transforming the protein industry and driving the shift toward a more sustainable and resilient global food system. 🌍 At CPI, we're passionate about helping innovators scale their solutions, and this summit was an inspiring reminder of the critical role we play in supporting the transition to a net-zero economy. 💡To find out how we're helping the alternative protein industry check this out: https://lnkd.in/exyFdXuz If you missed us at the event, we can arrange to chat! Reza Ranjbar, Ryan Gray , Stephen Oyston, Jude Huggan Melanie Geer Kris Wadrop #FutureOfProtein #Sustainability #Innovation #AlternativeProteins #FutureFood

UK businesses can accelerate their innovations with Horizon Europe. Here's what you need to know ⬇️    UK companies can still tap into Horizon Europe, the EU’s flagship R&D funding program with a budget of €95.5 billion. This opens huge opportunities for UK innovators to collaborate on cutting-edge research and push the boundaries of science, tech, and sustainability.   At CPI, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Here’s how we can help: 📝 Application guidance: We can help to simplify the Horizon Europe application process. 🌐 Global collaboration: We can connect you with international partners across Europe. 🧪 Expertise: Our team can support R&D in sectors like HealthTech and sustainable materials. 💡 Innovation acceleration: We can provide resources to turn your innovative ideas into commercial success.   Learn more about how CPI can help you leverage Horizon Europe to accelerate your innovation ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eRDT2Qkz Adam Webb Hannah Wade Neville Slack Susan Wieland Becky Fields   #HorizonEurope | #SMEs | #Startups  #LetsInnovateTogether | #TechInnovation | #EUFunding

“Improvements in battery technology are required to deliver the UK’s 2050 Net Zero Strategy” Read how Filipe Braga, University of Liverpool and CPI are collaborating on this significant step forward in the development of novel battery chemistries, #innovation #research #academia #netzero https://lnkd.in/edqc2P3t