Launch Academy, a prestigious program established in 2020, is launching its first Scotland-wide initiative to support early-stage businesses in the offshore wind market. The program, sponsored by Scottish Enterprise, Highlands and Islands Enterprise, and others, will select 10 promising companies to receive technology development and business growth support over a seven-month period.
Since its inception, Launch Academy has supported 57 companies and raised millions in investment and grant funding. The selected companies will have the opportunity to pitch their innovations to industry partners and investors at the end of the program. Dr. Stephen Wyatt, Director of Strategy and Emerging Technologies at ORE Catapult, expressed excitement for the Scotland program, citing Scotland’s expertise in the energy sector.
Applications for Launch Academy Scotland are now open, with a deadline of August 16th, 2024. A briefing webinar will be held on July 29th to provide additional information to potential applicants. The program aims to connect companies with industry experts, funding, and market opportunities to help them succeed in the UK offshore wind supply chain. Interested companies are encouraged to apply for this unique opportunity to accelerate their growth and innovation in the offshore renewables sector.
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