An accelerator programme supporting innovative businesses in maritime, logistics, clean energy and related sectors with mentoring, investor access and business development support.
Deadline
Dates for future cohorts will be announced in due course
Area
United KingdomRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
ARIA is inviting proposals for ocean observing, forecasting, and climate-evidence translation to build an early warning system for North Atlantic changes. Teams can include businesses, universities, research institutions, charities and public sector organisations.
Amount
Indicative budgets: ocean observing network £18.5m; interannual to decadal forecasting £5-7m; impacts and response £3-5m; independent systems integration and assurance £5.8m
Deadline
Concept paper window opening: 18 September 2026 (Open) ... Concept paper submission deadline: 09 October 2026 (14:00 BST)
Area
United KingdomRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10
An angel investment network that helps businesses get ready to raise money and introduces them to its investors, with equity investment from £25k to £2m to start, expand or scale up. It is for early-stage and growing businesses that want angel investment and help with pitching.
Amount
£25,000 to £2 million
Deadline
Open all year
Area
Not stated on the page; run by the Manchester-based Growth CompanyRating 6/10Local Landscape rating 6 out of 10
Commercial project work with the Biorenewables Development Centre, described as straightforward, nimble and responsive for a business's commercial project.
Deadline
Open all yearRating 7/10Local Landscape rating 7 out of 10
Professional short courses delivered by York Business School to boost skills, knowledge and confidence in a workforce, for small businesses or larger organisations.
A free networking assessment from Steel City Consulting for Chamber members, to review how their locations connect and whether their network meets business needs.
Amount
Free
Deadline
Open all yearRating 7/10Local Landscape rating 7 out of 10
A free digital performance audit for Chamber Members from Mediaworks, a digital agency offering strategy, creativity, technology and performance marketing.
Free online courses for accommodation providers in hospitality on sustainability topics including community engagement, energy, food and water management.
Deadline
Open all yearRating 8/10Local Landscape rating 8 out of 10