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Save the Date for South Yorkshire Tech Summit 2026
🗓️ 29 Jan 📍 Barnsley Civic
We’re back! After last year’s buzzing Doncaster summit, 2026 will spotlight expert speakers, bold ideas and how to build a bright future for the tech sector in South Yorkshire.
Save your space: buff.ly/xCW7oY2
🗓️ 29 Jan 📍 Barnsley Civic
We’re back! After last year’s buzzing Doncaster summit, 2026 will spotlight expert speakers, bold ideas and how to build a bright future for the tech sector in South Yorkshire.
Save your space: buff.ly/xCW7oY2
Barnsley College has secured £1.8 million to enhance their University Centre on Church Street. This expansion means more room, improved facilities, and increased higher education opportunities in Barnsley. It's an investment to develop local skills and support regional growth.
£1.8 million funding for Phase 2 of renovation in historic town centre campus | Barnsley College
Barnsley College has secured £1.8 million from the Office for Students’ Capital Fund 2025 to 2026 to support the next phase of redevelopment at its historic Church Street campus, now Barnsley College University Centre.
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November 27, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Barnsley College has secured £1.8 million to enhance their University Centre on Church Street. This expansion means more room, improved facilities, and increased higher education opportunities in Barnsley. It's an investment to develop local skills and support regional growth.
🚀 The University of Sheffield is accelerating the UK’s AI future with NVIDIA. From 6G research to autonomous wildfire detection and digital manufacturing, this partnership is driving innovation and upskilling the next generation.
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University of Sheffield is accelerating the UK’s AI future with NVIDIA
The University of Sheffield and NVIDIA are working together to advance the UK’s AI future through research, education, and upskilling initiatives.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:57 AM
🚀 The University of Sheffield is accelerating the UK’s AI future with NVIDIA. From 6G research to autonomous wildfire detection and digital manufacturing, this partnership is driving innovation and upskilling the next generation.
🔗 buff.ly/r2hk3ID #AI #Innovation #Research #Sheffield
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⏳ Last chance! Referrals for Tech Scale Up Advisors close this Friday at midnight. Get free scaling advice from experienced founders if you're in Barnsley, Doncaster, or Rotherham. Access 1:1 guidance, local networks, and practical support. Join the programme now: buff.ly/A1zYLHd #TechGrowth
November 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
⏳ Last chance! Referrals for Tech Scale Up Advisors close this Friday at midnight. Get free scaling advice from experienced founders if you're in Barnsley, Doncaster, or Rotherham. Access 1:1 guidance, local networks, and practical support. Join the programme now: buff.ly/A1zYLHd #TechGrowth
Excited to partner with gener8tor again for the 2026 South Yorkshire Tech Summit! ⚡
gener8tor is a global startup accelerator with a mission to be the best partner for a community to invest in its best and brightest, supporting their cohorts to raise over $2.9B.
Tech Summit info: buff.ly/ABHyaEP
gener8tor is a global startup accelerator with a mission to be the best partner for a community to invest in its best and brightest, supporting their cohorts to raise over $2.9B.
Tech Summit info: buff.ly/ABHyaEP
November 26, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Excited to partner with gener8tor again for the 2026 South Yorkshire Tech Summit! ⚡
gener8tor is a global startup accelerator with a mission to be the best partner for a community to invest in its best and brightest, supporting their cohorts to raise over $2.9B.
Tech Summit info: buff.ly/ABHyaEP
gener8tor is a global startup accelerator with a mission to be the best partner for a community to invest in its best and brightest, supporting their cohorts to raise over $2.9B.
Tech Summit info: buff.ly/ABHyaEP
Agent Net Zero, developed by Dr. Wei Xing from the University of Sheffield with the AMRC, is among the top 10 finalists of the Manchester Prize. This innovative AI system that helps industrial companies become more sustainable by analysing their environmental impact in real-time.
Agent Net Zero - Manchester Prize finalist
Dr Wei Xing, School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, has been selected as one of this year's 10 Manchester Prize finalists.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Agent Net Zero, developed by Dr. Wei Xing from the University of Sheffield with the AMRC, is among the top 10 finalists of the Manchester Prize. This innovative AI system that helps industrial companies become more sustainable by analysing their environmental impact in real-time.
Barnsley Council has introduced Be Well @ Work SME+, a support package for SME employers to improve employee health and wellbeing. Employers will receive access to support, training, and development opportunities to strengthen teams and create a positive workplace culture. buff.ly/Si7zOub
Be Well @ Work - employee health and wellbeing
Support we offer businesses to improve the health and wellbeing of their workforce.
www.barnsley.gov.uk
November 26, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Barnsley Council has introduced Be Well @ Work SME+, a support package for SME employers to improve employee health and wellbeing. Employers will receive access to support, training, and development opportunities to strengthen teams and create a positive workplace culture. buff.ly/Si7zOub
Why Yorkshire's games design industry is booming - including the BAFTA-winning indie game designers from Barnsley, Coal Supper Games. There's a growing northern games scene with more than 20% of the games companies.
Why Yorkshire's gaming industry is booming
Studios and developers are now starting to get government support to cluster in the region.
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November 25, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Why Yorkshire's games design industry is booming - including the BAFTA-winning indie game designers from Barnsley, Coal Supper Games. There's a growing northern games scene with more than 20% of the games companies.
South Yorkshire’s digital and tech founders: if growth has stalled, this is for you. Pathways off the Plateau, delivered by Sheffield Digital, helps ambitious founders overcome barriers and get moving again, part of the Regional Tech Booster programme. Apply by Friday 28 Nov 👉 buff.ly/TgGCJqP
Pathways off the Plateau
Join the mentoring scheme
sheffield.digital
November 24, 2025 at 3:56 PM
South Yorkshire’s digital and tech founders: if growth has stalled, this is for you. Pathways off the Plateau, delivered by Sheffield Digital, helps ambitious founders overcome barriers and get moving again, part of the Regional Tech Booster programme. Apply by Friday 28 Nov 👉 buff.ly/TgGCJqP
An innovative mobile coverage checker map is now available across Doncaster and South Yorkshire to help everyone living and working in the region to check their coverage. The project allows residents and businesses to check their coverage enabling informed network choices.
New mobile coverage map goes live across South Yorkshire
An innovative mobile coverage checker map is now available across Doncaster and South Yorkshire to help everyone living and working in the region to check their coverage.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:07 AM
An innovative mobile coverage checker map is now available across Doncaster and South Yorkshire to help everyone living and working in the region to check their coverage. The project allows residents and businesses to check their coverage enabling informed network choices.
Have you heard of South Yorkshire's Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMID)? Home to industry leaders in aerospace, automobile, steel, life sciences and clean energy such as Boeing and Rolls Royce, along with the university's renowned AMRC, this cluster continues to grow.
Sheffield inspires the capital of modern manufacturing
The Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMID) spans the border of Sheffield and neighbouring town of Rotherham, and was the first of it's kind in the UK. This 2,000 acre, already decade-old…
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November 21, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Have you heard of South Yorkshire's Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District (AMID)? Home to industry leaders in aerospace, automobile, steel, life sciences and clean energy such as Boeing and Rolls Royce, along with the university's renowned AMRC, this cluster continues to grow.
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Rotherham has seen a remarkable rise in its productivity in recent years. From the lowest in South Yorkshire in 2004, by 2023 it had the highest productivity in the area, even above Sheffield.
So what’s going on in South Yorkshire?
Short thread below.
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So what’s going on in South Yorkshire?
Short thread below.
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November 20, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Rotherham has seen a remarkable rise in its productivity in recent years. From the lowest in South Yorkshire in 2004, by 2023 it had the highest productivity in the area, even above Sheffield.
So what’s going on in South Yorkshire?
Short thread below.
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So what’s going on in South Yorkshire?
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The UK is leading the way on university spinout value in Europe, with The University of Sheffield is ranked #8 by Dealroom in the UK for deep tech and life science research-driven entrepreneurship. We'll be sharing a deeper dive into Sheffield's spinout landscape soon. 💡
European Spinouts Report - 2025 | Dealroom.co
Inaugural report on the role played by academic spinouts in Europe’s technology ecosystem, created in partnership with Atlantic, MITO Technology, Cambridge Innovation Capital, Oxford Science…
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November 20, 2025 at 2:42 PM
The UK is leading the way on university spinout value in Europe, with The University of Sheffield is ranked #8 by Dealroom in the UK for deep tech and life science research-driven entrepreneurship. We'll be sharing a deeper dive into Sheffield's spinout landscape soon. 💡
Rail travellers in Doncaster and across South Yorkshire are among the first in the UK to trial app-based digital train tickets. The technology replaces physical tickets with mobile phone ticketing to deliver pay-as-you-go travel on the Sheffield-Doncaster rail line.
Doncaster rail passengers among first in UK to use unique new ticket app
Rail travellers in Doncaster and across South Yorkshire are among the first in the UK to trial app-based digital train tickets.
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November 20, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Rail travellers in Doncaster and across South Yorkshire are among the first in the UK to trial app-based digital train tickets. The technology replaces physical tickets with mobile phone ticketing to deliver pay-as-you-go travel on the Sheffield-Doncaster rail line.
The ClimbAwards 2026 categories are live, nominations close on 15th December. From start-ups to social impact, this is your chance to spotlight the people shaping the future (including yourself!). Get recognised in these awards at one of the UK's biggest business growth festivals.
10 Chances to Make Someone’s Year: Nominate Them for a ClimbAward
Climb thrives on diversity. If you don't tick the usual boxes, that’s even better.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:57 AM
The ClimbAwards 2026 categories are live, nominations close on 15th December. From start-ups to social impact, this is your chance to spotlight the people shaping the future (including yourself!). Get recognised in these awards at one of the UK's biggest business growth festivals.
Quantum computing is coming. Cybersecurity start-up Sitehop has a simple mission: to future-proof digital networks and help businesses prepare for a quantum-powered world. Proudly based in Sheffield, the founders say it gives them a unique advantage in finding talent.
Quantum computing is coming — and this Sheffield start-up is gearing up to stop cyber hackers in their tracks - Prolific North
Sheffield start-up Sitehop is taking on cyber threats and preparing businesses for the quantum computing era with faster, hardware-based encryption — and ambitious plans to compete with global giants.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Quantum computing is coming. Cybersecurity start-up Sitehop has a simple mission: to future-proof digital networks and help businesses prepare for a quantum-powered world. Proudly based in Sheffield, the founders say it gives them a unique advantage in finding talent.
Want to know more about AI from leading researchers? Check out this new series of films and podcasts from the University's Centre for Machine Intelligence on the Sheffield Player. Hear about one of the most important technologies of our time. 🤖
Artificial Intelligence | The University of Sheffield Player
A collection of film and podcasts looking at research from the University of Sheffield into AI and its effect on society.
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November 19, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Want to know more about AI from leading researchers? Check out this new series of films and podcasts from the University's Centre for Machine Intelligence on the Sheffield Player. Hear about one of the most important technologies of our time. 🤖
Join the Sheffield Women in Tech December meetup, reflecting back on the year with their community!
📍Sheffield Tech Parks
⏰Weds 3rd December at 6pm
Save a space: buff.ly/yR3wCgB
#WomeninSTEM #SheffieldTechnology #womeninengineering #womeninscience #womenintech #Sheffieldtech #SheffEvents
📍Sheffield Tech Parks
⏰Weds 3rd December at 6pm
Save a space: buff.ly/yR3wCgB
#WomeninSTEM #SheffieldTechnology #womeninengineering #womeninscience #womenintech #Sheffieldtech #SheffEvents
November 18, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Join the Sheffield Women in Tech December meetup, reflecting back on the year with their community!
📍Sheffield Tech Parks
⏰Weds 3rd December at 6pm
Save a space: buff.ly/yR3wCgB
#WomeninSTEM #SheffieldTechnology #womeninengineering #womeninscience #womenintech #Sheffieldtech #SheffEvents
📍Sheffield Tech Parks
⏰Weds 3rd December at 6pm
Save a space: buff.ly/yR3wCgB
#WomeninSTEM #SheffieldTechnology #womeninengineering #womeninscience #womenintech #Sheffieldtech #SheffEvents
South Yorkshire’s business community is taking decisive action to reshape the region’s skills system, as the three Chambers of Commerce unite to ensure South Yorkshire’s workforce is equipped with the skills, training, and opportunities to power sustainable economic growth. buff.ly/du7HW5t
South Yorkshire Chambers Unite to Drive Skills Revolution Across the Region - Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce
South Yorkshire’s business community is taking decisive action to reshape the region’s skills system, as the three Chambers of Commerce — Doncaster, Sheffield, and Barnsley & Rotherham — launch the…
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November 17, 2025 at 12:41 PM
South Yorkshire’s business community is taking decisive action to reshape the region’s skills system, as the three Chambers of Commerce unite to ensure South Yorkshire’s workforce is equipped with the skills, training, and opportunities to power sustainable economic growth. buff.ly/du7HW5t
Sheffield's innovative spinouts took the spotlight at a London Stock Exchange Trade Mission, highlighting the region's booming digital and advanced manufacturing industries. This trade mission connected entrepreneurs, investors, and tech leaders, showcasing local startups.
Sheffield spinouts take centre stage at London Stock Exchange Trade Mission
The recent Trade Mission to the London Stock Exchange provided an opportunity to showcase the region's fast-growing digital and advanced manufacturing sectors, as well as the talented startup…
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November 17, 2025 at 11:07 AM
Sheffield's innovative spinouts took the spotlight at a London Stock Exchange Trade Mission, highlighting the region's booming digital and advanced manufacturing industries. This trade mission connected entrepreneurs, investors, and tech leaders, showcasing local startups.
Sheffield-based manufacturing software business, IntelliAM AI, reports its total revenue rose by 58 per cent to around £2.4m (H1 2024: £0.927m) in a trading update for the half year ended 30 September 2025.
Full year expectations on track at software firm as growth opportunities beckon | TheBusinessDesk.com
Strong commercial traction and accelerating customer adoption at IntelliAM
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November 14, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Sheffield-based manufacturing software business, IntelliAM AI, reports its total revenue rose by 58 per cent to around £2.4m (H1 2024: £0.927m) in a trading update for the half year ended 30 September 2025.
Join influential investors, government leaders, and industry experts as they delve into the future of angel and early-stage investment in the UK at The Early-Stage Investment Summit (North) from UKBAA and ClimbUK on 26 November in Leeds. Register for free: buff.ly/n6wpVfj
UKBAA The Early-Stage Investment Summit (North)
Join influential investors, government leaders, and industry experts as we delve into the future of angel and early-stage investment in the UK. As new government policies crystallise, pivotal…
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November 14, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Join influential investors, government leaders, and industry experts as they delve into the future of angel and early-stage investment in the UK at The Early-Stage Investment Summit (North) from UKBAA and ClimbUK on 26 November in Leeds. Register for free: buff.ly/n6wpVfj
Quick Labs, a Science Innovation Hub dedicated to empowering early-stage scientific entrepreneurs, has opened the second cohort of its Accelerator Programme. Tailored for innovators in Climate Tech and Health Tech with hands-on resources and real support. Apply by 16th December.
ACCELERATOR PROGRAMME | Quick Labs Ltd
Science Innovation Hub
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November 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Quick Labs, a Science Innovation Hub dedicated to empowering early-stage scientific entrepreneurs, has opened the second cohort of its Accelerator Programme. Tailored for innovators in Climate Tech and Health Tech with hands-on resources and real support. Apply by 16th December.
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Really exciting to be here for the launch of the Women's HealthTech Innovation Network today at @sheffielduni.bsky.social. We're very proud to co-host this event with Devices for Dignity @nihr.bsky.social HealthTech Research Centre in long term conditions.
@fohsheffield.bsky.social @sth.nhs.uk
@fohsheffield.bsky.social @sth.nhs.uk
November 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Really exciting to be here for the launch of the Women's HealthTech Innovation Network today at @sheffielduni.bsky.social. We're very proud to co-host this event with Devices for Dignity @nihr.bsky.social HealthTech Research Centre in long term conditions.
@fohsheffield.bsky.social @sth.nhs.uk
@fohsheffield.bsky.social @sth.nhs.uk
⌛ Only 2 weeks left to join the Tech Scale Up Advisors Programme!
Are you a tech founder in Barnsley, Doncaster or Rotherham? You're running out of time to access fully funded business advice from experts who’ve scaled successful tech ventures.
🔗 Apply here: buff.ly/hkifrkT
Are you a tech founder in Barnsley, Doncaster or Rotherham? You're running out of time to access fully funded business advice from experts who’ve scaled successful tech ventures.
🔗 Apply here: buff.ly/hkifrkT
November 13, 2025 at 12:31 PM
⌛ Only 2 weeks left to join the Tech Scale Up Advisors Programme!
Are you a tech founder in Barnsley, Doncaster or Rotherham? You're running out of time to access fully funded business advice from experts who’ve scaled successful tech ventures.
🔗 Apply here: buff.ly/hkifrkT
Are you a tech founder in Barnsley, Doncaster or Rotherham? You're running out of time to access fully funded business advice from experts who’ve scaled successful tech ventures.
🔗 Apply here: buff.ly/hkifrkT
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) has directly invested £115m into over 300 small businesses across the North of England, including Yorkshire and the Humber. This is alongside an additional £68m of private sector co-investment.
Yorkshire businesses share in over £180m of investment since the launch of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) has directly invested £115m into over 300 small businesses across the North of England, including Yorkshire and the Humber. This is alongside an…
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November 13, 2025 at 12:11 PM
The Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II) has directly invested £115m into over 300 small businesses across the North of England, including Yorkshire and the Humber. This is alongside an additional £68m of private sector co-investment.