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We are thrilled to announce that we are partnering with Gymshark and launching the first Gymshark Innovation Lab! Gymshark are in search for cutting-edge technology by innovation startups and innovators to transform their industry. Successful applicants will be able to apply, test and demonstrate their solutions in a real-world environment over 10 weeks with a globally recognised brand! You can learn more about the programme here >>> https://lnkd.in/dNSYGbnY #Innovations #Accelerators #Startups 

🚆 Future Labs officially wrapped up two weeks ago with an incredible Future Labs Expo! 🚆 The event brought together all nine participating startups, alongside guests, mentors, and representatives from London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Southeastern Railway, and Northern. The Expo featured inspiring startup presentations and two thought-provoking panel discussions: 🔹 The first panel explored innovation in rail, featuring Managing Directors and Commercial Directors from leading train operating companies. 🔹 The second panel tackled accessibility in rail, with insights from Disability Advocate Dr Amy Kavanagh and accessibility leaders from Southeastern and TransPennine Express. It was a fantastic day showcasing how collaboration and innovation are shaping the future of rail. 🚄 Learn more about Future Labs here >>> https://lnkd.in/eVfZFizS #Innovation #FutureLabs #RailIndustry #Accessibility

Applications for Gymshark Innovation Lab Programme are still open! Can you support Gymshark's in Optimising DC Efficiency and Peak Demand Management? For this category, Gymshark is seeking solutions to enhance its supply chain further to meet growing customer demand efficiently. We are looking for innovations that deliver actionable insights and predictions to support decision-making across all areas of the supply chain. Technologies of interest include advanced sales forecasting and predictive analytics. Additionally, solutions that optimise space utilisation in our distribution centres are of interest, supporting a more agile, scalable and efficient supply chain to foster and fuel Gymshark's growth. Learn more and apply by 2nd Feb >>> https://lnkd.in/euc-CMp2 #Innovations #Accelerators #Startups

Last month, we hosted our third Fusion event with BSI, exploring the game-changing potential of DAOs and tokenization. Building on the success of previous programmes in Algorithmic Auditing and Workflow Tools, this edition focused on reimagining stakeholder engagement with Web3 technologies like blockchain-enabled social tokens. We were thrilled to feature four innovative suppliers: Coordinape, OriginTrail, PixelPlex, and Tally, who showcased their groundbreaking solutions. The event highlighted how blockchain can transform engagement strategies and drive meaningful impact across industries. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to this inspiring event! #Innovation #Web3 #Blockchain #DAOs #Tokenization

Applications for the Gymshark Innovation Lab Programme are open! 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐆𝐲𝐦𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐤'𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐲𝐦𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐫? Gymshark is looking for groundbreaking innovations in material science to elevate their gymwear and accessories performance, focusing on durability, comfort and adaptability. They're interested in sustainable material solutions that align with their environmental goals without compromising product quality. Additionally, they aim to enhance customer experience with advanced sizing solutions for more accurate, effortless fit selections across all products. Apply by 2nd February here >>> https://lnkd.in/euc-CMp2 #Innovations #Accelerators #Startups

Today we’re live from London for Future Labs Expo! 9 startups are finally presenting their business solution which they’ve been developing for the past 12 weeks in collaboration with London North Eastern Railway, TransPennine Express, Northern and Southeastern Railway. Congrats to everyone involved in the programme 👏

Applications for the 𝐆𝐲𝐦𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐛 are open! This Innovation Lab offers suppliers, start-ups, and scale-ups a unique opportunity to test their innovative ideas while collaborating with Gymshark. Participants will also gain valuable insights from a potential future client. The categories for this programme are: 𝘋𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘗𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘎𝘺𝘮𝘸𝘦𝘢𝘳: Gymshark is looking for groundbreaking innovations in material science to elevate their gymwear and accessories performance, focusing on durability, comfort and adaptability. They're interested in sustainable material solutions that align with our environmental goals without compromising product quality. Additionally, they aim to enhance customer experience with advanced sizing solutions for more accurate, effortless fit selections across all products. 𝘖𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘋𝘊 𝘌𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘗𝘦𝘢𝘬 𝘋𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵:  For this category, Gymshark is seeking solutions to enhance its supply chain further to meet growing customer demand efficiently. They are looking for innovations that deliver actionable insights and predictions to support decision-making across all areas of the supply chain. Technologies of interest include advanced sales forecasting and predictive analytics. Additionally, solutions that optimise space utilisation in our distribution centres are of interest, supporting a more agile, scalable and efficient supply chain to foster and fuel Gymshark's growth. 𝘙𝘰𝘣𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴: Gymshark is interested in robotic technology and its ability to revolutionise fulfilment operations. In this category, they are looking for innovative solutions to future-proof Gymshark's operations by leveraging cutting-edge advancements in robotics and autonomous technology. They are seeking solutions that drive efficiency, enhance scalability, and support our long-term growth, building a more robust and adaptable logistics network for years to come. Successful startups will benefit from: • Dedicated mentoring from senior management at Gymshark. • Scale-up advice from external subject matter experts. • Opportunity to trial your product in a live environment. Apply by 2nd February: https://lnkd.in/euc-CMp2 #Innovations #Accelerators #Startups #Retail

It’s Week 11 of Future Labs, and the countdown to next week’s grand finale at the Future Labs Expo is on! Today, we’re thrilled to showcase iqast - intelligent forecasting software in the final instalment of our Supplier Spotlight series iqast is a pioneer in Artificial Intelligence software for forecasting and time series prediction, accelerating AI projects 10-fold for unrivalled accuracy and robustness across industries. What was the biggest challenge in developing your solution? The biggest challenge in developing AutoAI for industry is that every industry requirement is unique, as industries are very different. As a result, it took a long time to develop the necessary understanding to develop a robust and scalable architecture that does not require the user or consultant to write code, thus accelerating its implementation. We are proud to say, that today already over 1mio forecasts are run fully automatically each month using iqast globally, from container demand to suntan lotion and medical products. What is the ultimate benefit your solution will bring to Future Labs? Iqast is showing the benefits of using AutoAI forecasting in revenue management forecasting during events such as football, concerts, race days, Christmas markets, or fair coastal weather, as well as workforce unavailability forecasting of drivers due to various reasons across multiple heterogeneous work depots, the forecasting of service delays during extreme weather and also demand forecasting during named storms. The applications of forecasting with AI abound in railway management as every managerial or expert decision regarding the future can be supported by analytical forecasting to base decisions. With iqast providing a single platform for multiple forecasting challenges within a TOC we allow rapid scaling after these initial use cases to even more forecasting solutions. How are you hoping to develop your idea through the Future Labs programme? We are gaining valuable insights into the forecasting challenges in the rail industry, from predicting the unavailability of training drivers and conductors to revenue uplifts from increased journey demand from special events such as concerts, football or fair weather, or delays caused by extreme weather and speed restrictions. In addition, we hope to customize our solution to rail forecasting challenges How important do you think programmes like the Future Labs are for developing ideas? Highly important to provide innovation, instead of just ideas. Inventions abound in research, but making an idea or invention marketable, bringing it together with the reality of problems and seeing them impact and scale, that is the beauty of programmes such as Future Labs. What does innovation mean to you in three words? AI with impact Learn more on the lab here >>> https://lnkd.in/eVfZFizS

We’re excited to announce our partnership with the University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds City Council, West Yorkshire Combined Authority and Nexus Leeds to introduce the Leeds Go-to-Market Launchpad! This programme will support 30 Leeds-based startups in sharpening their go-to-market strategies, connecting with corporate customers, and unlocking new business opportunities. By participating, early-stage startups will gain valuable insights, access to new markets, and the tools to drive economic growth while building a strong foundation for future success. If you’re a Leeds-based startup—or know one that is—find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eq5xFnm6

It was a pleasure to join Júlia Strubell i Prats (Catalonia Trade & Investment, Michele Davidson-Jones (Department for Business and Trade), and Maria Elena M. (Doyle Blackfriars), on a panel chaired by Rosa del Campo Escudero at Gateley Global last week. We explored growth strategies, cross-border collaborations, and the future of entrepreneurship in the UK market for Spanish entrepreneurs, highlighting how corporate innovation is fueling foreign direct investment. It was great to meet this fantastic delegation led by Government of Catalonia. Thank you for the invitation!