Transport

Innovation in transport has the potential to benefit our economy, society and environment. The transport system of the future will be more efficient, cleaner and smarter, through utilising enhanced digital, communication and automated technologies.

Transport connects people, places, goods and services

Transportation and transport manufacturing generated over £109 billion added value for the UK in 2019, 5.5% of the total UK output. Transport also accounted for 27% of the UK’s Green House Gas emissions in 2019. Digitalisation, greater connectivity, reducing emissions, changing customer needs and new ways of delivering goods are all placing fresh demands on transport.

Transport is critical to enabling people to access jobs, healthcare, education and services. The transport system of the future must move people and goods more efficiently, cleaner, safely and cost effectively whilst ensuring transport is accessible to everyone.

Transport themes

Our vision is to transform the UK transport sector through the adoption of new innovative solutions. We aim to connect, convene and analyse insights to inform investment and policy decisions to enable UK businesses to deliver transformative innovation by delivering a more efficient, cleaner, safer, connected and accessible transport system.
Connected Transport

Connected Transport

Working to enable the adoption of new digital solutions and business models to create a more efficient transport system

Automation

Automation

Working across the modes to enable the adoption of new automation solutions

Zero Emission Transport

Zero Emission Transport

Enabling the adoption of cleaner technologies

Accessible and Inclusive Transport

Accessible and Inclusive Transport

Ensuring transport is accessible to all


Transport Programmes

Innovate UK Business Connect creates and delivers a range of transport programmes, providing you with access to insights, innovative solutions, networking and funding.

UK transport decarbonisation policy tracker

Innovate UK Business Connect has created an interactive tool to map and track UK’s commitments and policies to decarbonise transport.

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Transport insights

Transport insights

Transport is critical to enabling people to access jobs, healthcare, education, and services. Our team of experts explores trends, challenges, and innovative solutions shaping the future of transportation. Read our insights.

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Meet our team

Meet our team of experts. They are experienced collaborators, who are set up to understand your innovation project and connect you to our network of business, academics, funders and opportunities.

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Opportunities

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Case studies

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