Research and Grant Collaborations
Purpose
Supports employers in accessing national and regional funding to advance innovation.
ECMS helps employers and research partners develop competitive funding proposals and collaborative projects aligned to UK innovation priorities.
Our team provides technical input, bid-writing support, and access to facilities that strengthen proposals across sustainability, digital manufacturing, and advanced materials.
We Provide
- Guidance in developing joint research bids
- Access to academic collaborators and innovation specialists
- Assistance with Innovate UK, RAEng, and WMCA funding calls
Example: Collaborative projects advancing green manufacturing through additive technology and design optimisation.