Manufacturing Support Network

If you’re looking for experienced input into your idea, product, service, research or challenge, then invite KTN to get involved. We will not only work with you in understanding your market or challenge but will also direct you to the latest and most relevant funding opportunities. KTN connects ideas, people and communities to respond to challenges and drive positive change through innovation.

Interface matches businesses/organisations to Scotland’s world-leading academic expertise for R&D to help adapt, diversify and innovate by offering free impartial support, facilitating collaborations and helping identify possible funding options that support academic partnerships from a wide range of public and private organisations.

IBioIC is a networking and support organisation that connects industry, academia and government to bring biotechnology processes and products to the global market. We do this by offering scale-up facilities, talent development, funding provision, and promotion of Scotland’s unique assets.

We are the economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. We've been working with organisations and communities for over 50 years to ensure the region remains successful and competitive

Food and Drink Federation Scotland is the voice of food and drink manufacturing in Scotland. We are part of the Food & Drink Federation, a membership organisation of over 1000 food and drink businesses - from global brands to new start-ups. We support members on policy, law and advocacy on all aspects of the food and drink industry. In addition to member services we are currently funded by the Scottish Government and Scotland Food & Drink to provide advice and guidance on reformulation, skills and Net Zero.

BE-ST (formerly Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) is Scotland's national innovation centre for the built environment. They work collaboratively with industry, university experts and public sector on research and development, innovation and service design and support the creation and adoption of new products, processes, business models and services. They have a specific focus on accelerating the transition to a zero-carbon built environment.

CENSIS supports private businesses and public sector organisations to accelerate the pace of innovation by exploiting sensing, imaging and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.