On September 20, 2023, the UK Government announced an easing of the Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate from 2030 to 2035. 

The EU and the UK agreed to a three-year extension to the Trade and Cooperation Agreement’s (TCA) rules of origin for electric vehicles and batteries.

United Kingdom Defense Seeks Innovative in the Collection and Analysis of Hazardous Chemical and Biological Materials. 

The UK MOD is seeking proposals to identify and develop novel technologies for the rapid detection of toxic gases.

United Kingdom Law Enforcement is seeking innovative proposals that will lead to the development of roadside evidential drug driving testing.

The UK MOD is seeking proposals for the development of novel, lightweight, systems for the detection of trace explosives.

The UK MOD is seeking to identify and develop novel technologies for a new category of missile called Cooperative Missiles.

Comprehensive guidance is available on post Brexit requirements for companies exporting chemicals to the UK and EU via UK REACH. 

United Kingdom West Midlands announces Health Tech Innovation Accelerator Program.

On August 1, 2023, the UK Department for Business and Trade announced an indefinite extension to the use of CE marking for businesses.

On Oct 4, 2023, UK Prime Minister Sunak announced the cancellation of the Birmingham to Manchester segment of the HS2 project but opportunities still exist.

The UK MOD is seeking to identify innovations that can provide offshore windfarm mitigation for UK Air Defence surveillance, including alternative technologies.

Adventure tourism – a growth area that presents opportunities for the travel industry. 

UK investment in 2021 reached $11.6 billion, which is undoubtedly a driving force behind the strong UK fintech ecosystem. 

The UK Government extends the current REACH UK (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals) compliance deadlines.