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Connected Places Catapult
Infrastructure
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The Connected Places Catapult is the UK’s innovation accelerator for cities, transport, and places, focusing on creating smart, sustainable, and connected communities. By collaborating with local governments, businesses, and academic institutions, the Catapult helps drive solutions that address urban challenges, support digital transformation, and foster economic growth. It provides expertise and resources to test, scale, and implement technologies in areas such as smart mobility, infrastructure, and sustainable urban planning. This Catapult also serves as a bridge between the public and private sectors, promoting innovation that enhances the quality of life, improves public services, and contributes to the UK’s commitment to net-zero targets (“Connected Places Catapult”). By advancing connected and inclusive communities, the Catapult supports the development of places that are resilient, efficient, and equipped for future demands.
