Digital Catapult: Digital Twin Industry Challenge Led Accelerator 2026
Turn your technology into a digital twin solution for a real-world industry challenge, with up to £75,000 in Innovate UK grant funding to support its development.
Key facts
- Funding amount
- up to £75,000
- Deadline
- 27 Oct 2026 · 29 days left
- Region
- UK-wide
- Business type
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
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Plain English summary
This accelerator program, delivered by Digital Catapult, connects UK SMEs with leading organisations in Maritime, Aerospace, and Defence to develop digital twin solutions for real industry challenges. Successful applicants can receive up to £75,000 in Innovate UK grant funding, alongside comprehensive support including mentoring, technical expertise, and access to industry facilities. It's an excellent opportunity for UK-based technology SMEs to test their innovations in real-world environments and showcase their solutions to potential customers and partners.
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Who this is best for
- Innovative businesses & R&D-led teams
- Organisations based in UK-wide
- Projects aligned with technology
- Teams seeking funding around up to £75,000
Who should not apply
- Individuals applying in a personal capacity (unless explicitly permitted)
- Applicants who cannot meet the official eligibility criteria below
Eligibility checklist
Tick what applies to your organisation before applying.
- UK-based SMEs with demonstrable technical expertise in digital twin domains, registered as a UK company, carrying out all project activity within the UK, holding a UK business bank account, and eligible for grant funding.
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