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18 September 2025

AI innovation powers new growth for ed-tech business

Bolton-based Near-Life is using cutting-edge artificial intelligence to transform interactive learning – and external support is helping them get there faster.

26 August 2025

Ecobelt: From Tameside start-up to global game-changer

Like many early-stage tech innovators, Ecobelt faced hurdles in scaling to achieve its global potential. Read how Greater Manchester’s innovation ecosystem provided the technical expertise, funding and collaborations to take on a global market.

07 August 2025

Social enterprise leverages support to accelerate market entry

PossAbilities had an idea for a digital activities library to support carers and empower adults with learning disabilities to build essential life skills. We helped them to turn this into a scalable, sustainable commercial solution.

14 July 2025

Saddleworth manufacturer helped to bring F1 helmet technology to market

Thanks to £45,000 in innovation grant funding and specialist support, Future Safety is forecasting a 20% turnover increase.

07 July 2025

How ASCEND Helped Take Specscart to the Next Level

Glasses were too expensive, the buying process was rigid and outdated, and delivery times were far too slow. Sid saw an opportunity to shake things up, creating a brand that made eyewear more affordable, accessible, and more exciting.  

03 June 2025

Rochdale manufacturer forecasts £600k Y1 growth following innovation support

Heatsense Cables expects a £600,000 increase in turnover within 12 months and £3million over the next three years.

29 May 2025

How Alderley Lighthouse Labs is shaping the future of diagnostics

See how strategic support and funding from Greater Manchester’s innovation ecosystem is powering a 590% turnover increase.

29 May 2025

Revenue and capital funding helps Pegasus move into tech-led fulfilment

Support from GM Business Growth Hub has enabled an Oldham-based company to increase its potential daily output by more than 35-fold.

12 December 2024

Bolton-based pasty company discovers missing ingredient after receiving disability awareness workshops

A Manchester disability awareness training provider has partnered with Carrs Pasties to help staff understand the challenges faced by people with disabilities.