HIGH GROWTH CENTRE thorntonsciencepark.co.uk/hgc Engineering Environment Automotive Advanced Manufacturing The University Of Chester s High Growth Centre is located at Thornton Science Park and offers a unique blend of industry, innovation and academia.
Introduction The newly-developed High Growth Centre is located at Thornton Science Park formerly Shell Technology Centre, near Chester. Co-funded by the University of Chester and the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), the High Growth Centre offers SMEs (Small Medium Enterprises) and new start-up businesses valuable advice and support. Designed specifically for companies operating in the Advanced Manufacturing, Automotive, Engineering and Environmental sectors the unique blend of industry, innovation and academia will deliver a much needed boost to the region. A range of benefits and services are on offer to SME and new start-ups located throughout the Northwest of England. Including the opportunity to run your business from Thornton Science Park.
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Services The dedicated High Growth Centre Team can provide free advice at a pivotal time in your business. Specialist services and support include: Technical advice and research support from our Faculty of Science and Engineering Personalised Intellectual Property and commercialisation advice Sales & Marketing tactics and strategic planning Bespoke business development expertise Supply Chain Advice Access to dedicated and multi-user laboratories, workshops and prototyping Competitively priced offices and hot desks Assitance to produce Health & Safety policies and specialist H&S training for Engineering, Chemical Handling, Energy and Nuclear industries. On-site IT Support Funding advice with a network of appropriate funding solutions Import & Export advice Business Planning Pitching for investment Access to high-end analytical equipment and services Thornton Science Park s on-site team of information professionals can provide research and business support by: Sourcing specialist information relevant to your business needs Document delivery for access to external reports and publications Walk-in access to the specialist information collections and facilities of our on-site library
In summary the University of Chester - Thornton Science Park has created the opportunity and environment to apply the Centre s legacy to the continuation of world-class innovation and research in science and engineering. An emerging Centre of Excellence Thornton Science Park will remain at the forefront of scientific research with an unmatched balance of industry, academia and innovation. The High Growth Centre has been set up to encourage new business creation and help existing businesses to develop. It will facilitate the sharing of knowledge between industry and the University whilst developing links with local, regional and international businesses. The scale, skills and facilities available to organisations across the region has to be seen to be believed. So regardless of whether you are seeking business or technical support it is well worth an informal discussion with the High Growth Team to explore the possibilities. The High Growth Team can access a panel of specialist consultants and advisors to meet your bespoke support requirements. Emerging centre of excellence
Business Collaboration Whether you are a start-up company investigating new concepts, a burgeoning SME looking for additional development space, or an established multinational looking for scientific laboratory research space, the Thornton Science Park can provide solutions to business growth. We can help companies develop innovative products and services as well as efficient processes and procedures all of which can help you gain a competitive advantage. We aim to provide access to additional funding which is only available through collaboration with the University of Chester.
The Faculty of Science and Engineering offers the following undergraduate and postgraduate courses: Chemical Engineering Electronic and Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering Natural Sciences Computer Science Games Development Information Systems Management Project and Programme Management Mathematics The High Growth Centre will actively encourage collaboration with the new faculty which in turn will deliver dual benefits. Students will gain invaluable industry experience and the businesses who engage with the faculty will undoubtedly benefit from the technical knowledge, equipment and ground-breaking research. The result should deliver competitive advantage in challenging markets. The aims and objectives of the High Growth Centre are: To encourage new business creation and the development of existing businesses. With a programme of tailored support via collaborative Research and Development partnerships, consultancy through technical expertise and business mentoring, commercialisation with assistance and licensing, patent filing, Intellectual Property protection and establishment of spin out companies. To encourage synergy and knowledge exchange between businesses and the University. Exploring collaboration work through the resources of the existing innovation and enterprise support teams. There are also opportunities to work with academics and engage with University students via project studies, work experience or knowledge transfer partnerships. To develop greater links with local, regional and international businesses. Encourage and enhance, develop and promote expertise that the North West region has to offer to a wider audience including national and international companies and institutions.
Contact: Our Business Development Team highgrowth@chester.ac.uk to find out how we can support your business. HIGH GROWTH CENTRE Thornton Science Park University of Chester Pool Lane, Ince Cheshire, CH2 4NU Jo Vernon Mobile: 07917 535 020 jo.vernon@chester.ac.uk Newsun Jose MSc MTech 01244 512 385 n.jose@chester.ac.uk Mike Skinner MSc Mobile: 07775 031 755 michael.skinner@chester.ac.uk thorntonsciencepark.co.uk/hgc