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Science, engineering & technology news
Find all of the latest science, technology and engineering news below including all updates from the North East Technology Park (NETPark), success stories for NETPark’s tenant companies and market breakthroughs in new research in areas such as printable electronics, photonics, microelectronics and nanotechnology.
CPI and Quotient Sciences Launch Joint Venture to Accelerate RNA Drug Development
CPI, a key innovation partner at NETPark, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Quotient Sciences to form a new joint venture aimed at speeding up the development of RNA-based medicines.
Sep 5, 2025
Space to Innovate: The Space Enterprise Lab at NETPark
The Space Enterprise Lab (SEL) at NETPark is a dedicated hub for space innovation, located within the North East Satellite Applications Centre of Excellence.
Sep 4, 2025
Kromek Announces Strategic Partnership with Siegrist to Expand European Reach
Kromek Group plc, a leading developer of radiation detection technology, has announced a new partnership with Siegrist GmbH, who are now the official distributors of Kromek products in Germany.
Sep 2, 2025
What 100 Years of Quantum Physics Has Taught Us about Reality—And Ourselves
This year is the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology, according to UNESCO, marking 100 years since quantum mechanics was proposed.
Aug 29, 2025
Graphene Composites Unveils Breakthrough in Ballistic and Blast Protection
We’re proud to celebrate a major milestone from NETPark-based advanced materials specialist Graphene Composites (GC), who have announced a breakthrough in ballistic and blast protection with the launch of their next-generation GC Shield® technology.
Aug 28, 2025
PervasID Unveils TrackMaster 3X A Major Leap Forward in RFID Technology
PervasID has launched TrackMaster 3X, its most advanced RFID system to date, designed to meet the demands of high-volume retail environments.
Aug 27, 2025
Filtronic Secures Record Breaking SpaceX Order
Filtronic has secured its largest ever contract valued at £47.3m ($62.5m) with its long-standing customer, SpaceX, for the Starlink high-speed internet service.
Aug 26, 2025
REPROCELL Launches ReproRegistry to Strengthen Access to Human Skin Samples for Research
REPROCELL has announced the launch of ReproRegistry, a UK-based volunteer registry designed to accelerate skin research and drug discovery.
Aug 22, 2025
Filtronic Shortlisted for Two Make UK Regional Awards
Filtronic has been shortlisted as a regional finalist in two categories of the Make UK Manufacturing Awards for the North East, Yorkshire & Humberside region.
Aug 21, 2025
Magnitude Biosciences Strengthens Team with Strategic Appointments
Magnitude Biosciences, a pioneering biotech company, has announced two key appointments as part of its continued growth and innovation strategy.
Aug 15, 2025
Filtronic Highlights Quantum-Ready RF Filters at Quantum.Tech Europe
Filtronic is exhibiting at Quantum.Tech Europe, showcasing its expertise in high-performance filter technologies designed to support emerging quantum applications.
Aug 15, 2025
Kromek Secures £860k in New CBRN Detection Orders and Biosecurity Award from UK Ministry of Defence
Kromek (AIM: KMK), a global detection company delivering best-in-class solutions for the advanced imaging and CBRN detection markets, is...
Aug 11, 2025
High Force Research Unite with Local Businesses for Successful Community Litter Pick at Bowburn North
In a strong show of community spirit, 16 employees from High Force Research Ltd, Esh Group, and CDS Security & Fire joined forces on August 5th for a Community Litter Pick at Bowburn North Industrial Estate.
Aug 6, 2025
CPI Joins Groundbreaking Consortium to Strengthen UK EV Battery Supply Chain
NETPark-based CPI, a leading technology innovation centre, has joined forces with FluoRok and Coventry University to deliver the UK’s first demonstrator plant for the production of Lithium Hexafluorophosphate (LiPF₆)—a critical chemical used in lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles (EVs).
Aug 6, 2025
Filtronic Advances Sovereign RF Technologies to Strengthen UK Defence Capabilities
County Durham-based RF specialist Filtronic is playing a key role in bolstering the UK’s sovereign defence capabilities through the development of advanced radio frequency (RF) technologies designed and built entirely in Britain.
Aug 5, 2025
Filtronic eyes growth after 'transformational' year
A technology firm helping drive blue-ribbon space projects has hailed its long-term potential after record-breaking deals saw profit more than quadruple.
Jul 30, 2025
Kromek nets further $5 million in ‘landmark’ deal
A technology firm behind equipment used to diagnose serious illness has secured a further $5 million as part of a “landmark” deal.
Jul 29, 2025
Lord Lieutenant Tours Durham Innovation Hub at NETPark
On Friday, the Lord Lieutenant undertook a tour of key innovation sites across the region, including a visit to NETPark (North East Technology Park), one of the UK’s leading science, engineering and technology hubs.
Jul 29, 2025
NETPark-based STERIS Celebrates 40 Years
STERIS, a global provider of infection prevention and other procedural products and services, is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025.
Jul 29, 2025
NETPark Company Named Regional Winner in North East Business Awards
Filtronic, based at NETPark in Sedgefield, has been named a regional winner in the North East Business Awards and will now progress to the final.
Jul 25, 2025
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