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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.
Lord Vallance calls on tech experts to design ways to help reduce electricity bills
Science Minister Lord Vallance calls on businesses and researchers to develop cutting edge tech, that could cut energy costs in the long-term.
Aug 7
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Red Scientific Receives Gold Award in Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
NETPark-based Red Scientific Ltd has been awarded the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing support for the Armed Forces community.
Jul 25
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