Our Economic Development team is a dedicated partner for the life sciences sector, committed to driving prosperity through innovation. We act as a vital link between industry, health, and social care, helping to foster an environment where businesses can scale, clusters can thrive, and transformative technologies can reach the frontline faster.
How can we help?
Our team offers more than just advice; we provide high-impact support designed to strengthen both individual businesses and the wider Welsh ecosystem:
- Collaborative Strategic Navigation: We serve as a point of contact, helping you navigate the complex interface between industry, academia, and NHS Wales.
- Cluster Development: We foster specialist life science clusters, such as MedTech, Digital Health, and Advanced Therapies, driving collaboration and building resilient supply chains.
- Health & Social Care Integration: We work directly with health and social care partners to identify challenges that innovation can solve, creating economic value while improving patient outcomes.
- Ecosystem Connectivity: We bridge the gap between your business and vital resources, including government bodies, clinical experts, and academic excellence.
Who qualifies for our help?
We work with a diverse range of partners to help make Wales a global destination of choice for life sciences innovation:
- Welsh Life Sciences Businesses: From ambitious startups to established SMEs and large enterprises, we help home-grown companies expand their footprint and impact.
- Innovation Partners: We work with businesses looking to integrate into the Welsh ecosystem, helping them find their place within our research and clinical infrastructure.
- Health and Social Care Providers: We work with health boards and social care partners to identify how innovation can solve frontline challenges while driving regional economic growth.
