Meet the North East Trailblazers
Connected Energy
@connected_energ | connected-energy.co.uk
Connected Energy is contributing to a connected net-zero future by unlocking value from second-life electric vehicle batteries. Operating globally, its ‘E-STOR’ battery energy storage systems (BESS) help organisations achieve sustainability goals and overcome capacity issues. Collaborating with partners, Connected Energy can also supplement EV-charging stations and can help to store surplus energy generation from renewable sources.
Hirestreet
@HirestreetUK | hirestreetuk.com
Hirestreet, a female-founded fashion rental platform, strives to democratise style and sustainability for women. With inclusivity, creativity, and environmental care as their guiding principles, Hirestreet is changing the landscape of fashion rental, as demonstrated by a recent partnership with M&S which offers everyday staples as well as traditional partywear.
Power Roll
@PowerRollPV | powerroll.solar
Power Roll aims to accelerate global solar power adoption with its disruptive microgroove technology. These energy-channelling patterns, akin to holograms, enable low-cost, film-based manufacturing of solar PV modules. With over 22 patent families in 100+ countries, the company is poised for significant scalability and impact in the renewable energy sector.
Recite Me
@reciteme | reciteme.com
Recite Me champions universal accessibility, ensuring everyone can use the internet as intended. Its cloud-based web Assistive Toolbar enables customisable site experiences for visitors, especially those with disabilities, while its Website Accessibility Checker simplifies the process of creating fully accessible and compliant websites. Operating globally, Recite Me has already made over 34.4 million web pages inclusive.
Wootzano
@wootzano | wootzano.com
Wootzano is a state-of-the-art robotics company whose robots are equipped with award-winning electronic skin, machine learning, and cutting-edge vision technology. Wootzano’s dexterous and highly sensitive robots are designed for the handling of delicate fruits in the labour-scarce post-harvest industry. The company recently announced an expansion into the US.
CellRev
@cellrev | cellrev.co.uk
CellRev has developed a cutting-edge bioprocess to solve many of the challenges associated with scaling up adherent cell culture, with huge potential across multiple industries. Its revolutionary deep-tech can accelerate cultivated meat's transformation into a viable and sustainable alternative to industrial farming, and expedite patient access to life-saving treatments.
Tharsus
tharsus.com
Tharsus is a contract manufacturer with expertise in advanced manufacturing and electro-mechanical assembly, taking complex tech products to successful scale manufacture. For almost 60 years, Tharsus has provided innovative products for clients in sectors including electrification, healthcare, warehouse/logistics, agritech and food. Through seamless integration with its sister company, Universal Wolf, Tharsus also offers complex metal fabrication services.
Visualsoft
@Visualsoft | visualsoft.co.uk
Visualsoft provides a powerful e-commerce platform, beautiful store designs and high impact digital marketing services, all delivered by a team of over 300 experts across offices in Teesside, Newcastle, Manchester, and London. Visualsoft’s clients process over £1 billion in annual revenue through the company’s e-commerce platforms, which have an average Google Lighthouse score of 92%.
Advanced Electric Machines
@A_E_Machines | advancedelectricmachines.com
Advanced Electric Machines is an internationally recognised designer and manufacturer of sustainable electric motors for automotive, aerospace, marine and industrial applications. Its powertrains are free from rare-earth materials and waste, coupling peak performance with a commitment to sustainability. Operating from its North East facilities, AEM supplies motors worldwide, partnering with global brands such as Bentley.
SoPost
@sopost | sopost.com
SoPost partners with the world's biggest brands to enhance consumer journeys and generate sales with innovative product sampling campaigns. The firm excels in conducting the most impactful product sampling campaigns, emphasising relevance, data, and analytics. SoPosts's major partners include L’Oreal, Estee Lauder, and Coty.
SaleCycle
@SaleCycle | salecycle.com
SaleCycle provides performance marketing solutions to help businesses reach and retain online audiences for maximum results. The company enriches data and drives additional conversion through Email, SMS, Push and Display. Working with 500 world-leading brands, including Ralph Lauren, Nike and Panasonic, SaleCycle has delivered an average of 8.5% sales uplift across the e-commerce journey.
AMLo Biosciences
@AMLoBiosciences | amlo-biosciences.com
AMLo Biosciences transforms groundbreaking skin cancer biomarker research into innovative prognostic medical devices. Its ‘AMBLor’ test accurately identifies which melanomas are unlikely to progress to metastatic disease, which gives clinicians more personalised information to guide treatment, potentially reduces NHS waiting times, and reassures patients. The company was founded by an internationally acclaimed melanoma research team.
QuantuMDx
@QuantuMDx | quantumdx.com
QuantuMDx is an innovative company that has developed a portable PCR platform. Its small, battery-supported device enables rapid molecular testing at the point of need, in hospitals, and beyond. It is already being used for COVID and flu testing and has applications for many other infectious diseases. Co-founder Elaine Warburton was awarded an OBE for services to innovation in healthcare.
Double Eleven Limited
@DoubleElevenLtd | double11.com
Double Eleven is a leading independent games publisher and developer, with a 'people first' philosophy. The studio has collaborated on high-profile games including Red Dead Redemption (with Rockstar Games), Minecraft Dungeons (Mojang Studios) and Fallout 76 (Bethesda Game Studios). Boasting a team of over 370, Middlesbrough-based Double Eleven launched a new studio in Kuala Lumpur last year.
Low Carbon Materials
@LowCarbonM | lowcarbonmaterials.com
Low Carbon Materials is a female co-founded sustainable materials company, developing low-carbon solutions for the construction industry. The company has created award-winning carbon negative and carbon zero materials, including OSTO, a lightweight carbon negative aggregate for concrete blockwork made from waste products. Last year, Low Carbon Materials was a finalist for the prestigious Earthshot Prize for environmental innovation.