The University of Plymouth's expertise in advanced marine technologies will be critical to a major investment programme set to transform Plymouth and its economy.
The UK Government has announced the city is to receive a share of £250million through its UK Defence Growth Deals scheme.
Building on the city's recent designation as the National Centre for Marine Autonomy, the Plymouth Defence Growth Deal will be used to forge long-term partnerships between government, business and research institutions in the city and to harness local expertise and resources in support of the UK Armed Forces.
A significant part of that will see the University driving innovation through a new Advanced Marine Technology Hub, uniting and expanding the city's expertise in dual-use capabilities, marine science, and critical national infrastructure support.
Its aim will be to reaffirm Plymouth's place as a centre of excellence and rapidly grow the UK's marine autonomy capability, supply chain expertise and export capabilities across a range of sectors.
That will enhance the University's world-leading expertise in autonomous marine systems, maritime cyber security, offshore renewable energy and environmental intelligence, as well as reaffirming its long-standing partnerships with - and commitment to - the city's defence and security sectors.
The Plymouth Defence Growth Deal will also strengthen local skills initiatives with a particular focus on STEM outreach, and in fields including electrical engineering, renewable energy systems, nuclear operations, and autonomy.
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