UK Innovation Report 2025

The UK Innovation Report 2025, produced by the University of Cambridge’s Institute for Manufacturing, offers valuable insights and data that directly benefit Cambridge-based innovators. The report benchmarks the UK’s innovation landscape against global competitors and highlights Cambridge’s central role in shaping national strategy.

For Cambridge innovators, the report provides a clear picture of the opportunities and challenges facing the UK’s innovation ecosystem. It highlights Cambridge’s strengths in research, commercialization, and attracting investment, while also identifying areas where further support is needed—such as increased R&D funding and better access to scale-up capital.

The report’s focus on sectoral competitiveness and alignment with the government’s industrial strategy is particularly relevant for Cambridge-based startups and scaleups. It offers evidence-based guidance for policymakers and investors, helping to shape a more supportive environment for local innovators.

By providing a comprehensive analysis of the UK’s innovation performance, the report helps Cambridge-based innovators to understand market trends, identify growth opportunities, and make informed decisions about their future direction.

The UK Innovation Report 2025 empowers Cambridge innovators with the knowledge and insights they need to navigate the evolving innovation landscape and achieve long-term success.

Full report available here:
UK Innovation Report 2025 (PDF)