Hethel Innovation

Looking to recruit in engineering or construction? 👷‍♀️👷 City College Norwich is hosting a Construction Skills Hub event where you can meet students ready to take their next step into industry – including apprenticeships and full-time roles.

Reflections from the Make UK 2026 💡 Our key takeaway at Hethel Innovation: success comes when businesses adapt, innovate, and collaborate, turning operational insight into opportunity. Blog hethelinnovation.com/events/make-uk… #MakeUK #Manufacturing #Innovation #Sustainability #CleanTech

It’s Made in the UK Day! Today we celebrate the incredible talent, craftsmanship, and innovation found right here at home. Show your support, buy British, share your favourite UK-made finds, and tag a local maker! hethelinnovation.com/regional-busin… #MadeInTheUKDay #BuyBritish #SupportLocal

"Happy Engineering Day! Today, we celebrate the minds that transform ideas into reality, building a better future for all. Thank you to every engineer whose passion, precision, and perseverance shape our world. hethelinnovation.com/cleantech/marc… #EngineeringDay #Innovation #TeamWork"

AI is set to streamline segments of monotonous tasks, particularly in administrative and data-intensive positions. The optimal approach in the coming years? Individuals who can blend innovation, discernment, and empathy with robust AI expertise – transforming work processes.

People: "I'm uncertain about AI." AI: "I just sorted your emails, revised your document, and corrected that spreadsheet." AI capabilities will be as essential as being "proficient in Excel," but this time they're genuinely thrilling. Learn to prompt it, collaborate with it.

🌱 Creating Environments for Innovation to Thrive ✨ Together, we’re shaping a stronger, more connected innovation ecosystem across the UK. Find out how we can support you by visiting us at MAKE UK on the 3rd of March. #HethelInnovation #InnovationEcosystem #BusinessGrowth

🟠 Meet Shahid Bilal, Innovation Advisor "In this dynamic role, I support businesses; acting as an honest broker, identifying innovative solutions, fostering creativity, and leveraging emerging trends." Contact me hethelinnovation.com/business-insig…

What an incredible Birthday for HIL15! 🌟 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, your energy and enthusiasm made the event truly special. From insightful speeches to inspiring connections, it was fantastic to see our biggest champions come togther.

Myth: Innovation is only for companies with huge R&D budgets. Fact: The most powerful innovations often start with tiny tests, like a simple spreadsheet and a handful of pilot customers to prove the concept before investing. 👉️ Contact Us hethelinnovation.com/business-insig…

AI accelerates tedious, meticulous tasks, allowing researchers to pursue unconventional, groundbreaking ideas. The laboratories that will excel are not necessarily those with the largest funding, but those adept at experimenting with AI, rather than merely conducting experiments.

Meet Kay – Innovation Advisor 🚀 I’m Dr Olakunle “Kay” Kayode, and I work 1‑2‑1 with scale‑up businesses at Hethel to strengthen strategy, structures, leadership, project management and branding so they can grow with confidence. Contact me hethelinnovation.com/business-insig…

In 2026, artificial intelligence is no longer just a novelty; instead, its a tireless co-pilot eager to explore your boldest ideas. Therefore, the question this year isn't "Should we leverage AI for innovation?" but rather, "What daring ventures are we willing to pursue with it?"

Join us at our Science Festival Innovation Drop-In. 📅 Date: 16th Feb 26 🕒 Time: 10.30am - 4pm 📍 Location: The Forum, Norwich Free to attend, drop-in format, everyone welcome. 👉 Save the date and tag someone who should be there!

“It’s National Apprenticeship Week! Join us in recognising the power of apprenticeships—share your story, tag an inspiring apprentice, or let us know how skills training has made a difference for you. hethelinnovation.com/investment/nat… #NAW2026 #SkillsForLife”

Guest Blog Burnout in a high‑pressure FMCG role pushed me to change how – and where – I work. Compassion‑led culture, has transformed my relationship with work and wellbeing 👉 Read the full blog here hethelinnovation.com/guest-blog/car…

From County Roots to Regional Impact At Hethel Innovation, we’re proud of where we started—and even more excited about where we’re going. Want to know how we combine public purpose with private-sector agility? hethelinnovation.com/who-are-hethel…

Join us at our Science Festival Innovation Drop-In. 📅 Date: 16th Feb 26 🕒 Time: 10.30am - 4pm 📍 Location: The Forum, Norwich Free to attend, drop-in format, everyone welcome. 👉 Save the date and tag someone who should be there!

In 2026, AI won’t just be speeding up workflows; it’ll be quietly pruning carbon footprints, too. Think: smarter energy use, better decisions on what to build, ship, and grow next. The real question isn’t “Can AI help sustainability?” It’s “Where do we point it first?” 🌱

Today is Data Privacy Day, a reminder that protecting personal information is more critical now than ever. Privacy is a fundamental right, and safeguarding data builds trust with customers & partners hethelinnovation.com/business-tips/… #DataPrivacyDay #PrivacyAware #InnovationWithIntegrity