With the ultra-high technology companies and candidates that we work with , the Tech Park ’ s location and its links to the world class Cranfield University are an important part of our own brand . Geoff Cockle , Director , Vector Recruitment
Both buildings include Cranfield success stories that have successfully moved from start-up space in the CIC , including iDirect in Derwent House , and Kinetic in Trent House .
MEDWAY COURT & CONWAY HOUSE Medway Court and Conway House provide headquarters for a number of major UK and global firms , including food freshness consultancy It ’ s Fresh !, training specialist Cognisco and Specialist Microwave Solutions which designs , manufactures and repairs microwave components for the defence and aerospace industry .
MEETINGS & CONFERENCING www . cranfieldtechnologypark . co . uk / meeting-rooms
The Tech Park ’ s high quality meeting rooms and conference facilities are available to hire for all businesses across Milton Keynes , Bedford and the wider region .
The CIC includes two conference rooms , both able to seat up to 70 people for a seminar-style event or suitable for board meetings and networking events . Two meeting rooms are also available for smaller groups , each able to seat up to 12 people .
All rooms have wireless internet connections and audio visual equipment . Catering is available from the on-site cafe including buffet-style and formal lunches , drinks and refreshments .
BUSINESS SUPPORT www . cranfieldtechnologypark . co . uk / services-facilities /
The Tech Park combines high quality serviced office space , administrative support and facilities with the unique expertise and technical benefits provided by Cranfield University .
FACILITIES The CIC provides a range of administration services including IT support , reception facilities , office equipment and secretarial resources .
• Leading business consultancy , access to business networks , assistance with government support and funding opportunities
• Technical research facilities , ranging from precision engineering and crash impact testing to aircraft cabin simulators and wind tunnels , as well as the University ’ s onsite business airport
• Funded research and development schemes such as Knowledge Transfer Partnerships and Innovation Vouchers , plus opportunities to work with academics to develop new knowledge and exploit new markets .
Cranfield University also operates a subsidised business incubation and service facility called CUBIC , providing support to entrepreneurs and fledging companies looking to establish themselves in the CIC and Tech Park .
PARTNERSHIP Cranfield University ( www . cranfield . ac . uk ) is a research intensive , wholly postgraduate institution specialising in aerospace , agrifood , defence & security , energy , environment , leadership & management , manufacturing , and transport systems .
With uniquely close links to industry , the University has an international reputation for its research , teaching and technical facilities in these major thematic areas .
CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY TECHNOLOGY PARK BUSINESSES Cranfield University Technology Park is home to a diverse range of both growing and established businesses . For a full list of firms located at the Tech Park visit : www . cranfieldtechnologypark . co . uk / businesses
The Cranfield University campus is only a short walk away , including cafés and shops , two banks with cashpoints , a bookshop , Post Office and sporting facilities , as well as a total of 250 en-suite hotel rooms available for business guests .
BUSINESS SEMINAR PROGRAMME Cranfield University Technology Park runs a unique business seminar programme for its tenants and firms across the region in partnership with Cranfield University , Central Bedfordshire Council and South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership .
Hosted in the CIC ’ s conference suite the events are designed to provide advice and support for small and growing businesses , with topics ranging from marketing and HR support to funding opportunities , intellectual property and Knowledge Transfer Partnerships .
RESOURCES & EXPERTISE Through Cranfield University , Tech Park tenants also benefit from :
Cranfield meeting room
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