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Bridge Innovation Centre
Location Pembrokeshire Science and Technology Park Pembroke Dock Pembrokeshire SA72 6UN
Contact details David Thomas Manager T : 01646 689302 E : david . thomas2 @ pembrokeshire . gov . uk www . bridgeinnovation . co . uk
Located close to the impressive Cleddau Bridge that links the north and south of the spectacular county of Pembrokeshire , the Bridge Innovation Centre provides an impressive environment for innovation and business growth representing all that is positive for business , innovation , and enterprise in Pembrokeshire . The Bridge Innovation Centre is owned and managed by Pembrokeshire County Council as part of its continued commitment to supporting business , science , and technology in the county .
Under the governance of Pembrokeshire County Council , the Bridge Innovation Centre aims to combine the following key themes :
• Business premises and advice
• Research facilities for science and technology
• Innovation and incubation
• Development of business ideas to market
• Growth opportunities
• Enterprise and entrepreneurship
Providing first-class accommodation , services and facilities , as well as research links to Universities and Colleges , we are able to access business support and advice through Business Wales . The Bridge Innovation Centre :
• Encourages and supports the start-up , incubation and growth of knowledgebased businesses
• Provides an environment where business can network
• Develops partnerships and interacts with centres of excellence and knowledge creation to the benefit of all involved
• Has formal and operational links with higher education .
CENTR AL HUB The Bridge Innovation Centre was established as the central hub of the fledgling Pembrokeshire Science and Technology Park , acting as an enabler to help diversify the Pembrokeshire economy . As Pembrokeshire ’ s premier location for modern knowledgeeconomy businesses , it provides a unique environment for innovation and business growth , encouraging idea sharing , collaboration , and networking .
The Pembrokeshire Science and Technology Park is part of the wider Haven Waterway Enterprise Zone , which is home to Petrochemical and LNG industries as well as an efficient 2000MW CCGT Power Station . Milford Haven is well known for its deep water port , and some 25 % of the UK ’ s energy comes through the Haven . Renewable Energy is high on the agenda too , with impressive wave and tidal resources , numerous solar farms and 400KVA National Grid connectivity .