Imperial is one of the world’s leading universities for science, engineering, medicine and business. Locating with Imperial positions your company at the heart of London’s deep-tech landscape – alongside ambitious founders, pioneering researchers, major corporates and industry partners.
An ecosystem designed to accelerate innovation
More than 100 science and technology businesses form our innovation community. This is an active ecosystem where founders, researchers and R&D teams are close enough to collaborate organically – sharing knowledge and forming partnerships. It’s an environment where ideas circulate, technologies advance and connections are established.
Our partnership team make introductions and open doors across Imperial, and events, forums and specialist workshops connect you with people who can help you move faster – including academics, investors, industry partners and fellow entrepreneurs.
Beyond the university, you’re connected to a wider network of policymakers, investors and industry leaders via WestTech London – strengthening your reach as you grow.
Why locate your business with Imperial?
From startup labs and coworking desks to rapid prototyping facilities, Imperial offers space and flexibility at every stage. As your needs change – whether you’re expanding a team, ramping up production or entering new markets – the Imperial innovation ecosystem flexes with you.
Access world-leading talent
From expert consultants and academics to highly skilled researchers and technicians, you can connect with more than 4,500 staff across Engineering, Medicine, Natural Sciences and the Imperial Business School.
You’ll tap into an exceptional pool of graduate talent across science, engineering, medicine and business. You can also work directly with academics, research groups and specialist technicians who are shaping the future of their fields.
Specialist facilities and advanced infrastructure
Imperial gives you access to state-of-the-art laboratories, shared technical facilities and advanced equipment that would be costly or which cannot be accessed independently.
From early research to rapid prototyping and scale-up, you benefit from infrastructure designed to support complex R&D and shorten development cycles.
Likeminded innovators
With more than 100 companies already located alongside Imperial, you'll join an energetic campus environment which connects your business to pioneering founders and peers who are
powering innovative thinking and deep tech breakthroughs.
Our spaces also provide unrivalled opportunities for your team to advance their professional capacity and help you to enrich your employee offer.
Network and connections
Embed in a thriving innovation ecosystem where you'll be supported by dedicated partnership managers from Imperial who can facilitate access, make introductions and share knowledge. You will connect with fellow innovators, potential collaborators and investors, and future employees.
Founders can tap into a range of specialist accelerators including AI, medtech, climate tech and security – all designed to connect startups with the networks, funding, and expertise needed to grow faster and go further.