Connect, Collaborate, Innovate: KTP@50

Date of event: 09.06.25
Time of event: 09:30 - 11:00

Conference Centre, USW Treforest, Llantwit Road, Pontypridd, CF37 1DL

About this event
Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
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Whether you're facing a specific business challenge, exploring research and innovation activity, navigating funding opportunities, or simply curious about what a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) could do for your organisation, our upcoming event, celebrating 50 years of KTPs, will help you:

Learn how KTPs work – and how your business can benefit
Discover real-world success stories from local companies
Get expert advice from our Wales-based KTP Adviser
Connect with academic experts from USW's Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science
Network with like-minded businesses and potential collaborators


A KTP gives your business the opportunity to collaborate with highly skilled graduates and academic experts, gaining access to tailored solutions that address your specific innovation and productivity challenges. With funded support available, KTPs can help you scale your ideas, accelerate growth, and build a stronger foundation for long-term success.


Welsh based SMW’s benefit from an enhanced funding contribution of 75% from Welsh Government until March 2027, so there has never been a better time to consider boosting your business.



We have assembled expert speakers to explore available support, funding opportunities, and proven success stories, including:

Welcome and Faculty expertise overview from USW’s Professor Sandra Esteves and Louise Pennell – Associate Deans of Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science
Innovate UK’s KTP Adviser for Wales, Rob Rolley on what makes a good KTP.
USW’s Lecturer in Computer Science, Dr Shiny Verghese, showcasing the University’s successful Accelerated Knowledge Transfer project with Pryor & Rickett Silviculture
USW’s Senior Researcher in Inorganic Chemistry, Dr Nildo Costa discussing the KTP application process with successful KTP applicant Dragon RS Ltd
USW Exchange’s Sarah Jeremiah on support and funding available to start collaborations with USW.


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About USW Exchange

USW Exchange is the hub for business and engagement at the University of South Wales, based on the Newport and Treforest Campus. We work with organisations to create connections that bridge academia and industry.

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