Industry and innovation
Heriot-Watt has a long tradition of working closely with business and industry. These relationships can take many forms, from strategic alliances with international companies to knowledge transfer partnerships with SMEs. We encourage innovation and the creation of new spin-out companies.
Our world-leading research benefits the economy.
Building innovation: An awesome partnership driving industry solutions
Explore how a strategic partnership is fostering industry innovation, delivering impactful solutions across multiple sectors.
Transforming the construction industry with eco-friendly building materials
Discover how sustainable building materials are reshaping the construction industry, driving eco-innovation and reducing environmental impact.
Transforming logistics: research impact in road freight transport
Explore how Heriot-Watt’s research is driving innovation in road freight transport, improving efficiency and sustainability across the logistics sector.
Laser quest: innovation in precision and materials research
Learn how Laser Quest is driving industry innovation through advanced laser technologies, enhancing precision and materials applications across sectors.
Leading innovation: pioneering smart system asset monitoring for industry transformation
Learn how Heriot-Watt’s research is advancing smart system asset monitoring, improving efficiency, safety, and decision-making across industries.
Innovating tradition: the Whisky Chasers’ journey towards sustainable whisky production
Learn how the Whisky Chasers initiative is combining innovation with tradition to make whisky production more sustainable and environmentally friendly.
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