Workshop for the European Satellite Navigation Competition 2014
The UK leg of the European Satellite Navigation Competition (ESNC) gives individuals, teams and companies with ground-breaking ideas in applying positioning, navigation or timing technology, an opportunity to compete for a share of €1 million in prizes. Whether it is a smart-phone app or tracking device to locate supermarket trolleys, if it uses satellite navigation, this is your chance to turn your innovative idea into a successful business.
This year's winner will receive a £5,000 cash prize and a business support package that includes GNSS technical and business consultancy, Intellectual Property advice, a high profile marketing campaign, and introduction to technology partners and funding opportunities. The winning entry will also be forwarded for the overall ESNC with the chance to win an additional €20,000 along with the international exposure and support that comes with it.
Want to find out how this opportunity can be yours?
Then come along to the ESNC workshop on June 17th at the University of Nottingham. Find out how you can submit an entry, protect Intellectual Property and even establish your own company to exploit your idea! There will be a panel of experts and guest speakers from the GNSS industry, and business and innovation who can provide free:
- Technical advice on your idea
- Business advice on Intellectual Property and setting up a business
The Workshop Programme
Agenda Time | Activity | | Presenter |
09:15 | Arrival / Registration / Coffee | | |
09:30 | Introduction and insight to the Catapult and ESNC | | Doug Watson |
10:15 | Introduction to the University of Nottingham / GRACE / EMBRACE | | Paul Bhatia |
10:30 | Previous applicant's perspective | Insight into participants' experiences of the competition, including support and guidance provided by the wider network of the ESNC | |
10:50 | IPR presentation | IPR instruction, patents, how to file IPR etc. | Marks and Clerk |
11:10 | Accountant's presentation | Business establishment, funding, R&D tax credits etc. | |
11:30 | Q&A | | |
12:00 | Networking lunch | | |
13:00 - finish | 1-to-1 tuition sessions | 20 minute slots that can be booked on the day | |