The latest Matrix report has highlighted areas in which N Ireland can build upon its reputation as a centre of excellence in photonics and laser technologies, providing vital capability to support innovation in areas such as: communications, manufacturing, biomedical imaging, and quantum computing. The 'Photonics and Lasers Capability report was [...]
Tom Gray presented the findings from 'AI and the future of work in Northern Ireland' at the recent AICON event held at Titanic Belfast. As Chair of the report he commenced his presentation stating "AI is not coming to Northern Ireland—it's already here, reshaping how we work, compete, and create [...]
The UK Space Agency made a funding announcement at the recent UKSA conference, with NI Space as one of the 10 cluster organisations to benefit from a £1.6 million investment. Enabling NI SPACE to enhance engagement and collaboration with the public sector. In a report entitled 'Size and Health of [...]
Matrix held an AI themed plenary session at the end of June chaired by Patricia O'Hagan (Matrix, Deputy Chair), at the Innovation Factory. There were insightful presentations from David Crozier and Donnacha Kirk (AICC), Henry Lane (Firetail) and Patrick McIlveen (Catalyst) to inform a lively discussion with our panel members, [...]
Matrix discussed its latest foresight report at the recent All-Ireland Sustainability Summit at ICC Belfast with over 220 delegates in attendance. The Decarbonisation of the NI Built Environment report, commissioned by Matrix NI on behalf of the Department for the Economy, outlines recommendations to further the achievement of net zero [...]
Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald has launched a foresight report which outlines recommendations to move towards the decarbonisation of Northern Ireland’s built environment by 2050. The Decarbonisation of the NI Built Environment report, commissioned by Matrix NI on behalf of the Department for the Economy, sets out strategies to [...]
The highly successful ISAM Conference 2025 took place at the ICC Belfast | Waterfront Hall | Ulster Hall (4 - 5 June), bringing together nearly 350 thought leaders and innovators for an inspiring and impactful event on 'In Orbit Servicing and Manufacturing'. Organised by the UK Space Agency and Satellite [...]
Introducing the ‘Future Focus’ video series by Matrix Panel members provide an insight into their experience and sectoral interests in this short video series. They explore their role as panel members, focus on the future and the evolving opportunities that Northern Ireland is well placed to grasp and harness [...]
Earlier this month some of our Matrix panel members had the fantastic opportunity to visit Artemis Technologies Ltd in Belfast. The visit included a tour of Artemis’ cutting-edge factory facilities, an immersive experience in the high-tech simulator, and the rare chance to get out on the water aboard one of [...]
In a recent episode of the Foundation for Science and Technology's podcast, Robert Hill, Chair of Matrix and representative of the NI Space Special Interest Group, provided an in-depth analysis of Northern Ireland's burgeoning space technology sector. This discussion comes on the heels of the latest Matrix Space Scoping Report, [...]
Matrix has had a number of key engagements across the space and technology sectors with high-profile report launches to international showcases, here’s a look back at our activities over the past few weeks. Space Workshop Matrix participated in a UK Space Agency (UKSA) / European Space Agency (ESA) / Invest [...]
A new report has identified Northern Ireland as a key player in the rapidly expanding global space economy and highlights significant opportunities for growth in advanced manufacturing, cybersecurity, and satellite communications. Commissioned by Matrix, Northern Ireland’s Science Industry Panel, the Space Scoping Study provides a comprehensive analysis of the region’s [...]