For World Oceans Day, we're diving into the technology that's changing how we understand, protect, and work beneath the waves. We'll touch on marine robotics and restoration, with talks from people bringing these innovations to life.
Grab a drink, and join the conversation! Whether you're looking to meet potential collaborators, exchange ideas, grow your network, or simply continue the conversation, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs, and members of the community. You never know where a conversation might lead!
How do you build a business that’s fit for the future economy?
Join Sea Buckthorn Scotland for a unique tasting experience and discover the story behind one of Scotland’s most distinctive natural ingredients!
Sample a selection of products while learning more about the journey from harvest to creation, the flavours that make sea buckthorn so unique, and the innovation behind a growing Scottish business. Whether you're curious to try something new or interested in local food and drink ventures, this is a great opportunity to taste, learn, and connect.
Geovation Scotland is looking for the next generation of innovators utilising land, property and location data to take part in their Accelerator Programme!
In this Conversation Corner, you'll have a chance to meet their team, find out more about their accelerator programme and ask questions about submitting an application of your own.
Geovation Scotland is a partnership between Registers of Scotland and Ordnance Survey, created to unlock innovation by connecting entrepreneurs with authoritative geospatial data, public and private sector expertise and real world challenges. Through its accelerator model, it helps turn bright ideas into scalable solutions with economic and societal impact.
Geovation Scotland are currently recruiting for Cohort 8 of their Accelerator Programme. This bespoke 12-month programme is specifically designed to support early-stage tech start-ups innovating across land, property and location sectors.
Here’s what’s in it for you:
Access to cutting-edge land, property & location data and insights to power your start-up.
Specialist networking with industry leaders and potential collaborators.
Mentorship from subject experts in tech, business, marketing and beyond to guide your growth.
Up to £15k equity-free funding to help your business build and scale sustainably.
A community of entrepreneurs innovating in similar sectors across the UK, to learn from and share connections.
Funded office space in Edinburgh.
Is your startup right for our programme?We are looking for innovative pre-seed to seed* stage startups that leverage location data or property data in their products or services. Here's what we're after:
You've engaged with potential users and customers
Your solution addresses a genuine problem
You understand your customers' willingness to pay
You've mapped out a clear delivery plan with necessary resources and success metrics
Your team has the skills and expertise to execute your plan
You're open to challenges and feedback from our team of experts
*Please note, we are looking for companies younger than 3 years old and have raised no more than £300K of funding or investment. Please reach out if you are on this threshold*
The deadline to apply is Monday 15th June 2026, so drop by our corner to chat to us about the programme and the application process.
Already convinced? Apply today - Geovation Scotland Accelerator - Cohort 8 Application
Rhianna Rees, CEO of the Scottish Seaweed Industry Association and co-chair of Women in Scottish Aquaculture, shares a few thoughts on what it means to work with the sea, protect it, and build an industry that does both.
With more than 20 years of experience in multidisciplinary marine research and over 35 global expeditions, Heather Stewart has spent years exploring the deepest, most mysterious trenches on Earth. As Director of Kelpie Geoscience, she leads ambitious, cross-disciplinary work that expands our understanding of the ocean, from our coasts to the abyssal and hadal zones. She's completed crewed submersible dives to those depths, and recently, alongside legendary submersible pilot Kate Wawatai, became a member of the deepest diving all-female submersible team. In this 10-minute spotlight, Heather will share her journey, the work Kelpie Geoscience is doing, and what it's like to go where few humans ever have.
Join us for a fireside chat with Niall McGrath, Founder and Director of Robocean, in conversation with Heather Stewart, Director of Kelpie Geosceince. Niall's Edinburgh‑based startup develops subsea robots designed to rewild our oceans through industrial‑scale restoration of seagrass meadows.
For World Oceans Day, we're diving into the technology that's changing how we understand, protect, and work beneath the waves. We'll touch on marine robotics and restoration, with talks from people bringing these innovations to life.
Grab a drink, and join the conversation! Whether you're looking to meet potential collaborators, exchange ideas, grow your network, or simply continue the conversation, this is a great opportunity to connect with fellow innovators, entrepreneurs, and members of the community. You never know where a conversation might lead!
How do you build a business that’s fit for the future economy?
Join Sea Buckthorn Scotland for a unique tasting experience and discover the story behind one of Scotland’s most distinctive natural ingredients!
Sample a selection of products while learning more about the journey from harvest to creation, the flavours that make sea buckthorn so unique, and the innovation behind a growing Scottish business. Whether you're curious to try something new or interested in local food and drink ventures, this is a great opportunity to taste, learn, and connect.
Geovation Scotland is looking for the next generation of innovators utilising land, property and location data to take part in their Accelerator Programme!
In this Conversation Corner, you'll have a chance to meet their team, find out more about their accelerator programme and ask questions about submitting an application of your own.
Geovation Scotland is a partnership between Registers of Scotland and Ordnance Survey, created to unlock innovation by connecting entrepreneurs with authoritative geospatial data, public and private sector expertise and real world challenges. Through its accelerator model, it helps turn bright ideas into scalable solutions with economic and societal impact.
Geovation Scotland are currently recruiting for Cohort 8 of their Accelerator Programme. This bespoke 12-month programme is specifically designed to support early-stage tech start-ups innovating across land, property and location sectors.
Here’s what’s in it for you:
Access to cutting-edge land, property & location data and insights to power your start-up.
Specialist networking with industry leaders and potential collaborators.
Mentorship from subject experts in tech, business, marketing and beyond to guide your growth.
Up to £15k equity-free funding to help your business build and scale sustainably.
A community of entrepreneurs innovating in similar sectors across the UK, to learn from and share connections.
Funded office space in Edinburgh.
Is your startup right for our programme?We are looking for innovative pre-seed to seed* stage startups that leverage location data or property data in their products or services. Here's what we're after:
You've engaged with potential users and customers
Your solution addresses a genuine problem
You understand your customers' willingness to pay
You've mapped out a clear delivery plan with necessary resources and success metrics
Your team has the skills and expertise to execute your plan
You're open to challenges and feedback from our team of experts
*Please note, we are looking for companies younger than 3 years old and have raised no more than £300K of funding or investment. Please reach out if you are on this threshold*
The deadline to apply is Monday 15th June 2026, so drop by our corner to chat to us about the programme and the application process.
Already convinced? Apply today - Geovation Scotland Accelerator - Cohort 8 Application
Rhianna Rees, CEO of the Scottish Seaweed Industry Association and co-chair of Women in Scottish Aquaculture, shares a few thoughts on what it means to work with the sea, protect it, and build an industry that does both.
With more than 20 years of experience in multidisciplinary marine research and over 35 global expeditions, Heather Stewart has spent years exploring the deepest, most mysterious trenches on Earth. As Director of Kelpie Geoscience, she leads ambitious, cross-disciplinary work that expands our understanding of the ocean, from our coasts to the abyssal and hadal zones. She's completed crewed submersible dives to those depths, and recently, alongside legendary submersible pilot Kate Wawatai, became a member of the deepest diving all-female submersible team. In this 10-minute spotlight, Heather will share her journey, the work Kelpie Geoscience is doing, and what it's like to go where few humans ever have.
Join us for a fireside chat with Niall McGrath, Founder and Director of Robocean, in conversation with Heather Stewart, Director of Kelpie Geosceince. Niall's Edinburgh‑based startup develops subsea robots designed to rewild our oceans through industrial‑scale restoration of seagrass meadows.