Milton Park News & Stories
Browse news and stories about Milton Park in Abingdon – a dynamic business, science and technology community in Oxfordshire and one of the largest in Europe. Milton Park is a collaborative working environment and a welcoming community that fuels innovation and sustainable growth for more than 250 businesses and 9,000 people.
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First look at planned Tokamak Energy fusion power plant
Tokamak Energy, based at Milton Park, has released the first images of its planned commercial fusion power plant with the capacity to generate enough electricity to power 50,000 homes when completed in the 2030s.
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US life science company selects Milton Park as first UK manufacturing hub
New England Biolabs® (NEB®) – a global leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications – is establishing its first overseas product development and manufacturing site at Milton Park in Oxfordshire.
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Milton Park companies secure over 7% of UK’s life sciences equity investment
New research commissioned by Milton Park reveals that £2.14 billion of equity investment was generated across 272 companies based in the science, technology and business community over the past decade.
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UK’s first electric autonomous bus service begins at Milton Park
The UK’s first ever fully electric autonomous bus service launched at 10.00am on Thursday, 02 March at Milton Park in Oxfordshire.
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Milton Park companies to inspire next generation into STEAM careers
A new five-year school engagement programme will see employers located at Milton Park develop local young people’s employability skills and engage students with careers in science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics (STEAM).
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UK’s first electric autonomous bus service set to launch at Milton Park
The Mi-Link project features a 16-seat, single-decker minibus with a range of sensors and optical cameras with state-of-the-art artificial intelligence to control all steering, acceleration and braking without human intervention.
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Amano Enzyme establishes new European hub at Milton Park
The bespoke laboratory, comprising cutting-edge R&D equipment, will enable the company to further expand into strategic focus areas, such as plant-based food and drinks.
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Love Your Liver roadshow spreads liver health awareness at Milton Park
The British Liver Trust has hosted a Love Your Liver roadshow event at Milton Park providing free testing, information and advice from health professionals regarding liver health.
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Low-cost Milton Park bus services expanded in boost for commuters
Milton Park bus services will be extending the zones eligible for the £20 a year bus pass to include the villages of Drayton, Steventon, Sutton Courtenay and Milton.
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Abingdon-based tech firm named third most innovative at global software awards
Based out of the Innovation Centre at Milton Park, NorthRow delivers Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and compliance software for regulated businesses.
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Have your say on LDO proposals for better space at Milton Park
People are invited to have their say on an existing LDO (Local Development Order) proposals at Milton Park that could increase business space and improve the quality and sustainability of buildings.
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Microchip designer EnSilica establishes new global HQ at Milton Park
EnSilica will occupy 5,800 sq ft of space at 100 Park Drive, comprising offices, meeting rooms, laboratory space, social areas and kitchen facilities.
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Plans approved for ‘Nebula’ tech box scheme at Milton Park
The development will comprise a total gross internal area of under 80,000 sq ft, featuring seven new research and development workspaces ranging from 6,000 sq ft up to a single building of 30,000 sq ft.
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The Bee House flexible workspace in Milton Park official opened
After much anticipation, David Johnston, MP for Wantage and Didcot offically opened the Bee House flexible workspace in Milton Park on World Bee Day (20 May 2022).
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QUAD Systems chooses Milton Park as its first UK base
With headquarters located in Zurich, the leading Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) specialist company has taken 127-17 Olympic Avenue in Milton Park as part of its expansion plans.
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Whittard of Chelsea moves headquarters to Milton Park
Prestigious tea and coffee retailer Whittard of Chelsea has relocated its headquarters to Milton Park, a business, science and technology community in Oxfordshire.