Welcome to our weekly South West Tech News roundup, where you can get all the headlines from the past week in one place.
What has our busy tech and digital community been up to this week? From award wins and innovative breakthroughs to unmissable events and capital raised, take a moment to reflect on the hive of daily activity taking place in our region.
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Weston College has been recognised as a Technical Excellence College (TEC) for advanced manufacturing, securing a key role in training the next generation of workers in one of the UK’s fastest-growing sectors.
Backed by government investment, the programme will support thousands of learners into high-demand roles, with Weston College also set to expand its offer through a new £2.6m Aerospace Skills Academy opening in Filton this year.
The recognition strengthens the region’s position in advanced manufacturing and highlights the importance of industry-led skills development.
Cheltenham-based managed services provider CloudClevr is entering a new phase of growth after completing a major integration programme, positioning the business to scale both organically and through targeted acquisitions.
Backed by private equity, the company has spent the past 18 months unifying multiple businesses into a single operating model, and now plans to accelerate expansion with a renewed focus on M&A and market growth.
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Dorset-based marine tech company Savvy Navvy has introduced a new waves feature designed to help boaters better understand sea conditions and plan safer journeys.
The update simplifies complex wave data into an easy-to-read visual format, giving users clearer insight into comfort and safety before heading out on the water.
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A new £50m funding initiative will support the rollout of AI and robotics technologies across UK farms, helping improve productivity while reducing labour, energy and fertiliser use.
Backed by government and private investment, the programme will accelerate the development of practical agri-tech solutions, supporting innovation and sustainability across the sector.
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