Big ambitions take the right connections.
We've never been ones to keep good ideas to ourselves.
For over 50 years, we've worked side by side with businesses and communities. Getting to know the people behind the ambitions, understanding the challenges they face and putting our expertise to work alongside them.
We're proud of where we come from. And we're invested in where it's going. What matters is the success of the people and places close to us. We want to see good businesses go further, people get the opportunities they deserve, and our communities share in that success.
Salford Connect brings that commitment to every partnership. We're the University's dedicated team, bringing together the right people, expertise and resources to help you make things happen.
Bring us a business challenge, an ambitious idea or something you want to change. We'll get to know what you're trying to achieve and work with you to find a way forward.
For stronger businesses. Stronger communities. And better lives.
Experience counts.
So do results.
750+
Contracts research projects with businesses, charities and large organisations over the last 10 years.
200+
Businesses supported by Energy House Labs.
4,000+
Degree apprentices recruited by 2025.
Highest quintile
Contract research projects with businesses, charities and large organisations over the last 10 years.
How we can work together
You might have a product to develop, a process that could work better or a gap in your team's expertise. Perhaps you're exploring an opportunity that needs a different kind of thinking.
We'll help you find the expertise and support to take it further.
Research and development
Take an idea somewhere new. Work alongside our researchers to challenge assumptions, uncover possibilities and develop something neither of us could have arrived at alone.
Innovation and consultancy
Got an ambition that's pushing you into unfamiliar territory? Let's put what we know together, challenge how things have always been done and see how far we can take it.
Talent and skills
Build a team that's ready for what's next. Bring in fresh perspectives, develop the people you already have and give new talent the chance to make its mark.
Specialist facilities
Big ideas deserve a place to come to life. From broadcast studios at MediaCity to creative workshops and the New Adelphi theatre, find the space to test something out, get people together or put your plans into action.
Who we've worked with
See what happens when businesses, communities and Salford expertise come together.
Vue Group
Taking transport technology further with AI and data science.
United Utilities
Exploring smarter ways to reuse water and recover energy.
Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust
Using research to help protect habitats and biodiversity.
Get started
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Tell us what's on your mind.
A challenge, an opportunity or an idea that's still taking shape. We'll listen and get to know what you're trying to achieve.
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We'll bring the right minds together.
We'll connect you with people, knowledge and resources that can help, and shape the right approach with you.
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Then we'll get to work.
From the first conversation to the next big step, we'll help keep things moving and make sure the right people stay connected.