Grow Your Tech Business in the UK
Join the #1 destination for scale-ups in Europe
On this site you will find investment opportunities and a tailored step-by-step guide to help you set up your business in the UK.
The UK offers world-class tech clusters, a highly skilled talent pool, and unparalleled access to cutting-edge R&D. With strong government backing for innovation and a dynamic, collaborative environment, the UK is the ideal launchpad for scaling your business.
Join us at London Tech Week 2025
London Tech Week 2025 (9th – 12th June) is the UK’s largest and most influential tech event. As a global celebration of tech, it unites the most innovative thinkers and talent of tomorrow in a week-long festival with over 45,000 attendees at last year’s main event at Kensington Olympia.
Complementing the official London Tech Week programme, the Department for Business and Trade is curating a bespoke programme of events for international delegates to showcase to you the strengths of the UK tech.
Learn moreExplore our exclusive London Tech Week programme
- Connections to the best UK companies at the new UK Tech Showcase
- Invitation to an exclusive event to learn everything about successfully expanding and scaling in the UK
- Join our international reception with the chance to network with UK ecosystem representatives and DBT Ministers.
- Connect with regional teams and venture capital investors to better understand the UK ecosystem
Ready to take your scale your tech business?
From accessing Europe's largest venture capital funds to leveraging streamlined visa routes for global talent, our Scale Your Business in the UK Insights & Takeaways has the latest expert advice on setting up in the UK:
- Funding Platforms: Businesses can tap into the UK's thriving investor ecosystem, offering extensive funding opportunities.
- Innovation Hub: Home to six of Europe’s top universities and robust government-backed training programs, the UK is a centre for innovation and top talent.
- Tax Incentives: Generous tax incentives and first-year capital allowances make scaling in the UK simple and seamless.
Artificial Intelligence Action Plan to drive £47 billion boost to the UK economy
This Action Plan will ramp up AI adoption across the UK to boost economic growth, provide jobs for the future and improve people's everyday lives. It will transform healthcare, improve infrastructure, and reduce administrative burdens for teachers, while boosting productivity by up to 1.5% annually - potentially adding an average £47 billion to the UK each year over a decade.
The plan includes initiatives that will help make the UK the number one place for AI firms to invest. A dedicated AI Growth Zones to fast-track development, Scaling up sovereign compute capacity, creating a new National Data Library or a dedicated AI Energy Council will mark some of the next steps.
Learn moreopens www.gov.uk in a new tabThe UK is home to a thriving AI ecosystem.
Ranking 1st in Europe and 3rd globally for AI capabilities, over 3,000 AI companies have chosen the UK as their base. With significant government investment in AI skills and safety, and strong partnerships between academia, business, and policymakers, the UK is shaping the future of AI on a global scale.
3 reasons to choose the UK for tech:
UK is #1 destination for tech scale-ups in Europe:
The UK stands as Europe’s leader in tech scale-ups, with over 160 unicorns in 2025. This achievement places the UK among the top three globally, alongside the US and China, and surpasses the combined total of Germany, France, and Spain.
The UK is Europe’s top hub for innovation:
Ranked 4th in the Global Innovation Index, the UK continues to lead the way in advancing ground-breaking technologies and shaping the future of innovation.
The UK is Europe’s leading hub for academic excellence:
The UK is home to 6 of Europe’s top 10 universities, including the University of Oxford, ranked as the best in the world.
Digital Expansion Guide
Looking to grow, innovate and reach new customers?
Our new step-by-step guide will take you through the most important things to consider when setting up operations in the UK.
In just two minutes you'll receive:
- Sector-specific information relevant to your business, industry and expansion plan
- Practical checklist with recommended next steps
- Personalised, step-by-step guide to setting up in UK
Tech opportunities in the UK
Artificial Intelligence
Ranking 1st in Europe and 4th globally for AI capabilities, over 3,000 AI companies have chosen the UK as their base. With significant government investment in AI skills and safety, and strong partnerships between academia, business, and policymakers, the UK is shaping the future of AI on a global scale.
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Future Telecoms
The UK’s telecom sector is a cornerstone of global connectivity and economic growth, contributing £31.8 billion in 2022 with expected growth of 8.5% in 2023. By 2035, the UK's 5G rollout is projected to add £9.27 trillion to global economic output.
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Quantum Technology
The UK is a global quantum powerhouse, home to the second-highest number of quantum companies worldwide and leading Europe in quantum startups. With £900 million committed to building an exascale computer and £2.5 billion pledged to quantum technologies over the next decade, the UK is pushing the boundaries of innovation.
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Semiconductor Technology
The UK is driving innovation in semiconductor technology, with world-class research hubs and strong industry collaboration. Home to leading companies and supported by cutting-edge R&D, the sector plays a critical role in powering global technology advancements.
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Expand your tech business to the UK
With a comprehensive European network spanning 34 countries, the United Kingdom's Department for Business & Trade is a key government entity driving international trade policy, fostering business growth, and executing a dynamic, outward-facing trade diplomacy strategy designed to unlock global investment opportunities.
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