Graphene Innovations Manchester (GIM), a global leader in graphene-based technologies enhanced by AI and robotics, has announced a major development in its growth strategy. The company has secured its initial lending facility with NatWest Bank, a significant milestone that will support GIM’s expanding international operations and its newly awarded contract with a major Middle Eastern partner.
The financing facility will provide GIM with the flexibility to advance its global rollout of technologies that make materials stronger, lighter, and more efficient, across a variety of sectors including aerospace, construction, energy, and data-centre cooling. As part of its business model, GIM develops breakthrough materials and intelligent manufacturing systems in the United Kingdom and licenses them to leading industrial partners worldwide for large-scale commercialization.
Dr. Vivek Koncherry, Chief Executive Officer of GIM, expressed his excitement about the partnership with NatWest, stating, “This agreement with NatWest marks another important step in GIM’s journey to translate world-class research into global industrial impact. It gives us the financial platform to expand our operations, deliver on major international contracts, and strengthen our position as a world leader in graphene-based innovation.”
For NatWest, the partnership aligns with its mission to support innovation and advanced manufacturing. Malcolm Buchanan, Chair of the North Regional Board at NatWest Group, said, “NatWest is proud to support pioneering companies like GIM that are driving the next generation of material science and intelligent automation. With the city region already the UK’s fastest-growing economy, this partnership further underlines Greater Manchester’s strength as a center of excellence for innovation and growth.”
The initial facility is intended to form the foundation of a larger, long-term financing partnership between GIM and NatWest as GIM continues to expand its global presence, deepen its research base, and scale its manufacturing ecosystem from Great Britain to the Middle East and beyond.
Graphene Innovations Manchester (GIM) is a world leader in developing and commercializing graphene and other 2D-material technologies, combined with artificial intelligence and robotics. With headquarters in Manchester, England, GIM licenses its technologies globally to accelerate industrial performance and sustainability. Their innovations span across stronger, lighter composites, advanced hydrogen storage, next-generation concrete, and thermal management systems.
NatWest Group is a UK-focused bank serving over 20 million customers, with businesses across retail, commercial, and private banking markets. The partnership with GIM further solidifies NatWest’s commitment to supporting innovation and advanced manufacturing.
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