Manchester-based company, Graphene Innovations Manchester (GIM), has announced a major milestone in their growth strategy. The company, known for their advancements in graphene-based technologies enhanced by AI and robotics, has secured an initial lending facility with NatWest Bank.
This partnership will support GIM’s expanding international operations and their recently awarded contract with a major Middle Eastern partner. The financing facility will provide GIM with the flexibility to advance their global rollout of technologies that make materials stronger, lighter, and more efficient across various sectors such as aerospace, construction, energy, and data-centre cooling.
GIM follows a business model of developing breakthrough materials and intelligent manufacturing systems in the United Kingdom, and then licensing them to leading industrial partners worldwide for large-scale commercialization.
Dr. Vivek Koncherry, Chief Executive Officer of GIM, expressed his excitement about the agreement with NatWest, stating, “This 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.”
NatWest, known for its mission to support innovation and advanced manufacturing, is proud to partner with GIM. 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. This partnership further underlines Greater Manchester’s strength as a center of excellence for innovation and growth.”
The initial facility is expected to form the foundation of a larger, long-term financing partnership between GIM and NatWest. This will support GIM as they continue to expand their global presence, deepen their research base, and scale their 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. Their solutions range from stronger, lighter composites and advanced hydrogen storage to next-generation concrete and thermal management systems. Headquartered in Manchester, England, GIM licenses its technologies globally to accelerate industrial performance and sustainability.
NatWest Group serves over 20 million customers in the United Kingdom, with businesses across retail, commercial, and private banking markets.
