We are AIRTO

AIRTO is the Association for Innovation, Research and Technology Organisations, the foremost membership body for organisations operating in the UK’s innovation, research and technology sector.

We assist members to network and engage collectively, we encourage enterprise, forge links and progress dialogue with key decision makers in government and industry, along with providing a forum for our members to share best practice.


Latest news

NPL partners with South Korean consortium

April 20, 2026

NPL partners with South Korean consortium

The partnership will advance cryogenic RF technologies for quantum applications

LYVA Labs Launches Fourth Edition of its Incubator

April 17, 2026

LYVA Labs Launches Fourth Edition of its Incubator

The incubator supports Liverpool City Region early-stage startups through a 6-month programme

Rosalind Franklin Institute to increase support for innovators

April 16, 2026

Rosalind Franklin Institute to increase support for innovators

The Translation and Enterprise Advisory Board will help guide invention and translation

Upcoming members' events

April 29, 2026

AIRTO Venturing Group

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April 30, 2026

AIRTO Finance Directors’ and Company Secretaries’ Interest Group

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May 7, 2026

AIRTO Quality Manager’s Interest Group

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Find further information and more events in our members' area