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

CEO of Medicines Discovery Catapult steps down

January 14, 2026

CEO of Medicines Discovery Catapult steps down

Professor Chris Molloy has left the organisation after 10 years

Registration open for pioneering FASTA programme

January 8, 2026

Registration open for pioneering FASTA programme

The programme helps innovators scale MRV technologies for sustainable farming

AWE Celebrates Three Honours Awarded in the NY Honours List

January 6, 2026

AWE Celebrates Three Honours Awarded in the NY Honours List

Congratulations to Andrew McNaughton, Dr Philip Ind and Andrew Salter!

Upcoming members' events

January 26, 2026

AIRTO Special Net Zero Interest Group

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January 29, 2026

AIRTO CEOs’ and Senior Executives Forum

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February 5, 2026

AIRTO Quality Manager’s Interest Group

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Find further information and more events in our members' area