A senior delegation led by Investment Zone Minister Alex Norris MP, along with Mayor Claire Ward and Professor Jane Norman, attended a hard hat tour of the University of Nottingham’s new Hydrogen Propulsion Systems Lab. The visit highlighted the significant investments and partnerships driving the region's role in the UK's research and innovation ecosystem. The Hydrogen Propulsion Systems Lab, funded through Research England’s UK Research Partnership Investment Fund and industry co-investment, will conduct research and safe high-power testing of propulsion systems using hydrogen and other green fuels. The lab's capabilities for altitude testing and cryogenic tests will support the decarbonisation of various industries. The completion of EMIZ's first intake of grantees, with 15 industry-university collaborations receiving 'fast start' funding, underscores the commitment to accelerating clean technology innovation. This initiative is part of a £160 million ten-year commitment to position the East Midlands as a hub for net zero industries, focusing on priority sectors like zero emissions propulsion, clean energy, sustainable manufacturing, and green construction. The projects, developed in partnership with universities like the University of Nottingham, aim to translate research into practical solutions with a regional focus. The collaboration between universities and industry partners, such as G F Tomlinson, demonstrates a shared commitment to driving economic growth through green industries and advanced manufacturing. The University of Nottingham is leading the development of technology roadmaps for sectors like zero emissions propulsion, guiding future investment decisions and supporting the region's growth. This collaborative effort signifies a positive outlook on hydrogen technology and its role in advancing sustainable industries in the East Midlands.