6/10/2021 Roke Manor Research Limited
- Roke opens a new customer center in the heart of Manchester’s MediaCityUK
- Create high profile jobs and inspire future talent and skills
- The expansion will strengthen existing relationships with government customers and promote new technology capabilities across the region
Roke, a leading UK innovator in science and technology, has opened a new customer center at HOST in Manchester to create high profile jobs and make an impact on the mission for their customers. The company will provide digital superiority by leveraging new technologies that are revolutionizing the way we live and work.
Manchester is already the fastest growing technology city in Europe. Roke’s expansion plans will create new jobs in artificial intelligence (AI), data science, and cloud engineering to support government customers and industry.
A team of experts in AI engineering, architecture and data analysis has moved into the new office and is looking forward to welcoming the new employees in the near future. The office also supports a flexible, connected and collaborative work environment for colleagues and clients across the UK.
Roke is experiencing strong growth with high demand from multiple clients seeking consulting, technology and R&D services, driven by his extensive knowledge of sensors, communications, cyber and AI. Innovative for over 60 years, the company has been active in the national security, defense and business sectors.
This in-depth and broad-based knowledge means that Roke’s experts are uniquely able to combine and apply these technologies in ways that keep people safe while unlocking value. The most important innovations include Iris, an automatic license plate reader, the first of its kind; STARTLE®, which uses AI technology to improve situational awareness in Royal Navy ships, and RESOLVE, a unique tactical, powerful electronic warfare system with tracking and interception capabilities.
Roke builds on this strong position by continuously investing in people, infrastructure, product development and intellectual property. A cohort of 44 graduates and trainees was accepted in November 2020, the largest number to date. And in January 2021, Roke unveiled its Cyber Launchpad, which extends existing technical training programs to nurture cyber talent.
Over 600 engineers and business people are based in customer centers in Gloucester, London and the headquarters in Romsey, Hampshire. Some colleagues also work directly with customers at their locations.
Paul MacGregor, Managing Director at Roke, commented:
“Businesses are made by the skills, ideas and passion of their people and we are excited to open a new customer center in Manchester with its thriving digital ecosystem. Our insights, products, and services are critical to government and blue chip customers who trust us to protect what matters.
“That’s why we’ve created an environment in which some of the best minds have the time, the confidence and the freedom to be successful. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and support technical ingenuity to build economic prosperity across the country and change our world. “
Tim Newns, Chief Executive, MIDAS said:
“The news of Roke’s expansion is extremely welcome and another fantastic addition to Manchester’s booming digital and technology ecosystem.
“Manchester, already home to UK security agency GCHQ, is the fastest growing cyber ecosystem in the country and provides Roke with a prime environment to collaborate with like-minded specialists, conduct research and development and capitalize on the region’s rich tech and cyber talent open up. We look forward to continuously supporting and accompanying you on your growth path. “
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