Priya Patel
TLDR:
- Ultra I&C opened its Cyber Centre of Excellence in Maidenhead to enhance cybersecurity resilience and STEM talent in the UK.
- The facility, with a £30m investment, serves as a hub for 250 engineers, engaged in local schools and programmes like CyberFirst.
Ultra I&C unveiled its Cyber Centre of Excellence in Maidenhead, signifying a significant milestone in cybersecurity advancement and STEM advocacy. The facility, inaugurated following a £30 million investment, spans 56,000 square feet and serves as a central location for 250 engineers, bolstering the UK’s cyber technology development. It actively collaborates with local schools and initiatives such as the CyberFirst programme to identify and nurture young talents interested in cybersecurity.
Richard Dingley, President of Ultra I&C’s cyber business, highlighted the strategic importance of the Maidenhead Cyber Centre of Excellence in advancing the skills and capabilities essential for ensuring the security and prosperity of the UK and its partners in the future. The facility’s inauguration ceremony brought together industry leaders, government officials, and clients, with former UK Prime Minister Theresa May commending Ultra I&C’s initiative for fostering STEM careers and strengthening the nation’s resilience against evolving cyber threats.
In addition to its strategic location near London, the facility underscores Ultra I&C’s dedication to sustainability by featuring on-premise Solar PV energy generation and an Integrated Building Management System (IBMS) to optimize energy efficiency. With its launch, the centre symbolizes a significant achievement for Ultra I&C, aspiring to enhance cybersecurity resilience and empower STEM in the UK.
