The Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) is an independent technology innovation center based in the UK, established in 2004. It focuses on accelerating the commercialization of inventions into marketable products and processes. Headquartered in the North East of England, CPI operates as a non-profit social enterprise, funded by government, private contracts, and EU projects. Its mission is to bridge academia, industry, and government to foster economic growth and develop solutions for healthcare and sustainability. CPI offers a range of customized R&D services, including process development and scale-up for various sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and energy. It provides product innovation support, access to specialized facilities for prototyping, and cross-sector networks for knowledge transfer. CPI is involved in specialized areas like healthcare technologies, net-zero innovations, and digital tech. With over 20 years of experience, CPI collaborates with universities, SMEs, and large corporations to drive innovation and support the development of a skilled workforce.