Health Innovation Yorkshire & Humber’s Propel Boot Camp welcomes eight Ukrainian innovators to a first-of-its-kind fully online programme that supports small to medium-sized businesses looking to enter the UK market.
The Boot Camp is built around the needs of the innovators and offers targeted support across five core areas critical to successful UK market entry:
- Understanding the NHS
- Legal considerations
- Finance and funding
- Networking and partnerships
- Growth and spread
Innovations chosen for the 2026 Boot Camp included an AI platform enabling mass screening of chronic diseases, a solution that streamlines workflows and prioritises patient first solutions and an AI-platform supporting mental health services.
Participants gain access to subject matter experts and are introduced to NHS stakeholders, alongside the wider regional HealthTech ecosystem, to help refine their solutions and prepare for adoption. They will also have access to Propel Connect, a dedicated platform enabling participants to network, ask questions, and connect directly with experts.
The selected companies chosen were:
A representative from Aspichi, one of the selected companies on the Boot Camp said:
“It is an outstanding opportunity for Aspichi to participate in the Bootcamp. As we build the infrastructure layer for scalable, measurable mental healthcare, understanding how to integrate effectively within the complexity of the UK National Health System is critical — and having the right partner to guide us is invaluable.
As Ukrainian innovators shaped by resilience and large-scale societal need, we are proud to bring our experience into the UK ecosystem and contribute to a stronger, evidence-driven future for mental healthcare.”
The Propel International Boot Camp attracts some of the world’s most promising health innovation companies to the UK, positioning Yorkshire and Humber as the first region to explore real-world testing, adoption, and impact. The programme, funded by our international partners, supports SMEs to navigate the UK healthcare system and accelerate their route to market.