DOCK-Y Founder & CEO Manish Pillay Speaks on BBC Midlands Today About West Midlands Growth Plan

Growth. Innovation. Opportunity.

West Midlands Growth Plan Launch

On 21st July, the West Midlands Growth Plan was launched by Richard Parker and Ed Cox from West Midlands Combined Authority, setting out a bold vision to unlock the region's potential through investment, innovation, and skills development.

The Mayor spoke passionately about driving inclusive growth, creating jobs, and making the West Midlands a beacon for sustainable business — a vision DOCK-Y wholeheartedly supports.

CEO Interview on BBC Midlands Today

Speaking to BBC Midlands Today, our Founder & CEO Manish Pillay shared how the Growth Plan's focus on innovation and skills aligns with DOCK-Y's journey — as a Midlands-born startup building AI-driven micromobility solutions for a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.

The plan is a catalyst for scaling companies like ours, fostering an ecosystem where technology meets meaningful impact.

Ecosystem Support

DOCK-Y's progress wouldn't have been possible without the invaluable support from:

• Innovate UK
• Connected Places Catapult
• Diatomic Accelerator
• GIPs
• Department for Business and Trade
• British High Commission in India
• Many business and innovation networks

Global Customer Reach

Thanks to this ecosystem, we've secured customers across the UK, USA, and India in last-mile and near-mile micromobility for both people and delivery on:

• E-bikes
• E-scooters
• Robocarts

BBC Showcase Moment

Showcasing our first AI-powered e-bike on the BBC was a proud moment — especially now, when national and regional leadership are united in making people's lives better through:

• Safety
• Security
• Sustainability
• Jobs and youth training

These are values DOCK-Y stands for.

Made in the UK, Made for the World

Our belief in 'Made in the UK, Made for the World' remains stronger than ever. Here's to building a future of growth, together.

Media Coverage

🎥 Watch the BBC coverage: BBC news Link Click here

Read full West Midlands Growth Plan: https://lnkd.in/dw-nTfFT

Special thanks to:

Iain Mansell, David Watters, Deepak Pathak, Elena Williams MCIEx, James Taplin, Nik Gandhi, Ian Stevens, Dilruk Yahathugoda, Ankitha Sukumar, Megan Ford, Alizée McLorg, Dirk Schaefer, WMG, University of Warwick.

And all our customers, suppliers, and partners who are part of this journey.

Contact: info@dock-y.com