"Knowledge Transfer Networks exist to play a vital role in making the necessary connections between the various components of the knowledge transfer system. The KTNs have the potential to replicate the knowledge transfer capabilities that have traditionally been the preserve of the largest companies in specific sectors. They can also add value to the innovation process by developing as well as transferring knowledge.

"The Technology Strategy Board remains strongly committed to listening to the needs and concerns of business and to giving it a voice within Government. The KTNs have a major role to play in this. The Technology Strategy Board is proactively taking a central role in guiding the development of KTNs to ensure that they provide both a vehicle for the wider business community to interact and develop ideas and build communications between business, the Science Base and Government.