Answers on lab specs, lease terms, what's included in the bill, and how Imperial Incubator support works at Base One, North Acton, West London. Back to Sciopolis BASE ONE THE BUILDING LAB SPACE Floorplans & Technical Specs OFFICE SPACE MEETING SPACE EVENT SPACE CAFE HOT DESK FAQS AVAILABILITY COMMUNITY INCUBATOR INNOVATOR STORIES LOCATION NEWS & INSIGHTS CONTACT BASE ONE - FAQs Part of the Sciopolis network, Base One in North Acton, West London, is created for scientists, engineers and founders who need space that works from day one. It offers some of the most cost‑effective, fully fitted labs and offices in London, combining practical design, flexible leasing and the backing of Imperial’s innovation ecosystem. Located within one of London’s best-connected hubs, and supported by Imperial Incubator - it delivers affordability, connectivity and community in a single address. Frequently asked questions What types of work spaces are available? Base One in North Acton, West London (Zone 2), is part of the Sciopolis network. It is built for scientists, engineers and founders who need space that works from day one, with some of the most cost-effective, fully fitted labs and offices in London and the backing of Imperial's innovation ecosystem.The building has 24 ready-to-move-in labs and 29 modern offices, plus hot desks, meeting rooms, coworking areas, event spaces, a Cafe, a front terrace and a rear private garden.It is designed for science and technology companies from start-up to scale-up, including life sciences, health innovation, cleantech, chemistry, advanced materials, deep-tech and AI. Is Base One an incubator? Base One is a science and technology hub rather than an incubator. It is designed for science ventures entering their next stage of growth, whether Imperial spinouts or companies from anywhere else.Imperial Incubator is part of the community: its lab manager is based on site, and Base One founders get onboarding support, workshops, mentoring, investor introductions and access to Imperial's network. More about Imperial Incubator at Base One Is the site only for biotech companies? Not only biotech. Base One welcomes tenants across all science innovation, including life sciences, biotech, med-tech, chemistry, quantum technology, cleantech, advanced materials, robotics, AI and more.Spinouts from any university in the UK and beyond are encouraged. Can engineering, hardware or deep-tech companies lease space? Yes. Base One labs can accommodate light engineering, fabrication and sensor development.Grapht Works, a nearby industrial site also owned by Imperial, provides easy access to heavier-duty pilot and advanced manufacturing facilities. Is Base One suitable for both start-ups and scale-ups? Yes. Flexible space at Base One, with two-year leases as standard and shorter or longer terms available, lets companies grow from early R&D through to production.Grapht Works, a five-minute walk from Base One, is the Imperial industrial facility which allows innovators to set up pilot plants and manufacturing facilities close to their labs. Can non-science, creative-tech teams lease here? Yes. Base One embraces cross-disciplinary innovation and collaborates with the nearby Park Royal Design District to bring art, design and manufacturing talent into the community. How do I rent lab space at Base One? Base One has 24 fully fitted CL2 labs from 42 to 250 m², ready to move into, with prices from £5,100 a month all-inclusive and two-year leases as standard.To view a lab, book a Tuesday tour or contact the team to discuss availability and a tailored quote. How much does lab space cost? Base One rates are among the most competitive for ready-to-occupy labs in London. Lab space starts from £5,100 a month and offices from £1,900 a month, all-inclusive.Leases are two years as standard, with shorter and longer terms available.See Availability and Pricing, or contact the team for a tailored quote. What technical standards do the labs meet? All labs are developed as Containment Level 2 (CL 2) labs suited to most benchtop science. This includes:o Six air changes per houro Dedicated three‑phase electrical supply with switchboardo High and low‑level dado rails with power sockets every metre and several data socketso Ceiling‑mounted 32 amp outlets for island benches or central equipmento One dedicated gas line connected to external manifoldso Compressed air lineo One vented extract duct per lab which is sized to support one 1,500 mm fume cupboard in every lab (with capacity for additional units by arrangement)o Hand basin with Hot and Cold potable watero Lab sink with cold lab watero Marmoleum flooring with coved edges to contain spillageso Ground‑floor labs and some first-floor labs have concrete floors which will provide better vibration performanceo All first‑floor labs are fitted with leak‑detection systems to minimise any damage to ground floor labs in case of a leak.More about our labs here What is a CL2 lab? Containment Level 2 (CL2) is the UK standard for labs working with Hazard Group 2 biological agents: those that can cause human disease but are unlikely to spread in the community, and for which effective treatment is available. It is the standard needed for most benchtop biology. All 24 labs at Base One are built to CL2, so they suit most life science, biotech and med-tech work from day one. How is waste and chemical storage managed? External stores at Base One accommodate non-hazardous waste, chemical materials and liquid nitrogen (LN2). Waste contracts are coordinated by the onsite Imperial lab manager. What shared lab equipment and utilities are available? Every floor at Base One has a shared equipment room with autoclaves, glass washers, flake-ice machines and Type 1 and Type 2 demineralised water systems, all bookable through the Sciopolis app.See the Floorplans and Technical Specs page for more detail. What furniture and fit-out is included in the lab? Fixed benching around the sinks and a set of mobile benches come as standard, so tenants can develop their own layouts. Tenants can add further furniture as needed.Tenants generally provide their own science equipment, though shared equipment such as autoclaves, glass washers, flake-ice machines and demineralised water systems is available in the common equipment rooms. Can I customise my lab layout? Yes, subject to compliance. Speak to the Base One team early so the space can be adapted to your needs. Does Base One offer dry lab space? Yes. As well as wet lab science, Base One labs suit dry lab work such as electronics, hardware and sensor development, prototyping and light engineering.Every lab has a dedicated three-phase electrical supply, ceiling-mounted 32 amp outlets for island benches or central equipment, and power sockets every metre with several data sockets, so benches can be arranged around equipment rather than sinks.Teams doing computational or data-driven work can also use Base One offices and hot desks, backed by high-bandwidth internet with backup and secure rack space in the comms room. What types of dry lab work can Base One support? Base One suits electronics and hardware development, sensor development, prototyping, fabrication and light engineering, as well as computational and AI work.For heavier-duty pilot or manufacturing needs, Grapht Works, a five-minute walk away, offers larger-scale facilities. Will Imperial staff be on site? Yes. A lab manager from Imperial Incubator is based onsite to provide Base One members with technical expertise, operational support and direct links to Imperial’s network. Since 2006, Imperial Incubator has supported science‑driven startups with the space, tools and know‑how to progress breakthrough ideas. Its companies have raised over £622 million, created more than 600 jobs and achieved significant industry recognition.This impact is rooted in its ability to unlock Imperial’s world‑class research environment- from specialist facilities and academic collaborations to graduate talent and industry partnerships.Founders based at Base One benefit from: • Streamlined onboarding and equipment access • A connected startup community across West London • Skills‑focused workshops, mentoring and expert guidance • Investor introductions, accelerator pathways and grant support • Advanced scientific capabilities and access to Imperial’s academic network Is there lab space near Imperial College London? Yes. Base One is a science and technology hub on a site owned by Imperial College London, two stops from Imperial’s White City campus on the Central line. It has 24 fully fitted CL2 labs from 42 to 250 m², from £5,100 a month all-inclusive, with an Imperial Incubator lab manager based on site. Grapht Works, an industrial facility also owned by Imperial and a five-minute walk away, offers pilot and manufacturing space. Where is Base One? Base One is at 1 Portal Way, North Acton, London W3 6RS, in West London (Zone 2). It is a two-minute walk from North Acton station on the Central line and part of Imperial’s Old Oak Innovation Cluster, in the Old Oak and Park Royal regeneration area. Base One was previously known as 1 Portal Way. What types of leases are available? Base One leases are two years as standard, with shorter and longer terms available. All leases are flexible, all-in serviced leases that include utilities, cleaning and shared facility management. What is included in the monthly fee? One transparent monthly payment covers rental of space, business rates, meeting room access, utilities, operations, cleaning and community activities. Meeting-room and printing allowances are built in. Are utilities included in the rent? Yes. Water, heating and electricity are included within the service charge. Does Base One offer office space as well as labs? Yes. Base One has 29 private and open-plan offices from 15 to 100 m², with high-speed connectivity and meeting-room access, ready for immediate move-in.Hot-desking and coworking options available. Does Base One offer hot desks? Yes. Base One offers pre-booked hot desks at £40 a day or £300 a month (introductory offers are available, check with us first) alongside dedicated desks and private offices, so individuals and small teams can work from the building without committing to a private space until they are ready. Who are Base One hot desks for? Base One hot desks suit solo researchers or anyone who need occasional desk access and small teams looking for a consistent base, with the option to move into a private office or lab as they grow. Can I book a hot desk in London for a single day? Yes. Base One hot desks in North Acton, West London, can be booked by the day or by the month. Desks are pre-booked, so contact the team to reserve one. Does Base One offer coworking in West London? Yes. Base One in North Acton, West London, has coworking areas and pre-booked hot desks from £40 a day, two minutes from North Acton station on the Central line.Coworkers work alongside science and technology companies, with the cafe and social areas on site and meeting rooms available to book to all members. What shared amenities can members use? Base One is designed to foster community and productivity. Members can access:o Meeting rooms for team and client sessions (2-40 people), all Teams‑enabled), quiet rooms and phone booths, plus a Training Room for about 40 people with live streaming capability.o Cafe and social areas for informal interactionso Event spaces to host launches, demos and networking. Our ground‑floor event space seats 80 people and includes full AV for presentations and launches. Quiet spaces and phone booths also available on every floor.o Private garden at the rear of the site is suitable for relaxation and large eventso Regular programming to support collaboration and culture Do I need to be a member to book a meeting room? No. Base One meeting rooms are available to members at a discount through monthly credits, and to external organisations at standard hire rates, from £35 an hour. Can I hire Base One as a venue in West London? Yes. Base One in North Acton, West London, is open to external organisations for launches, investor days, workshops, training and receptions. The ground-floor event suite seats 80, or holds 200 for a reception, with full AV and onsite catering, from £150 an hour.Meeting rooms for 2 to 40 people start from £35 an hour, and the private rear garden suits larger summer events. Get in touch for a tailored quote. Can I hire the event space without being a tenant? Yes. Our event spaces are open to members and external organisations alike, with onsite catering available throughout. Get in touch for a tailored quote. What does the Base One Cafe serve and when is it open? Base One Cafe serves rotating menus of hot food, including vegan options, and barista coffee. Onsite catering is available for meetings and events.Base One Cafe is open 8am to 4pm Monday to Thursday, and 9am to 2pm on Fridays.Each floor also has tenant-only tea points with free tea and coffee, fridges and microwaves. Is the Cafe open to non-members? Yes. The Cafe is open to everyone, so you can drop in for coffee, lunch or a working session without being a Base One member.Check out our Base One Cafe page to see what's on the menu How is cleaning handled? Sciopolis staff clean offices, lab floors and shared areas regularly. Tenants clean their own benches and equipment.General waste is handled centrally by the cleaning team. Specialist waste is handled by tenants through approved providers. How reliable is the network and Wi-Fi? Our sites all have main and back-up high bandwidth internet provision, each offering very high reliability. All sites use Cat 6A cabling with wide Wi-Fi coverage and secure network options. Access control and room bookings are managed through the Sciopolis app.Secure rack space is available for tenant rental in the comms room. Is the building open 24/7? Yes. Members have round-the-clock access with onsite security. Lone-working policies apply for labs outside normal hours. What transport links serve Base One? Base One is exceptionally well connected.* North Acton station (Central line) is a two-minute walk away, and Acton Main Line (Elizabeth line) is a 13-minute walk, with fast links to central London, Heathrow and the South East.* Base One is two stops from White City and one stop from Hammersmith Hospital on the Central line.* When HS2 opens, the nearby Old Oak Common superhub will be the only place in London where the Elizabeth line and HS2 meet, cutting journey times to Bond Street (9 min), Tottenham Court Road (10 min), Canary Wharf (23 min), Heathrow (18 min) and Birmingham (31 min). Is there cycle storage or parking? Yes. Base One has secure covered racks for 60 bikes and three showers for cyclists, plus a limited number of bookable visitor car spaces in a gated car park. How are deliveries managed? Smaller parcels will be received at reception and placed in secure tenant post lockers; larger deliveries use the rear logistics bay and goods lift with short-term holding space in the logistics store. How does Sciopolis support members? Support starts well before move-in. Through our partnership with Imperial College London and a network of trusted collaborators, we offer far more than space. Members can access: o Peer-to-peer collaboration – we connect tenants who can help each other overcome challenges. o Community and learning – events, workshops and socials blend knowledge-sharing and fun o Talent attraction – curated introductions to recruiters and investors to grow teams quickly. o Practical business support – help finding suppliers, mentors and vetted service providers. o Direct links to Imperial – connections into research partners, recruitment pipelines and collaborative projects. o Lab and technical support – onsite expertise and facilities from the Imperial Incubator to aid scaling. o Visibility and brand building – promotion through events and media within the Sciopolis network. 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Get in touch with the Base One team in North Acton, London, to book a tour or ask about lab, office, meeting or event space Back to Sciopolis BASE ONE THE BUILDING LAB SPACE Floorplans & Technical Specs OFFICE SPACE MEETING SPACE EVENT SPACE CAFE HOT DESK FAQS AVAILABILITY COMMUNITY INCUBATOR INNOVATOR STORIES LOCATION NEWS & INSIGHTS CONTACT GET IN TOUCH Please contact us if you are looking for lab and office space or hot-desks, meeting rooms and event space. We run weekly tours, pls get in touch to know the dates. info@sciopolis.co.uk 020 8912 1010 Sciopolis - Base One Base One 1 Portal Way London, W3 6RS Nearest Tube Stations: North Acton (Central Line) Acton Main Line (Elizabeth Line) OUR TEAM Charlie Mitchell Founder & CEO Mark Sanders Founder & Chairman Caterina Rigoni Marketing & Ecosystem Zara Davidian Operations Amy Bush General Manager Sandi Dissanayake Lab Manager, Imperial Incubator Anna Oktaba Front Desk and Community Assistant Home The Building Availability Community Location Latest Insights Contact Contact 020 8912 1010 info@sciopolis.co.uk Base One, 1 Portal Way, North Acton, London W3 6RS Follow us on LinkedIn > Cookie Policy | Privacy Polic y All rights reserved. ©Sciopolis@BaseOne 2026 | Website designed by Jamin Design

Move into fully compliant Cat 2 laboratories. Ready to use, scalable R&D spaces with full services and flexible leasing from Sciopolis. LAB SPACES Ready to use labs, for rapid R&D Cat 2 laboratory space designed for teams who want to start work from day one, with no fit-out delays or hidden costs. Each lab is fully equipped, serviced and compliant, allowing scientists to focus on discovery rather than setup. Available Labs in London, North Acton WHY CHOOSE SCIOPOLIS LABS? Immediate occupancy in compliant and flexible labs Access to shared equipment, technical support, talent Predictable monthly pricing with all services included Strategic, well-connected locations Scalable laboratory and office space that grows with you Supportive community and business network View Our labs at Base One Our first hub is here: 55,000 sq ft of ready-to-occupy laboratory and office space located in London, North Acton. Find Out More Book A Tour LATEST PHOTOS 1/3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Our laboratories meet Containment Level 2 standards, ideal for applied and benchtop research. Each lab includes: Six air changes per hour for safe ventilation Gas and compressed air lines Dedicated three phase power and switchboards Vented extract ductwork for a 1 500 mm fume cupboard Power sockets every metre for flexibility Lab sinks with lab water supply Ceiling outlets for modular island benches To find out more Read our FAQs Every Sciopolis lab includes utilities, maintenance and compliance support in one predictable monthly fee. Shared facilities such as autoclaves, glass washers, ice machines and demineralised water systems reduce capital costs and setup time, helping teams move from setup to research in days rather than months. MANAGED, MOVE-IN READY MODEL COLLABORATIVE SCIENCE ECOSYSTEM Get more than lab space. Shared R&D resources and onsite support staff Access to meeting rooms, community events and activities Introductions to curated service partners: from science supplies to IP advice, marketing etc Collaboration with key University partners, and access to equipment Recruitment Support via talent partners Visibility to investors and industry networks across the UK FLEXIBLE LABORATORY LEASING Our lab spaces scale with your team: From two desks to full laboratory suites Short term, flexible serviced leases for simple onboarding and expansion Ideal for startups, scaleups and institutional projects needing flexibility with quality research infrastructure NEXT STEPS Enquire today : we have availability for laboratory space Visit our labs at Base One, 1 Portal Way, North Acton Read our FAQs to see how we manage the full workspace experience.

12 May 2026 New Tenant! P.Happi joins Base One Second Tenant announced: P.Happi® A pioneering UK women’s health startup is bringing microbiome-based manufacturing to our North Acton Innovation Hub Base One from July 2026 — a different sector to our first tenant, but the same story of science moving from research into scale. We’re delighted to announce P.Happi ® a pioneering UK women’s health startup developing microbiome-based products, as the second company to take up space at our new Innovation Hub at Base One, 1 Portal Way, North Acton. P.Happi ® will establish laboratory facilities at 1 Portal Way to scale the production of its patented microbiome-based active ingredient, Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus (B.Y.M. ® 1405) a naturally occurring bacterium at the heart of the company’s consumer health range. The move marks a critical step in P.Happi ® ’s evolution from research-led startup into a manufacturer capable of supporting more women with its intimate health solutions, while remaining embedded in the Imperial College London ecosystem. “P.Happi ® ’s journey is a strong example of how science-led ideas can progress from early research into real-world impact. Chiara founded the company within the Imperial ecosystem, and it’s exciting to see P.Happi® now taking the important step into manufacturing at Sciopolis. This is exactly the kind of transition we aim to support — enabling talented founders to stay connected to Imperial while gaining the space and infrastructure needed to scale responsibly.” Graham Hewson, Head of Incubation & Prototyping Spaces, Imperial College London From lived experience to a manufacturing-ready company P.Happi ® was founded by Dr Chiara Board , a scientist-turned-entrepreneur with a PhD from Imperial College London. The company began from a lived problem rather than a piece of technology: a frustration with the lack of innovation in women’s intimate health, where recurrent issues such as UTIs are too often managed with short-term interventions rather than approaches that support long-term microbiome balance. Founded within the Imperial innovation ecosystem and supported by Imperial Incubator, Imperial Enterprise Lab and the WE Innovate programme, P.Happi ® has since raised backing from leading investors including Mithril Capital, Calm/Storm, Firstminute Capital, Active Partners and SOSV. Its products are now sold at Boots and Pharmacy2U. After amazing reviews, and the company selling out of product, the next chapter is scaling its manufacturing. From its lab at Base One, a small team will produce the active ingredient powder that sits at the core of P.Happi ® ’s product range. Producing on site allows the company to scale responsibly, maintain quality, and reduce reliance on a single external manufacturing partner. “You can have great innovation, but if it stays on the bench it never reaches people who can benefit from it. Frustrated by my own health journey, our mission has always been to bring meaningful innovation into women’s health and empower women with solutions they can easily access and use to better support themselves. Manufacturing is the step that turns science into impact. Being able to manufacture at Sciopolis Base One, in a space that fully understands how scientists operate and is backed by Imperial, gives us the confidence to scale production without unnecessary risk or disruption, and to support more women with their intimate health.” Dr Chiara Board — Founder, P.Happi ® Why manufacturing is the missing middle The UK has world-class science, but too often it gets stuck at the bench. Scale-up infrastructure and commercial translation are where things break down, and that’s exactly the gap we are aiming to close. For a company at the production stage, the requirements are practical: cost-effective lab space that fits the margins of a scaling business, shared equipment that reduces capital outlay and a stable home that won’t disappear in twelve months. With Imperial College London behind Base One, (previously known as 1 Portal Way), Sciopolis offers the kind of long-term commitment that matters when you’re housing critical equipment and planning a production run rather than a pilot. As Chiara says: “I can’t afford to move equipment around - there’s always a risk something breaks. Knowing that Imperial is behind this gives me the confidence that the space won’t fold or vacate next year and we have a home to continuously produce and grow. Staying part of that great ecosystem matters.” Part of a growing cluster P.Happi ® ’s arrival places them inside Imperial’s emerging Old Oak Innovation Cluster , part of WestTech London. They join Ki 13- our first tenant, announced in March- as part of a community of up to 30 science and technology scale-ups that Base One is designed to support. The cluster also includes Imperial’s nearby advanced manufacturing site, Grapht Works , a 9.6-acre industrial estate situated 5 minutes away from Base One, that is being repurposed for prototyping and pilot-scale manufacturing. The proximity allows tenants to move easily between laboratory and office space at Base One and larger production facilities a short walk away. Different sector, same challenge Where Ki 13 is tackling clean energy and P.Happi ® is advancing women’s microbiome health, the underlying challenge they share is the same: getting from research into reliable, repeatable production without leaving London or the network they grew up in. That’s what Base One is built for: 55,000 sq ft of fully fitted CL2 laboratories and flexible offices, with shared amenities, a café, and direct connections to Imperial Incubator’s support and network through an on-site Lab Manager. No upfront capital investment, and the stability of a hub developed in partnership with Imperial College London. “P.Happi’s arrival demonstrates the breadth of innovation Sciopolis is designed to support. While operating in a very different sector to our first tenant, the challenge is the same — supporting ambitious science-led businesses as they move from innovation into manufacturing. Sciopolis exists to enable that transition in a stable, cost-effective environment that allows companies to grow without leaving London.” Charlie Mitchell, CEO, Sciopolis More to come: want to join us? We’ll be announcing more tenants in the weeks ahead as we count down to our June opening. If your company is looking for space to grow, check out what lab space we have available and, if it looks interesting to you, we’d love to talk . To come and have a look, pls contact us to get onto one of our TuesdayTours ABOUT P.HAPPI®: P.Happi® | Microbiome protection for your intimate area

3 July 2026 Base One: open for business! We are open for business! Base One (previously known as 1 Portal Way), North Acton, London Base One , Sciopolis's new science and technology hub developed in partnership with Imperial College London, has officially opened its doors. After an 11-month retrofit, a purpose-built 55,000 sq ft home for science and deep-tech is open, with our first tenants already moved in. (Likely) the most cost-effective labs in London Inside is an Innovation Hub built to match ambition: 24 ready-to-occupy CL2 labs, 29 flexible offices, bright workspaces and flexible event areas , all designed for focus and breakthroughs, cost-effective and backed by Imperial. P.Happi and Ki 13 have already moved into their labs, with Sandy, their trusted on-site Lab Manager from Imperial Incubator, facilitating the settling-in and getting the common equipment rooms in good shape. Built by/for this community This building was never just for us. It's for the scientists, founders and makers of North Acton, Park Royal and beyond, the wider community we're proud to now call neighbours. We can't wait to welcome people in to see the space, walk the labs and meet those already working here. So much of the community is built into the space: exterior and sculpture by David Samuel , shelves by Blast Studio and furniture (and pretty much all the molecules in the building) from the POW workshop in Park Royal. Book your summer here: no better place for it Hot desks, meeting rooms and event space are all bookable now, tenant or not, and with the next heatwave set to hit London in the coming days, we're eager to host anyone looking for a dynamic space, a sense of fun and proper aircon! That's alongside our food activation at Base One Cafe with our great partner, the Genuine Dining Company, starting tonight with our first BBQ and continuing into next week with a whole week of food extravaganza. And they'll be with us for the long run, supplying our community with well-priced, nutritious and varied food choices. They'll be able to cater for all types of events, so put them to the test in the coming weeks. Want to spend the summer with us? ● Hot desks: available for a day, a week, or the whole summer ● Meeting rooms: fully fitted and ready for pitches, workshops or team days ● Event space: the space that hosted our own launch is ready for whatever comes next ● Garden: bookable for BBQs or for informal meetings Start here. Stay here. Base One is five minutes from Grapht Works, Imperial's advanced manufacturing site, a pairing of R&D next to manufacturing space that's genuinely unique for Zone 2 London. From lab to pilot plant in five minutes. Several visitors have already told us how incredible this proximity is, and how it may change the trajectory and speed of commercialisation for the companies based here. And did we mention how well connected everything is? Every single visitor says the same thing: “this was so much easier to get to than I thought,” as they rock up fifteen minutes early for every meeting. This is just the beginning. Our formal launch follows in September, but there's no need to wait until then. The building, and this community, are open now. Get in touch to book a tour, pop in for a coffee (from next week, our coffee machine is working on all cylinders), or spend the day with us with a hot desk, a meeting room, or the event space. We've also just welcomed Anna to Reception! She's Polish, speaks fluent Norwegian and would love a chat in either language if you're in the area. The team here can't wait to welcome you in. www.sciopolis.co.uk/baseone

28 Nov 2025 London Spinouts: we are building space for you Spinouts continue to grow as a mighty Asset Class This month, spinouts have been everywhere , cropping up in reports, events, and the press. No longer niche curiosities tucked away in university corridors, spinouts are emerging as a distinct asset class, blending academic credibility with commercial scalability. Investors are beginning to treat spinouts not just as startups, but as a new category of investment, one that blends science, capital, and resilience. Across London, Europe, and beyond, spinouts are reshaping how we think about innovation and economic value creation. Three reports released in November underline the growing strength of UK spinouts: London’s Life Sciences: spinouts at the core The MedCity Life Sciences Companies to Watch 2025 Report, released at London's Life Sciences Week, revealed a striking fact: 56% of the highlighted companies are spinouts . This isn’t just a statistic, it’s a signal that Universities are proving to be fertile ground for commercial breakthroughs, particularly in life sciences, and spinouts are also a dominant share of London’s innovation pipeline. Additionally: 56% are spinouts : a dominant share of London’s innovation pipeline. The Knowledge Quarter & White City are where the majority are based Commercial traction : spinouts are attracting capital faster than traditional startups. Spinouts are not just participating in London’s Life Sciences ecosystem; they are defining it. Deep Tech 2025: spinouts as a superpower The Dealroom Deep Tech Report 2025 , in partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering, dedicates an entire chapter to spinouts, and makes some striking points. Spinouts are not just numerous, they’re disproportionately valuable. While they account for 34% of deep tech startups, they represent 37% of total enterprise value, punching above their weight in terms of economic impact. Additionally: They make up 43% of the startups that raised $10 million+ funding . Photonics (64% spinouts) and Quantum (58% spinouts) are the deep tech sectors with the strongest academic ties.. Switzerland & UK dominate Europe’s spinout ranking The Dealroom European Spinouts Report 2025 reveals staggering numbers: deep tech and life sciences spinouts across Europe are valued at $398 billion , creating over 167,000 jobs . Additionally: UK universities (Oxford and Cambridge) claim the two top spots with three others in the top ten (UCL, Imperial and University of Bristol). Switzerland has three locations in the top 10. Value creation by spinouts is accelerating The UK leads for spinout value creation , followed by Germany, Switzerland and France Sciopolis: building the workspace London spinouts need At Sciopolis, we believe spinouts deserve more than recognition, they need space to scale and develop their ideas. That’s why we are building cost‑effective, ready‑to‑occupy lab and office spaces in London at Base One, in partnership with Imperial - and soon in other locations. But this isn’t just about (or for) Imperial spinouts. We want the best biotech, quantum, cleantech, AI spinouts from across London’s universities — UCL, King’s, Queen Mary, Brunel and beyond — to come together in our hubs. By clustering talent, ideas, and capital in shared spaces, we are going to create an environment where spinouts can collaborate, accelerate and ultimately scale. Now is the time to act. If you’re building a spinout, or supporting one, or want to invest in the next cohort of exciting spinouts - join us at Base One Get in touch to bring your venture into our hub, collaborate with London’s brightest minds, and help shape the future of innovation under one roof.

5 Feb 2026 Looking for Labs? Here's 5 pitfalls to avoid As scaleup companies transition out of incubators and into dedicated lab space, the stakes get higher. The right environment can accelerate growth, attract top talent, and unlock funding. But the wrong space? It can drain resources, limit flexibility and slow progress. We’ve seen brilliant innovators trip up, not due to a lack of vision, but because lab space presents a complex and unfamiliar landscape. The opportunity cost of spending months navigating costly configuration missteps is often hidden, but very real. To help founders avoid these setbacks, we’ve identified five common pitfalls to watch out for. Overdesigning Your Lab Space It’s tempting to design the “perfect” lab: state-of-the-art equipment, high-spec finishes, and every possible contingency covered. But overdesigning can lead to unnecessary costs and underutilised space. Why it happens: we often plan for our ideal future state, not our current needs. We may also assume investors expect a polished, high-tech environment. What to do instead: Focus on what’s essential for your current stage. Modular layouts, standard lab designs, shared facilities, and scalable infrastructure can offer flexibility without locking in high upfront costs. Think MVP—Minimum Viable Premises Overpay for Lab Fit‑Out Many innovators are navigating commercial real estate for the first time. Without market knowledge or negotiation experience, they may end up with inflated rents or unfavourable terms. Why it happens: Urgency to move, lack of benchmarking data and unfamiliarity with lease structures can lead to poor decisions. What to do instead: Talk to peers, advisors, or specialist consultants. Benchmark against similar companies. Alternatively, consider ready-to-occupy lab space that grows with you: letting you leapfrog construction delays/costly mistakes and focus on your science. Choosing an Inflexible Lab Lease Full Repairing and Insuring (FRI) leases can seem like a solid commitment, but they’re often rigid and long-term. Many scale-ups outgrow their space faster than expected, leaving them stuck or facing costly exits. Why it happens: FRI leases are standard in commercial property, and founders may not realise the implications until it’s too late. What to do instead: Look for flexibility. Managed lab spaces, short-term licenses, or leases with break clauses can give you room to grow—or pivot—without penalty. Underestimating Hidden Costs The headline rent is just the beginning. Fit-out costs, service charges, consultant fees, dilapidation liabilities, and extra square footage requirements can quickly inflate your budget. Why it happens: These costs are often buried in the fine print or emerge late in the process. Navigating these costs often requires specialist advisors—adding both complexity and expense. What to do instead: Ask for a full cost breakdown upfront. Work with a legal advisor who understands lab space. Alternatively, opt for an all-inclusive model. When you compare apples to apples—including hidden costs—it may be more affordable than an FRI lease and will demand far less of your bandwidth. Choosing Lab Space in the wrong location or ecosystem Lab space isn’t just about technical specs, it’s about being in the right ecosystem. The right location can attract talent, investors, collaborators and visibility. The wrong location can make all of the key issues an awful lot harder. Why it matters: Proximity to universities, hospitals, innovation clusters and transport links can dramatically impact recruitment, partnerships, and funding. What to do instead: Choose a location that aligns with your mission and community: being part of a vibrant innovation district can open doors that no amount of spec can. Choosing Laboratory Space Is a Strategic Decision Choosing lab space is more than a real estate decision, it’s a strategic investment in your company’s future. By avoiding these five common mistakes, innovators can secure space that supports growth, attracts talent, and builds resilience. If you're navigating this journey and want to avoid the pitfalls, Sciopolis is here to help. We’re building infrastructure designed for scaleups: flexible, affordable and embedded in thriving ecosystems. Why choose Sciopolis Labs Base One labs in London, North Acton

Move into ready labs and flexible work spaces. Join Sciopolis hubs for community, university links, expert support and supported venture growth. SPACE IS ONLY HALF THE STORY The ecosystem is the advantage Our inspiring labs and offices give you the space to thrive, while we connect you to the people and support that accelerate your journey. WHY CHOOSE SCIOPOLIS HUBS? We provide both the space & supportive networks innovators need to scale their businesses SPACE Ready to occupy labs and offices You and your team can move in straight away, no upfront capital expenditure, no months lost negotiating leases or managing contractors ECOSYSTEM University connectivity We have scoped out access to equipment, academics, institutions and projects that can make a material difference to your discovery Cost effective, flexible terms We understand the needs of early-stage ventures. Our leasing models are designed to give you room to grow without long term commitments holding you back Access to business expertise Tap into our “black book” of trusted service partners; from equipment specialists and branding experts to accountants, IP lawyers, legal advisors and mentors Operational support We take care of facilities and day‑to‑day operations so you can focus on your science and scaling your business Connections to accelerate growth We proactively link you with peers and networks who can help you solve problems, hire talent and open doors Community, events and great food We make coming to work more fun. Great food, lively events, socials and curated introductions spark collaboration and help you hire and retain great people Part of a wider network We are building Innovation Hubs in strategic locations. By joining one, you will gain visibility and connectivity across the network Discover Lab Space Discover Office Space Discover Base One, London Our first site is here: 55,000 sq ft of ready-to-occupy laboratory and office space located in North Acton. Find Out More Book A Tour WHY NOW? Demand for cost-effective, flexible spaces in ecosystem-connected locations is high amongst innovators. Accelerate your growth with labs and offices that are ready the moment you are Save time and capital by avoiding fit‑out costs, long leases and operational overhead Stay focused on your science while we take care of the day‑to‑day running of your space Tap into curated university, industry and business‑building networks that open doors Join a collaborative community of peers, strengthened by curated introductions, shared learning and regular events Read Our FAQs CONTACT US We’re developing spaces with a variety of layouts and features in key locations. Contact us early and we’ll make sure your requirements are built in from the start. Get In Touch Sign Up To Our Newsletter

6 Oct 2025 October - Monthly Update Saying Yes to Talent, Chairs and Sustainable Stories September was a month of movement across campuses, communities and conversations. Our Oyster cards and Lime bikes got a workout. From immersive college labs to mustard chairs and air ducts in listed buildings, we saw how small actions and shared values can unlock real momentum. And in Old Oak, the story is gaining speed. Building Talent Pipelines: College Visits We began the month at North Hertfordshire College, thanks to our partners at CK Group. From GMP-ready labs and VR sets to reconstructed hospital wards, the facilities were a powerful reminder of how education and industry can co-create the skills our economy needs. Later, we visited West London College’s Ealing campus, hosted by Daljit Singh Bains and Julie Claridge. Specialist labs and immersive rooms showcased the depth of local talent being developed. These visits are part of our commitment to connect enterprise with education, building future tenant pipelines at One Portal Way while giving students a glimpse of science in action right in their community. We feel very strongly about our duty and opportunity to make an impact on this. Gamification with Purpose: Imperial’s Digital Media Lab We also visited the Digital Media Lab at Imperial College London, where digital media, VR games and immersive STEM experiences are designed to inspire the next generation. What stood out most was the team’s grounded approach. Technology was treated as a tool, not a trend. Huge thanks to Daniel Mitelpunkt and Robyn Lowe for the tour. Plenty of inspiration as we shape our own digital space at One Portal Way, and hopefully we will work with this talented team in the near future. Circular Economy in Acton: A Chair Exchange At 8am, Panji Kaonga from Fabulr Studios collected surplus mustard chairs from One Portal Way, North Acton (AKA Old Oak). By 9am, they were already in use at Scale Space, part of the White City Innovation District. A small but powerful example of circular economy thinking and a reminder of how close we are to our friends at White City. These everyday exchanges build bridges between hubs, between people and across WestTech London’s growing innovation community. Sustainability in Labs: Learning with I2SL We joined the I2SL General Meeting and Summer Party, co-hosted by Pioneer Group and Oxford Properties, for a first look at the transformation of Victoria House in The Knowledge Quarter. The standout feature was air handling units suspended on bridges, with visible ducts threading through Grade II listed architecture. A striking blend of heritage and modern lab design. Sensibly Sustainable #1 : Reuse First Our reuse-first approach is gaining traction. From sinks to chairs to whiteboards, we are re-homing and reusing as much as we can. Given the success of our approach and the feedback we re getting, we’ve launched the first blog in our Sensibly Sustainable series 👉 Read #1: Reuse First here Let us know what you think and share ideas we could pilot next! LEAP Incubator Opens: Optimism in Action LEAP, the new incubator at ARC in Hammersmith powered by Imperial Incubator, is now open. It’s an ode to optimism with inviting design, a roof terrace and access to world-class facilities. A single bench at LEAP connects scientists to a mighty network, and with the LEAP Pass two lucky startups could get it for free, for a year! Apply now. In just a few months, we’ll open our own hub at One Portal Way, with Imperial Incubator , and we can’t wait to link tightly with this network of innovators. Onsite On Tuesdays.. Strategy moves into execution at One Portal Way. We’re building a space that works hard for our future tenants and we’re thrilled by the interest we are getting. Want a tour? We’re usually onsite on Tuesdays, and have plenty of hard tops to share! Just ask Charlie, Cat or Zara to show you around the building and the area.

9 Sept 2026 Base One (previously 1 Portal Way) officially opens today Base One is London's newest science and technology hub. Owned by Imperial College London and operated by science specialists Sciopolis, Base One is unlocking the future of British advanced manufacturing through the adjacency of affordable R&D facilities and industrial space. Base One (previously 1 Portal Way) launches today offering a blueprint for the growth of advanced manufacturing in Britain by supporting high-growth scientific companies to scale in the UK. The 55,000 sq ft innovation hub offers affordable, high-quality, ready-to-occupy labs and offices for deep tech companies and aims to solve the ‘space problem’ for innovators who have often struggled to find flexible, cost-effective spaces that can adapt with their businesses as they progress from R&D to prototyping and production. Base One, in London’s North Acton, is part of Imperial’s Old Oak Innovation Cluster and sits at the heart of WestTech London, a place-based innovation ecosystem, established and anchored by Imperial, which brings together world-class research, global talent, industry and infrastructure to create jobs, attract investment, drive growth and cement the UK’s position as a leader in science and technology. Base One has been designed for established science ventures which are entering their next stage of growth – whether Imperial spinouts or science-based ventures from anywhere else. Base One’s facilities support ongoing R&D and product development, as well as prototyping and early-stage manufacturing. It is located alongside Grapht Works, Imperial’s dedicated advanced manufacturing facility for companies moving into pilot, demo and commercial manufacturing. Together, these two innovation facilities create a new hub for advanced manufacturing, with innovators able to move seamlessly from lab bench to factory floor – supporting the UK’s mission to reinvent its industrial heritage for the modern age. Howard Dawber, Deputy Mayor for Business and Growth, said: “West London is fast becoming a leading centre for science, technology and advanced manufacturing, and Base One is a fantastic addition to the growing innovation cluster at Old Oak and Park Royal. By giving pioneering companies the affordable, flexible space they need to move from research and development to production, Base One will help more businesses start, grow and scale in London—creating good jobs, attracting investment and supporting a new era of British manufacturing, as we build a better, more prosperous London for everyone.” Base One is open to innovative companies from all science sectors, ranging from biotech to chemistry, cleantech, advanced materials, AI and beyond. The hub offers the expertise of specialist landlord Sciopolis, on the ground support from Imperial Incubator’s lab manager, as well as connection to Imperial’s innovation ecosystem. All occupiers will benefit from connections to Imperial’s world-leading experts and academics, a pipeline of exceptional STEMB graduate talent, access to specialist equipment and facilities, as well as a network of connections to founders, funders and collaborators. Base One occupies a strategic location in a growing innovation area, Old Oak Innovation Cluster. It is minutes from Imperial's White City Campus and Hammersmith Hospital Campus, and borders Park Royal Industrial Estate, London's largest industrial estate, which currently employs more than 40,000 people and has more than a century of manufacturing heritage. It sits within the wider regeneration of Old Oak, the largest regeneration opportunity in London, which is to be transformed by the Old Oak Park Royal Development Corporation and the future Old Oak Common superhub, which will connect HS2, the Elizabeth line and GWR, making it the UK’s third busiest station and offering unique connectivity to innovation clusters across the UK including in Birmingham, Bristol, Oxford and Cambridge. As Base One launches, it welcomes its third occupier Nanomox , who will manufacture and commercialise their pioneering high-transparency zinc oxide, designed for use in mineral sunscreens, cosmetics, rubber and electronics, from the hub. Nanomox joins existing occupiers including women’s intimate health company P.Happi® , sold in Boots, which is manufacturing its microbiome-focused products and Ki 13 , the award-winning cleantech company which has created the world’s most cost-effective solution for converting abundant biomass into green hydrogen and biogenic CO2. Hugh Brady, President, Imperial College London: “As we welcome Base One into WestTech London we strengthen our contribution to the UK’s network of national innovation assets, supporting a truly vibrant innovation ecosystem that’s competitive with the very best in the world. Starting from our base in West London, we are enabling a genuinely national asset, with strong links and partnerships to innovation clusters across the UK, such as the West Midland’s manufacturing base for robotics, AI and deep high-value supply chains, and centres of research excellence in Harwell, Oxford, the Bristol Innovation Arc, Cardiff, and beyond.” “For too long high-growth companies have struggled to find the space they need to scale in the UK”, said Charlie Mitchell, CEO of Sciopolis. “We are responding to this pressing need by creating quality, affordable and read-to-occupy options that enable companies to remain in London, supported by a university-connected in an environment that is engineered for growth. Base One and the wider Old Oak Innovation Cluster are a blueprint for advanced manufacturing in Britain.” “Base One is the only destination in London that enables us to start manufacturing whilst remaining in an ecosystem built for our stage of growth, where we can scale up production alongside likeminded companies solving similar problems.” Said Dr Francisco Malaret, Founder and CEO of Nanomox. “Scaling out of the lab and into hardware engineering for the first time is challenging, Base One and its adjacent advanced industrial site enables us to be co-located with other innovators at similar stages to share learnings,” said Koji Muto, Co-founder and CEO of Ki 13. “North Acton delivers everything we need at this crucial stage in our growth – accessibility, affordability and flexibility.” "We're proud to have our Lab Manager onsite at Base One, supporting every innovator who moves in. Imperial Incubator has always backed early-stage companies: with our presence at Base One, we can now stay with them through the delicate scaling stage too, offering our technical and network expertise as they take their next step" said Graham Hewson, Head of Incubation and Prototyping Space, Imperial College London. Explore Base One, North Acton

Explore ready to work private offices, coworking desks, meeting and event spaces at Sciopolis. Designed for science and technology teams. INNOVATION READY Offices, Meeting and Event Spaces for Growing Teams We deliver cost-effective, community-led work spaces for science and technology innovators. Your team can plug in and start working immediately: no delays, no fit out, no hidden extras. Office & Event Space, Base One WHY CHOOSE SCIOPOLIS OFFICE SPACES? Immediate occupancy and simple onboarding Managed services under one transparent monthly fee Shared amenities, events spaces and networking opportunities Ability to scale into laboratory or larger office space within the same hub Private offices, hot desks and meeting rooms in one location Community of scientists, innovators and supportive networks View our office space at Base One 55,000 sq ft of ready-to-occupy laboratory and office space located in North Acton. Find Out More Need a Hot Desk? Book A Tour Event & meeting space at Base One Our new hub in North Acton features flexible event space for up to a 150 people, with onsite catering options. Event Space Meeting Space Book A Tour OFFICES BUILT FOR PRODUCTIVITY Each of our locations typically offers private offices, coworking desks, meeting rooms and event areas, as well as onsite cafes- all designed to enhance productivity and collaboration. CORE FEATURES High speed fibre connectivity and secure Wi‑Fi Showers and bike storage Ergonomic desks and seating Utilities, cleaning and maintenance managed under one monthly fee Access to shared meeting rooms and event areas Community events and socials Great Tea & Coffee To find out more Read our FAQs LATEST PHOTOS 1/7 For individuals and early-stage ventures, Sciopolis coworking areas provide professional workspaces under flexible memberships which include fast internet, cleaning, tea points and access to shared services and community events. You can expand into a private office or laboratory within the same hub whenever your business is ready. COWORKING & HOTDESKING MEETING ROOMS Sciopolis locations offer bookable meeting rooms to support from quick catch ups to investor presentations. Flexible capacities for 3–20 people (depending on locations) Integrated Teams and video conferencing systems Presentation screens and whiteboards Catering available through onsite cafe Instant booking via the Sciopolis app Meeting rooms are open to all tenants and coworking members through a simple credit or hourly system. EVENT & TRAINING SPACES Science and technology thrive on connection. Each of our sites includes configurable event suites and training rooms that host workshops, seminars and product launches. Seating varies by location Full AV and webcast capability Moveable tables and seating for classroom, theatre or networking formats Onsite operations support and catering through the café team Our onsite teams connect tenants with peers, mentors, and professional partners, running events that link all members, across Sciopolis hubs. From weekly socials to technical briefings, you and your team join an active innovation community designed to help attract and retain staff — and make the office a great place to be. SUPPORTED BY OUR COMMUNITY VIRTUAL OFFICE Need a registered base without a physical desk? In the near future, our virtual office service will allow companies to list their business at a Sciopolis address. We will handle mail and reception services, giving you a professional presence inside a recognised innovation hub while you work remotely or on the move. NEXT STEPS Get in touch: we have availability for great offices and event spaces Explore Base One, our North Acton hub: office, meeting rooms, coworking and event space Read our FAQs to see how Sciopolis manages the full workspace experience.