Engineering
R&D

Industry: Engineering, Industrial equipment
Service Provided: R&D Tax Relief Consultancy

Industry: Engineering, Industrial equipment
Service Provided: R&D Tax Relief Consultancy
Central Group (UK) is a family‑owned engineering specialist company currently focusing on AI and coding in engineering. While developing a new sensor through an Innovate UK grant, they faced the challenge of managing the intricacies of R&D tax relief, while trying to maintain momentum in their cutting-edge technological advancements.
The Challenge
With their team deeply immersed in technical development, navigating the complexities of the R&D tax system became a time-consuming and risky distraction for the Central Group team. Their main concern was ensuring their pioneering work received proper recognition under HMRC guidelines – without derailing innovation efforts.
The Solution
Bonham & Brook’s technical team collaborated directly with Central Group to translate complex engineering projects into a compelling R&D tax claim. Bonham & Brook’s ability to frame innovation in terms that aligned with HMRC criteria ensured accuracy, compliance, and a smooth claims process.
Impact & Results
After an incredibly successful R&D tax relief claim, Central Group unlocked significant funds that they reinvested into accelerating their sensor development. With a simplified, efficient process, B&B saved the client countless hours to redirect focus bac
Why Bonham & Brook?
Unlike other providers who offered generic advice, Bonham & Brook took time to understand the depth of Central Group’s innovative AI and engineering work. B&Bs tailored approach and deep technical fluency made them stand out immediately.
“B&B understood & helped explain our innovation in a way that perfectly met HMRC’s criteria.”
Working with Bonham & Brook
The collaboration exceeded expectations. The client highlights:
- The B&B specialists demonstrated genuine understanding of the underlying technology
- B&B made the process seamless and insightful.
- Our hands-on approach turned a potentially stressful process into a value-driven partnership.
Looking Ahead
Thanks to the funding and support unlocked with Bonham & Brook’s efforts, Central Group’s sensor technology is now rapidly approaching commercial readiness, opening new possibilities across multiple sectors; positioning them for sustained growth.
Bonham & Brook has a score of 4.8/5 on Trustpilot.
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