Ananya Ambekar is the Network Lead for the Freight and Logistics Innovation Network (FLIN), part of the Department for Transport’s Freight Innovation Fund programme. With a background in management consulting, Ananya has worked with clients across government, defence and transport, supporting the delivery of complex technology projects and strategic innovation drives. She now works to connect freight and logistics innovators with established industry leaders, funding opportunities and valuable sector insights, to accelerate innovation across the industry.