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🔧 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛.𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗: 𝗔 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀-𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 On September 19, the first team meeting of the German-Dutch TECH.LAND program took place at the University of Twente campus in Enschede. This event marked an important milestone in the collaboration between businesses and knowledge institutions from Twente, East Netherlands, and North Rhine-Westphalia. During the meeting, the focus was on key sectors such as: • Battery Technology • Hydrogen • Circular Economy • Advanced Manufacturing • Robotics • MedTech With these focus areas, TECH.LAND helps businesses accelerate innovation and expand into new markets, while contributing to the region’s development as a hub for technological advancement. In interactive sessions, participants reflected on concrete results and set new objectives. By leveraging cross-border collaboration, the region’s innovation potential is fully utilized. Participants exchanged experiences and best practices, leading to valuable insights and new opportunities for cooperation. Hans Brouwers, TECH.LAND program manager, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: "By joining forces across borders, we create an ecosystem that helps businesses innovate, grow, and compete internationally." TECH.LAND provides fertile ground for technological innovation and business development in East Netherlands and North Rhine-Westphalia, with the aim of fostering sustainable economic growth. 🌐 Read more about the meeting on our website: https://lnkd.in/en_TB43D Want to learn more about the program? Visit: https://techland.org Interreg Deutschland-Nederland | Twente Board | Oost NL | IHK Nord Westfalen | Provincie Gelderland | Provincie Overijssel #TECHLAND #Innovation #CrossBorder #Technology #BatteryTechnology #Hydrogen #Robotics #CircularEconomy #Twente #EastNetherlands #NorthRhineWestphalia #BusinessGrowth

I believe the U.S. government's Regional Technology and Innovation Hubs program (Tech Hubs) is a useful approach to achieving technology leadership and sovereignty. Maybe we should start such an initiative in Germany too for our important industries and companies, and the jobs they create, to start, grow, and remain in Germany. The good thing is that we don't have to start from scratch. There are already powerful #technology cluster in many regions, such as it's OWL in the triangle of Bielefeld, Lemgo and Paderborn, which could be developed to the next level. Universität Bielefeld, Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe, Universität Paderborn, Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Fraunhofer IOSB-INA, Fraunhofer IEM, CENTRUM INDUSTRIAL IT (CIIT) e. V. ➡ https://lnkd.in/e-BHJ5wB #industriezero OstWestfalenLippe GmbH Robert Habeck, Thomas Sattelberger 📸 shows a part of the Innovation Campus Lemgo.

Meet Golaleh Ebrahimpur, CEO of Chalmers Industriteknik, one of Sweden’s leading institutions in research and innovation and member of the Executive Board of the GATE Institute, who visited us recently. 📯 An exceptional professional, whose career journey reads like a masterclass in versatility and innovation, spanning the technology sector, from the iconic automobile giant Volvo to being involved in space technology developments, Mrs. Ebrahimpur has adeptly navigated the worlds of B2C and B2B. Her diverse experiences across various industries, markets, and technological fields highlight her strategic and operational acumen. ➡ In front of Мениджър (Manager.bg) she shares insights about her vision for the future of innovation, what it means to be a woman in a male-dominated world, and why innovation requires collaboration. "There are excellent prerequisites for the development of the Bulgarian innovation ecosystem. There are many talented people. This is key because it all starts with them. An innovation process cannot begin if it is not initiated by a creative idea. Moreover, it is not a solitary activity, but requires the cooperation of many people.”, says Mrs. Ebrahimpur talking about the potential of the Bulgarian innovation space. Acording to her access to other resources, competencies and infrastructure is also needed, as well as funding from both the state and industry. “From what I have seen in the context of GATE, these elements are already active. Building trust between partners in the innovation process is key," Golaleh Ebrahimpur says. 📖 You can read the whole interview here - https://shorturl.at/MYsCN

Don't miss the 4th newsletter of #EBN project RESOURCE - Financing Circular Economy in Aragon! To learn more about the project, join #EBN2024 and the session "Closing the Loop: Circular Economy, a Key Factor for Sustainability," powered by Resource, where the outcomes will be presented. You can register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d-Fnb9rE

So, Transport Research Arena (TRA) kicks off today in Dublin, and DeustoTech - Instituto Tecnológico Deusto Universidad de Deusto is here to share our latest contributions to the future of transport and mobility. From #research to #sustainable & #innovative practices. TANGENT Project will be represented at the Multimodal Traffic Management Cluster stand (9) along with other sister projects. In the final of the project execution, coordinated by #Deusto, our colleague Hugo Landaluce will present the results obtained over nearly three years, which are currently undergoing testing. 📅 Save the Date: April 17th, at about 15:00. Hall 8C - Poster area (Simmonscourt) - Stage 2. Also, you should visit the Research Village Associations Stand (6.1, 6.2, and 6.3, Main Hall) where, among many fantastic research results and projects to discover, you will find about the SENATOR Project where #DeustoTech plays the role of Technical Manager and leads the design and development of the #optimization engine and the ICT platform. Poster here 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/d4i58XjA. Additionally, thanks to ECTRI, ALICE, Alliance for Logistics Innovation through Collaboration in Europe (ETP LOGISTICS) and POLIS Network the #SENATOR project has been invited to share its successes and lessons learned. 📅Save the Date: April 16th, from 9:45 to 11:00. Hall 8A-3 (Simmonscourt). Special Session 2.3, “Innovation in Urban Logistics: Public and Private Sectors Thriving Together”. More info 👉🏻https://lnkd.in/dxsCc62c The ReSChape project will be located at #ALICE Innovation village. Hall 1, booth 12. 📅 Save the Date: April 16th, from 13:00-13:30. Logistics Innovation Theatre. “Reshaping Supply Chains: Trends, Disruptions, and Sustainable Innovations”. Don’t miss a thing! #TRA2024 #ECTRI #transportresearcharena #sustainabletransport #trafficmanagement #UrbanLogistics #research #Innovation #ZeroEmissionTransport #sustainablemobility Deusto Research

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗡𝗼𝗻-𝗛𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁 What makes the Netherlands a leader in high-tech innovation? According to Marc Hendrikse, chairman of the Dutch governmental top sector Holland High Tech Systems & Materials, it’s a unique blend of historical ingenuity, cultural traits, and a collaborative spirit that traces back to the Dutch Golden Age. Speaking at the International Precision Conference in Veldhoven, Hendrikse shared a compelling analysis of the "Dutch way of innovation": - 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: Specialists in the Netherlands—from technicians to PhDs—work together directly, fostering open dialogue and mutual respect. This egalitarian, non-hierarchical culture enables groundbreaking advancements in high-tech systems. - 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆: The Netherlands’ resource-scarce environment has historically fueled a self-reliant mindset, driving communities to innovate and support each other. - 𝗔 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹: From Philips’ early vertical integration to today’s collaborative networks with giants like ASML, NXP, and FEI, the Dutch approach maximizes expertise at every stage. Hendrikse highlighted how this culture stems from history, with innovations like Cornelis Corneliszoon's crankshaft in 1597 revolutionizing productivity during the Golden Age. By the late 17th century, Dutch shipyards dominated global trade, a testament to how innovation and prosperity go hand in hand. 🔑 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆: Continued collaboration and investment in innovation are essential to maintaining the Netherlands’ competitive edge. As Hendrikse concluded, this unique ecosystem allows the Dutch to "accelerate innovation power and improve competitiveness," making the Netherlands a model for high-tech innovation worldwide. Read the full article of IO+: https://lnkd.in/earxZ7zA 📷 Foto credits: Bram Saeys  #Innovation #HighTech #Tech #Collaboration #Dutch #Culture #Precision #Engineering High Tech Platform - Mikrocentrum

At the regional level, the European Innovation Scoreboard places the Hovedstaden region (capital region of Copenhagen and the surrounding area) in Denmark in the lead, followed by Southern Finland, Upper Bavaria, Stockholm, Berlin and Zurich. At country level, Switzerland is ranked first in both the European Innovation Scoreboard and the GII, which is due in part to its efficient administration and the quality and research output of its universities. Switzerland also leads the field in terms of scientific publications produced in cooperation with companies and patent applications in relation to the number of inhabitants. Nevertheless, there is no reason to rejoice. Europe may have a relatively high level of research and a relatively innovative industry. However, if we look at where new companies are emerging that are valued in the billions and are thus becoming so-called unicorns, we are back to the aforementioned dominance of American and increasingly also Chinese tech companies. https://lnkd.in/da6zXQtx

A key factor in the competitiveness of the Utrecht region is the decision of international companies to establish themselves here and collaborate on groundbreaking innovations. These companies inject fresh energy, enabling us to accelerate the search for solutions to pressing societal challenges that affect not only the Netherlands but also the global community. Therefore, we extend our sincere thanks for choosing this remarkable region, whether you have just settled in or have already expanded your presence here. Let us continue to collaborate closely and actively engage with each other across various ecosystems to ensure sustainable and healthy growth. Great to have you here as part of our key sectors. Life Sciences and Health: Instant NanoBiosensors, Gushen Biological Technology Group Co.,Ltd, JINSHAN, Redefine Meat, Dishman Carbogen Amcis Ltd Earth Valley: Connected Kerb Benelux, AtmosZero, KSTAR, Daiwa House Modular Europe New Digital Society: Audiokinetic, Binderr, Stellar Entertainment Software, S-RM, KnowBe4 #Innovation #FDI #InternationalBusiness #FutureForward #TogetherWeGrow #SustainableGrowth #GlobalCollaboration

🟣 Today we are introducing the FICTIONS Lab! Based in Porto 🇵🇹, the case proposes to implement a co-creation pilot within a large/ multi-industry group to ascertain whether manufacturing workers trained in emerging digital technologies and in collaboration with design researchers can generate future visions that contribute with solutions for skill gaps in a changing labour market as well as technology disruptions. The case intends to use “lead users” as key technique to test policy interventions for concrete challenges. 📍FICTIONS lab will be managed by Fraunhofer Portugal AICOS in partnership with dst group. The lab will collaborate with the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies & Università degli Studi di Urbino Carlo Bo during implementation. Discover the lab: https://lnkd.in/g3A9sD2G Follow us to learn more about this lab and engage in the activities. #societalresilience #innovation #labourmarket #skillsgap #digital

🍁 In 2025, Canada will lead HANNOVER MESSE, the world's largest showcase of advanced manufacturing and energy solutions.💡 During HANNOVER MESSE, companies, governments, and academic institutions will gather to share their leading-edge innovations, spur international investment, and strengthen global efforts toward achieving a more sustainable world. As the partner country for 2025, Canada's leading innovators will showcase their technologies in the fields of: 🚗 automation 🤖 robotics 📱 artificial intelligence (AI) ⚡ e-mobility 🌱 clean tech Find out more about Canada's participation in HANNOVER MESSE: https://lnkd.in/gxZqjPjj Interested in being an exhibitor? NGen Canada has launched a Call for Expressions of Interest. Find the form here: https://lnkd.in/gsQkwF35. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada Invest in Canada | Investir au Canada . . . #innovation #research #technology #sme #hm2025 #europe #canada #international #global #science #business #matchmaking #partnerships #automation #robotics #emobility #artificialintelligence #cleantech