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The Northern Netherlands has developed into a powerful region for high-tech systems and materials. Here, companies, knowledge institutions and governments work together on smart applications for industry, healthcare, space research and digitalization. Think of autonomous factory systems, neuromorphic computing, sensor technology and high-performance computing.

With ecosystems such as the Drachten Innovation Cluster, knowledge institutes like ASTRON, SRON and the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials, and players like Technologies Added and QDI Systems, the Northern Netherlands is among the four top HTSM regions in the Netherlands. This combination makes the region attractive for technology companies looking to grow.

NOM investments in HTSM

Opportunities and challenges in the northern Netherlands

There are promising opportunities in autonomous systems, smart manufacturing, sustainable chip development and sensor technology. The Northern Netherlands is a European test area for autonomous systems through EDIH Northern Netherlands and is home to unique facilities such as Technologies Added's shared smart factory. Cooperation with sectors such as energy, water, chemistry and health also offers plenty of room for innovation.

The challenges include connecting fundamental research to concrete applications - for example, in medical technology, industrial monitoring or digital production chains. In addition, companies focusing on systems integration, embedded software and edge computing are needed. There is also a need for technical talent and venture capital for scale-up.

Strengthening HTSM together

Northern Netherlands is looking for companies that make technology smarter and more sustainable. Whether you work on autonomous systems, software for industrial applications, energy-efficient chips or robotics: your expertise can strengthen the ecosystem. Especially if you supply components for smart machines, or develop applications for Industry 4.0 and 5.0. NOM helps to identify missing links and make the right connections.

Do you want to establish or scale up as a technology company in the northern Netherlands? NOM supports you with strategic advice, funding opportunities and access to a broad network of partners. Think about cooperation with knowledge institutions, the use of shared production facilities such as Technologies Added, or joining programs around digitization and smart manufacturing.

We bring you into contact with relevant parties in the region - from technological suppliers to knowledge centers - and help you realize growth plans. Whether you are a promising start-up or an international party that wants to establish itself here: we think along with you about the next step.

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Innovation cluster Drachten

Innovation cluster Drachten

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Investor Readiness Program
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NOM Startup Program
In three dynamic tracks, Validation, Customer Solution and Go to Market, we guide startups to success.
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Technologies added
Smart Factory where like-minded companies produce under one roof. It works like your own factory, but is organized as a shared facility.
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European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH)
EDIH NN advises and supports companies in the Northern Netherlands with their digital ambitions or issues and the development and use of autonomous systems.
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