Up!Rotterdam has been recognized by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Mind the Bridge as one of the winners of the Startup Ecosystem Stars (SES) Awards 2025. This award…
The digital economy is less visible than the traditional economy. One of the main goals of this month was to increase the visibility and impact of the digital economy. These…
July 2025 has been a big month for innovation in the Metropolitan Region Rotterdam The Hague (MRDH), with groundbreaking companies across Delft, The Hague, and Rotterdam securing significant investment to…
Rotterdam is in the running to win the prestigious title of ‘European Capital of Innovation’ by the end of this year. This honorable award would not only be a great…
While startup investment in most global regions dipped with widespread funding winter after the 2021 boom, the Metropolitan Region Rotterdam The Hague (MRDH) defied the trend – raising over €430…
The Tekenkamer van de Industrie (ISPT), Deltalinqs, and Quo Mare have published a scenario study on the transition from crude oil to renewable feedstocks. Commissioned by the province of South…
Despite facing several challenges, such as financial obstacles, limited access to resources, and much more, women’s entrepreneurship is growing globally. According to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2023/24 Women’s Entrepreneurship Report: Reshaping…
From December 4th to 6th, the Immersive Tech Week took place at De Doelen in Rotterdam. Immersive technology Immersive technology is a collective term for technologies that immerse individuals in…
A new boost for immersive technology in the region. During Immersive Tech Week (ITW) at de Doelen, Alderman Simons (a.o. Port and Economy) announced that the rapidly growing tech company…
The Province of South Holland, the Metropolitan Region of Rotterdam The Hague (MRDH), and the municipalities of Delft, The Hague, Leiden, and Rotterdam will collaborate more closely in the coming…
After challenging years of the pandemic and economic downturns, tech ecosystems globally are getting back. The Dutch tech ecosystem remains one of the most robust and valuable hubs, particularly in…
The global focus on sustainability, energy transition, and the circular economy is rapidly intensifying. A growing number of startups are leading the way, reshaping industries to be more environmentally conscious and…
