Strengthening Europe’s Cyber Defences with S2 Grupo from the Greater Rotterdam-The Hague area The Spain – The Netherlands Business Summit on April 18th 2024 served as a high profile gathering with attendees including His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain, His Majesty King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands, Prince Constantijn, Spanish and Dutch Ministers, representatives of business confederations and successful entrepreneurs. With this royal backdrop, S2 Grupo celebrated their expansion to the Netherlands which they hope will serve as their European headquarters as they continue to expand int ..read more

HSD Campus, the national innovation centre of the Dutch security cluster in The Hague, has been granted the status of an official facilitator for international cybersecurity start-ups. Facilitators play a crucial role in assisting start-ups aiming to expand into the Netherlands by securing a startup visa. These visas, issued by the Dutch government, are tailored for foreign start-ups seeking to establish and grow their businesses within the Netherlands. To secure a startup visa, companies must enter into a facilitator agreement with an established facilitator based in the ..read more

HIMSS, the international advocate for digital healthcare transformation, has selected Rotterdam, the Netherlands, as the location for its Global Headquarters. This significant announcement was made during the HIMSS23 European Health Conference & Exhibition held on June 8 in Lisbon, Portugal. The decision to establish the headquarters in Rotterdam highlights HIMSS’s dedication to driving change and innovation in the global health sector. With its strategic position as the “Gateway to the world,” Rotterdam is poised to facilitate HIMSS’s mission to serve constituents across Europe and beyond ..read more

Keypasco strengthens European cybersecurity with new Netherlands office Keypasco Europe BV, a subsidiary of software leader Keypasco, has opened its doors in the Netherlands, marking a noteworthy stride in enhancing cybersecurity across Europe. This strategic expansion marks a significant milestone for Keypasco and indicated their dedication to introducing their unique multi-factor authentication (MFA) solution to the Dutch market and beyond. Located at the HSD Campus  in The Hague, Keypasco Europe BV is well-positioned to tap into the wealth of resources available in the Netherlands ..read more

JCR Pharmaceuticals Chairman visits Leiden and explores its Biotech Ecosystem On 21st July, Shin Ashida the President and Chairman of the Board of JCR Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese biopharmaceutical company, embarked on a significant visit to Leiden. The primary focus of his visit was to explore Leiden’s flourishing biotech ecosystem, especially the renowned Leiden Bio Science Park (LBSP). The tour, meticulously orchestrated by Mayor Henri Lenferink, provided the Chairman a deep dive into what makes Leiden an attractive destination for global pharmaceutical companies ..read more

Bluefors expands presence in the Netherlands with state-of-the-art Quantum Lab The Greater Rotterdam-The Hague area, which includes Delft and Leiden, is proud to announce the establishment of a cutting-edge laboratory by Bluefors, the renowned Finnish company specializing in ultra-low temperature refrigeration and cryogenic systems. This expansion marks a significant milestone for Bluefors and reinforces the Netherlands’ position as a key player in the global quantum ecosystem. The newly established lab in Delft offers companies access to a dilution refrigerator measurement system, allowing ..read more

U.S.-based leading biotechnology firm QurAlis dedicated to advancing breakthrough precision medicines for neurodegenerative diseases, has chosen Leiden, the Netherlands, as the location for its European headquarters. This strategic move not only solidifies Leiden’s position as a vital hub for QurAlis’ European operations but also marks a significant boost to the regional Life Sciences and Health ecosystem, including R&D manufacturing. Scaling QurAlis in Leiden to make a meaningful impact on patient lives Kasper Roet, Ph.D., CEO and co-founder of QurAlis, emphasized the significance of this ..read more

Gecko Robotics Expands in the Greater Rotterdam – The Hague Area Elevating Infrastructure Reliability: Transforming Infrastructure Maintenance through AI and Robotics Gecko Robotics is leading a transformation in the energy, manufacturing, and maritime sectors, ensuring the reliability, sustainability, and availability of critical infrastructure. Their cutting-edge technology fueled by AI and robotics has powered Siemens Energy services across 11 European countries, including a biomass plant owned by ENGIE in Belgium. With a strong focus on the Netherlands, Gecko chose Leiden as their Euro ..read more

Following an exciting showcase of European cybersecurity innovation at the Cyber Investor Days competition in The Hague on October 5th, the European Cyber Security Organisation (ECSO) is thrilled to announce the selection of INLYSE and CDeX PSA as the latest nominees for the ECSO STARtup Award 2024. These exceptional nominees have emerged as two of Europe’s most promising cybersecurity start-ups among a distinguished group of 11 top-tier European cybersecurity start-ups, carefully chosen from numerous applications spanning Europe. The Cyber Investor Days serve as a platform for cybersecurity ..read more

Türkiye-based Initio Cell is taking a significant step towards advancing drug development and diagnostics on a global scale. Their expansion includes a brand-new lab at the Leiden Bio Science Park in the Netherlands, dedicated to growing R&D and contract research organization (CRO) services focused on their cutting-edge organ-on-chip devices. Initio Cell’s commitment to making a difference in world health by developing patented, multi-functional organ-on-a-chip devices and tests for drug discovery is truly remarkable. The Netherlands’ vibrant life sciences ecosystem, thriving academic co ..read more