Are you a scale-up, start-up, or innovative SME working on AI, AIOT, robots, or drones for the circular and smart industry?
We invite you to be at the center of the Dutch delegation to Hauts-de-France from 19-21 May 2025. Meet your network and potential partners and learn about this international neighbouring region in France.
About Smart and Circular Industry in Hauts-de-France
Northern France, particularly the Hauts-de-France region, plays a key role in the industrial transition towards a more sustainable and digital economy. The region is known for its strong industrial base and strategic location, close to Belgium, Germany, and the rest of Europe. The ongoing transformation supports various sectors through technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), robotics, and drones.
Key Industries and Innovation Areas:
1. Food Industry
The region is a hub for food production and processing. Major players include:
- Bonduelle: Known for their frozen and canned vegetables.
- Roquette: Specializes in plant-based ingredients.
- Heineken: One of the largest beer producers in the region.
- Tereos: Active in the sugar and starch industry.
2. Automotive
The region is a major player in the automotive sector, focusing on the shift towards electric vehicles:
- Stellantis: A leading car manufacturer.
- Battery factories for electrification: Automotive Cells Company, Verkor, Prologium, AESC Envision (Douai).
3. Healthcare
The life sciences and healthcare industry is growing, with key companies such as:
- Ajinomoto, Amphastar Pharmaceuticals, Merck, GSK, AstraZeneca, and more.
4. Rail Industry
The region is a stronghold for the rail industry, with companies like:
- Alstom and Siemens Millet leading in rail manufacturing and technology.
5. Aerospace
The aerospace sector is well-established, featuring major players like:
- Thales, Airbus, Safran, and Dassault.
Program
Monday 19 May
17:00: Kick-off Programme in Lille and network dinner and meeting with the French-Dutch partners of Hauts-de-France
Tuesday 20 May
Morning: Program at Euratechnologies, presentations, and match-sprints
Lunch
Afternoon: Program at Digital Hub, Greenpower IT, presentations and match-sprints
Evening: Cocktail dinner networking
Wednesday 21 May
Morning: Inspiring company visits in the Lille region
12:00: Evaluation Lunch
Register now and join the Dutch Delegation
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This mission is organized by Brabant Development Agency (BOM), InnovationQuarter, NBSO Lille, with active support from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO).
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