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Data ownership workshop
A knowledge deepening session by ICD On Tuesday April 26, the ICD working group AI (Artificial Intelligence) organized an essential workshop on the ownership of data, algorithms and information. This event marked an important step for ICD companies to delve deeper into the complexities of data and how to manage it as a valuable asset. Ernst Jan...
Demcon strengthens ICD
Collaboration for regional growth We are pleased to announce that Demcon, a leading technology innovation company, has recently joined the Innovatiecluster Drachten (ICD). This collaboration marks an important milestone for the technology community in the Northern Netherlands and promises exciting opportunities for regional growth and development. On March 25, 2024, the cluster celebrated...
An inspiring visit from ICD to Steinfort Glas
Recently, from ICD, we had the unique opportunity to visit Steinfort Glas. This leading company in the glass industry is known for its innovation and technological advancements. The purpose of our visit was to share knowledge and explore the latest technologies in practice. The power of knowledge sharing At Steinfort Glas we saw...
Innovation meets practice at ICD
The future of technology and innovation is now. ICD proved this once again with a fascinating High Tech Safari, where 240 Applied Physics students from the University of Groningen took a look behind the scenes of the high-tech industry. The mission of this event is to inspire students and professionals with the latest developments in technical...
Innovation through collaboration is the key to success in EMC technology
In the world of Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC), collaboration is not just a buzzword, but the essence of progress. This was proven again during a recent measurement session at Astron's Wireless Data Lab (WDL), where companies and technicians with specialized knowledge in high-frequency electronics joined forces. Participants such as VARIASS, Ventura, Spark Holland, ZIUZ, and...
Sparck Technologies invests in growth with the acquisition of a Polish dealer
Drachten – Sparck Technologies, supplier of automatic packaging machines for custom boxes, has announced its local dealer in Poland, E.Pack Sp. z oo, taken over. The move follows a successful collaboration between the two companies since 2019 and strengthens Sparck's position in Eastern Europe. The experienced team of sales and service technicians from E.Pack Sp. z...
Successful participation of ICD in Delft Career Days
On Monday, February 19, 2024, our Innovation Cluster proudly participated in the Delft Career Days, organized by Delft University of Technology. This day offered a unique opportunity for students to orientate themselves on their future careers and for companies to meet talented candidates. The day started early, with setting up the...
Innovation and Sustainability Shine during Mini-Symposium “Smart and Circular in the Region”
In an inspiring meeting that took place recently, approximately 70 participants came together for the mini-symposium “Smart and Circular in the Region”, organized by Innovatiecluster Drachten (ICD) and Ynova. The event, marked by a series of engaging presentations and interactive sessions, highlighted the crucial role of innovation and circularity in regional development. The afternoon kicked off...
New university course and campus strengthen Drachten's position as an innovation hub
Start of university studies Engineering Doctorate of the RUG Drachten, a city with a rich high-tech history, reaches a new milestone with the establishment of Campus Drachten. The initiators of this project, consisting of Innovatiecluster Drachten, Philips Drachten, University of Groningen, NHL Stenden, Firda, Nij Smellinghe hospital and the municipality of Smallingerland, are pleased to announce their collaboration on...