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Founded in Friesland

Friesland is a vibrant center for innovation with more than 180 active startups that focus on various sectors such as water technology, sustainable agriculture and circularity.

Watercampus Leeuwarden, known as the European Capital of Water Technology, puts Friesland on the map as a leader in water technology. Companies such as Elfsquad, Hydraloop and Susphos illustrate the innovative nature of the region. Events such as Innovate Friesland bring together various Frisian parties and knowledge institutions, promote cooperation and stimulate the development of new ideas.

Friesland offers an ideal environment for startups thanks to the strong presence of knowledge institutions at all levels (MBO, HBO and WO). The province has the ambition to become the sixth “Blue Zone”, a region where people live healthier and live longer, which fits seamlessly with the vision of a circular economy.

With a dynamic mix of events, knowledge and innovation, Friesland offers the space - both literally and figuratively - to grow.

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Erwin Damberg
Community Lead
Jochem Hoekstra
Community Lead
Tjarda Polderman
Community Lead
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Founder Stories: Van solide Nederlandse basis naar Europese ambities - Bypoint breidt uit als fietsveiligheidsmerk

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Founder Stories: From frustration to innovation - How Elfsquad is digitizing the manufacturing industry

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Founder Stories: From one to a thousand - How an entrepreneurial doctor increases his impact

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Events

Events in Friesland

From local meetups to international trade missions, discover unmissable events here.

31
Mar

Hannover Messe

Hannover
03
Apr

Fuckup Nights | Leeuwarden

Brûze
11
Apr

Innokite Weekend: Digital and Deep Tech

De Loods, Neutronstraat 3, Groningen
13
Apr

Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai

Osaka, Japan