Creating impact with partners from our ecosystem
Our mission is to help 100,000 entrepreneurs to change the world through innovation by 2033. An ambitious task that we won't fulfill by working isolated from the outside world. That's why we position ourselves as a spider in the web of the innovation ecosystem in Twente. By working together with partners - both corporates and regional parties - we genuinely make an impact.
Creating impact with partners from our ecosystemTogether we make the difference
Twente excels in technological innovation. We have been doing so for decades, based on a well-coordinated innovation ecosystem where entrepreneurial talent, knowledge institutions, businesses, and government agencies connect and strengthen each other. Here, innovations and their initiators are encouraged to launch, grow, and implement to make a social impact. Within the ecosystem, we strengthen business activity and innovations with a focus on core technologies and application areas anchored in the region. Think of the innovation clusters in MedTech, ChipTech, and robotics. We participate in projects and connect entrepreneurs, researchers, policymakers, and emerging talent through themed events and community building.
Our founders
Our foundation was established in 2007, originally known as Kennispark Twente. The founding members of the foundation include the University of Twente, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, the Province of Overijssel, the Municipality of Enschede, and the Twente Board. At that time, area development and building an ecosystem were central, aiming to accelerate innovation.
Our partners
Our partners are essential in strengthening our programs and support. Together, we bring together expertise and networks, giving entrepreneurs access to the knowledge, opportunities, and connections that accelerate their growth. By joining forces, we create a sustainable multiplier effect: impact that spreads and opens up new possibilities. In this way, we collectively build a powerful ecosystem in which every entrepreneur has the opportunity to grow.
Our ecosystem partners
Our ecosystem partners, a robust network of knowledge institutions, government agencies, and businesses, foster valuable connections and collaborations. This ensures you always have access to the right knowledge and opportunities to develop and innovate your business.
Next Tech Twente
Twente is where tomorrow's innovations and technologies take shape. Next Tech Twente brings together knowledge, technology, and entrepreneurship. Leading companies, knowledge institutions, and researchers come together to develop groundbreaking solutions with international impact. With a strong focus on societal themes such as smart mobility, healthcare, and sustainable energy, Twente offers the infrastructure and support to realize ideas and contribute to the well-being of both the region and the world. Down to earth, up for anything.
