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This whitepaper outlines why the province of Brabant is the perfect location for international businesses operating in the robotics domain, to establish operations.

Inside Brabant's Complete Value Chain for Medical Robotics

Read our updated overview of the Life Sciences & Health industry in Brabant.

2024

Brabant offers a high quality of life with security, economic stability and social tolerance

Universities Brabant

High Tech Campus Eindhoven (HTCE), the smartest square km in Europe, is an ecosystem of more than 300 high tech companies. It is home to more than 12.500 innovators, researchers and engineers that create the technologies and businesses of tomorrow. HTCE services semiconductor and photonics companies, facilitating their growth through state‐of‐the‐art facilities, strategic support, and a vibrant community that fosters knowledge sharing and entrepreneurial spirit. From ISOcompliant, plug & play cleanrooms and rapid development and construction capabilities to tailored support in permits, HTCE’s infrastructure is designed for growth and scalability. ISO-

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Dutch Deeptech Ecosystem

Brabant is home to a complete agrifood value chain, ranging from primary food production to cutting-edge high-tech solutions. This unique ecosystem thrives on the strong collaboration between agribusinesses, universities and tech innovators, allowing new ideas and technologies to be developed and implemented rapidly. Partnerships with key institutions, such as Wageningen University & Research and the Technical University Eindhoven, drive continuous advancements in agrifood technology. As a result, Brabant has become a global leader in agrifood innovation, attracting start-ups and industry pioneers alike.

Heart of Brabant (Midden-Noord-Brabant) is once again recognized as a national frontrunner in the shift toward a sustainable and inclusive economy. According to the latest annual research by RaboResearch, the region ranks highest among 26 Dutch regions in the NEx-T Index, which measures progress across economic, social, and ecological dimensions.

The Heart of Brabant region, referred to as Midden-Noord-Brabant in the EE-Index 2025, has made a remarkable leap in the national ranking of entrepreneurial ecosystems. Climbing five positions from 22 to 17, it now stands among the most dynamic regions in the Netherlands for business development and innovation.

With over 4,500 exhibitors from 66 countries and more than 81,000 visitors from all over the world, MEDICA in Düsseldorf is one of the largest medical B2B trade fairs in the world.

Brabant Innovation Day will return in 2026, building on the success of the 2024 summit in Tokyo. The event serves as a platform to connect Brabant’s ecosystems with international high-tech hubs to accelerate innovation, strengthen partnerships, and create global impact. Stay tuned for more details on the theme and line-up for 2026.

Displays that are sustainable, long-lasting, and easy on the eyes? Technology that can transform the color of cars? With these cutting-edge innovations, Taiwanese tech giant E Ink has achieved remarkable success. They now control 95% of the global market. After nearly a decade of building strong relationships, exploring opportunities, and preparing with BOM, E Ink decided to establish its European headquarters in Brabant — a significant boost to our High Tech Systems and Materials (HTSM) ecosystem.

In 2024, APA Benelux, a subsidiary of the Polish APA Group, chose to establish its presence at the Brainport Industries Campus in Eindhoven. Despite its small size, the company has big ambitions, says Managing Director Paul Castelijns. The team at APA Benelux is brimming with ideas about what they can bring to – and gain from – the Brabant ecosystem.

MoCA Cognition has joined the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven, marking its first European presence. The company is globally known for its MoCA Test, the leading tool for early detection of cognitive impairment. They are committed to advancing cognitive health technology, focusing on developing AI-powered solutions for cognitive assessment. Establishing a presence in Brabant, the Netherlands is a strategic move toward creating an innovation hub to drive these developments.

Brabant is home to a complete agrifood value chain, ranging from primary food production to cutting-edge high-tech solutions. This unique ecosystem thrives on the strong collaboration between agribusinesses, universities and tech innovators, allowing new ideas and technologies to be developed and implemented rapidly. Partnerships with key institutions, such as Wageningen University & Research and the Technical University Eindhoven, drive continuous advancements in agrifood technology. As a result, Brabant has become a global leader in agrifood innovation, attracting start-ups and industry pioneers alike.

For over 75 years, state-of-the-art electron microscopes are being developed in Eindhoven. Originally as a spin-off from Philips, now as a part of the American multinational Thermo Fisher Scientific. Thermo Fisher demonstrates commitment to expanding in Brabant, embracing an innovative future.

Leo Drive, a Turkish leader in autonomous mobility technologies, has chosen Brabant in the Netherlands for its first European expansion. The company announced in February 2024 that it would establish itself at the Helmond Automotive Campus, strategically positioning itself in one of Europe's most innovative high tech ecosystems. This move signals Leo Drive's intent to accelerate the development and deployment of autonomous vehicle solutions in the European market.

Within 5 years, Brabant will be the leading scale-up hotspot for foodtech startups. A bold ambition that we will collectively strive to achieve. Why do we believe Brabant is the place to scale up your startup?

SBMC facilitates entrepreneurs and academics to accelerate the development of Biomaterials and Biodegradable Implants by offering shared facilities and equipment. Juliette van den Dolder, SBMC’s business developer, explains how their dynamic community of over 60 companies speeds up the journey from patent to patient.

The American company ADASTEC, a leading software company specializing in SAE Level-4 automated driving software solutions, has won a contract to supply self-driving buses in Rotterdam, marking a significant step for its market-leading automated driving technology in the Netherlands. The company has opened its office in Brabant in 2022.

On Monday, March 11, MSD Animal Health opened the expanded Research & Development laboratory for virological vaccines in Boxmeer. Boxmeer plays a central role within MSD in the development and production of vaccines for animals. Together with the production site in De Bilt, the Boxmeer facility supports MSD's globally leading position in the market for Animal Health vaccines.