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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 Friesland
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2024

Three companies from the northern Netherlands nominated for prestigious Deloitte Fast 50

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09
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2024

Rabobank and Founded join forces to strengthen startups in Northern Netherlands

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09
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2024

Press Release: Founded in the North Launch

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Events

Events in Friesland

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

18
Nov

Slush 2024

Helsinki, Finland
21
Nov

Launch Game Friesland

Leeuwarden
28
Nov

Launch Game Groningen

Groningen
29
Nov

MIT Hacking Medicine Hackathon

Groningen