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Innovative companies and entrepreneurs in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

Expand your Data Science & AI business to Europe. The Greater Rotterdam – The Hague area is home to 160 AI startups and scaleups, 4.300 employees, top-3 universities, 4 universities of applied sciences, 2 medical centers, 1.500 researchers and a fast-growing talent pool. Many of these AI startups tackle pressing social issues both locally and globally, including complex logistics in major ports, promoting energy transition, enhancing healthcare, and addressing food supply problems. Explore some of the most innovative Artificial Intelligence companies and entrepreneurs in the Greater Rotterdam-The Hague region.

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10 Reasons Why The Greater Rotterdam -The Hague area is the Hotspot for Data Science & AI.

The AI ecosystem in the Greater Rotterdam – The Hague

1.500+

scientists in the region working on AI related research

38%

of Dutch AI start-ups and scaleups are backed by international investors.

160

active startups and scaleups with 4.300 employees (~22% of Dutch startups)

The region boasts a robust innovation landscape with three top-100 universities working in collaboration and 4 universities of applied sciences, the Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research, and two academic medical centers. The universities of applied sciences specialize in responsible AI application.

Meet the Dutch AI Innovators of the Greater Rotterdam-The Hague

Get to know some of the talented entrepreneurs from the Greater Rotterdam-The Hague area who are pushing the boundaries of AI development and application. These leaders are breaking barriers, disrupting their industries, and setting the pace for others to follow. In this video series, produced with the support of InnovationQuarter and Zuid-Holland AI, you will meet talented entrepreneurs who lead diverse companies in the development or application of AI.

Innatera Nanosystems

You’ll be introduced to Sumeet Kumar, CEO of Innatera Nanosystems. This Rijswijk-based company specializes in the development of neuromorphic processors – microchips that replicate the brain’s pattern recognition abilities. These chips process sensor data at a hundred times faster speed and use up to a thousand times less energy than traditional digital chips, consuming mere picojoules.

Innatera Nanosystems, a Dutch semiconductor start-up.
Based in Rijswijk, Zuid-Holland and founded in 2018 as a spin-off from TU Delft.

Fizyr

In this episode, you’ll be introduced to Herbert ten Have, CEO of Fizyr. This Delft-based company designs, installs, and maintains its vision software for automated picking and placing in rugged logistics environments. Its deep learning algorithms allow for automated handling of diverse and unfamiliar objects, ranging in shape, size, color, material, and stacking, that are picked from bulk conveyors. Fizyr’s software is utilized globally by top system integrators and end-users in online retail, warehousing, and parcel delivery services.

Fizyr, a Dutch scaleup specializing in vision software for automated picking and placing.
Based in Delft, Zuid-Holland, Fizyr was founded as Delft Robotics in 2014 as a spin-off from TU Delft.

UbiOps

Meet Yannick Maltha, CEO and co-founder of UbiOps based in The Hague. This company offers a solution for running and scaling AI workloads on GPUs on-demand, saving data analytics teams time and resources. The easy-to-use platform enables data specialists to turn AI models into production without the need for complex infrastructure expertise. UbiOps serves a wide range of clients, from startups and scale-ups to multinational corporations and government organizations. Yannick Maltha will share more about UbiOps and we’ll also hear from Joris Mollinga of DuckDuckGoose, who will give us a user perspective of the platform.

UbiOps, a Dutch scaleup specializing in turning AI models into live, scalable services.
Based in The Hague, Zuid-Holland, founded in 2016 with the first platform version launched in December 2019.

Blockbax

In this episode, we had a chat with Dennis van den Bos and Roy van der Valk, co-founders of Blockbax. This Rotterdam-based company offers a low-code IoT platform that can be fully configured and scaled without any programming. The platform is user-friendly and accessible to both business and IT professionals, enabling them to store, visualize, analyze, and combine real-time and historical data from sensors and machines. This helps companies make data-driven decisions and respond proactively to operational issues. Blockbax works with a variety of industries, including Energy, Building & Construction, and Agriculture, serving clients such as Croonwolter&dros, TBI, and ENGIE.

Blockbax, a Dutch scaleup specializing in automating businesses using sensor and machine data without coding.
Based in Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland, founded in 2018.

Clockworks

In this episode, we are joined by Victor Westerwoudt, Co-Founder of Clockworks. This Rotterdam-based startup is comprised of a team of AI software engineers with expertise in state-of-the-art Deep Learning and Machine Learning, who are dedicated to solving unique problems with computer vision. One of their innovative products is Blicker, an intelligent meter reading assistant that digitizes gas, electricity, and water meter readings from photos. This solution provides utility companies and their customers with quick, accurate, and digital meter readings, ensuring that the readings are taken correctly and efficiently. Victor will share more about Blicker and the important role of AI in this episode.

Clockworks, a Dutch start-up pushing the boundaries of intelligent imaging.
Based in Rotterdam, Zuid-Holland and founded in 2017.

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Landscape

We introduce you to the team at Landscape, including Founder and CEO Erwin Haas and Data Solutions Consultant Jacob Boon. Based in Leiden, this agency is dedicated to “Creating value with AI,” assisting companies in making the most of their data through AI-powered solutions.

At Landscape, they prioritize safe, transparent, and easily understandable AI, making everyday tasks more efficient and impactful. With a deep understanding of both business and data, they use AI to drive value for their clients. In this video, Erwin gives us an overview of Landscape, while Jacob shares insights into the AI models they created for an insurance company.

Landscape, a Dutch consultancy agency connecting business and data science.
Based in Leiden, Zuid-Holland and founded in 2014.

Space4Good

Introducing Jessica Immelman (Business Lead) and Alexander Gunkel (Founder & MD) of Delft-based Space4Good, using space tech for social and environmental good. They use remote sensing, GIS, and AI to map and analyze ecosystems, supporting organizations on environmental crime, regenerative agriculture, humanitarian aid, air pollution and sustainable urban development. They help impact makers make informed decisions, improve efficiency, create transparency, and unlock new revenue sources.

Space4Good, a Dutch startup using remote sensing to monitor social and evironmental impact.
Founded in 2017, located in Den Haag, Zuid-Holland.

Qualinx

In this episode, meet Tom Trill, CEO of Delft-based IoT semiconductor firm Qualinx. They solved the high power consumption issue of GNSS sensors using patented digital RF techniques. Qualinx offers the world’s smallest and most efficient GNSS sensor, reducing IoT wireless radio energy consumption by 90%. Ideal for portable and IoT apps where low-energy consumption is crucial.

Qualinx, a high-tech fabless semiconductor company that solved a high power consumption problem of GNSS sensors
Located in Delft, Zuid-Holland, Founded in 2015

Mainblades

Introducing Mainblades, offering automated drone inspections for all aircraft types, indoor and outdoor, with no preparation. They offer a cost-effective, time-saving drone inspection tool that enables aircraft engineers to work more efficiently and gather more consistent, compliant data. Mainblades improves inspection data, shortens turnaround times, and reduces maintenance costs. Meet CEO Dejan Borota and data scientist/software engineer Julian von der Goltz in this video as they share more about their business and inspections.

Mainblades, automated aircraft drone inspections
Located in The Hague, Zuid-Holland, Founded in 2017

Samotics

Meet Samotics, solving industrial companies’ downtime and energy waste problems. Their continuous monitoring systems lower risks, costs and reduce unplanned downtime, leading to energy savings. Hear from founder Simon Jagers about their impact on energy waste globally.

Samotics, offers predictive maintenance for AC motors and rotating equipment.
Based in Leiden, Zuid-Holland, founded in 2015.

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