On September 19, the first team meeting of the German-Dutch TECH.LAND program took place at the vibrant university campus in Enschede. This inspiring event brought together a diverse group of participants from the Twente region, East Netherlands, and North Westphalia, creating a dynamic platform for exchanging ideas, experiences, and future visions.&nbsp;Since its official launch on April 16, TECH.LAND has quickly grown into a rapidly expanding innovation platform, harnessing the power of cross-border collaboration. Under the powerful motto “Turning Borders into Connections!” dedicated program members, cluster teams, and network ambassadors came together to reflect on past successes and pave the way for future achievements.TECH.LAND: A catalyst for innovation and business development&nbsp; TECH.LAND stands at the forefront of cross-border innovation in the Twente region, East Netherlands, and North Westphalia. The program focuses on sectors such as battery technology, hydrogen, circular economy, advanced manufacturing, robotics, and MedTech, helping businesses innovate faster and seize growth opportunities. This Dutch-German collaboration offers entrepreneurs and companies a gateway to a thriving ecosystem of cutting-edge technology and scientific cooperation, making the region highly attractive to national and international investors and businesses looking to thrive in a high-tech environment.For businesses: The key to growth and success&nbsp; TECH.LAND offers tangible benefits to companies in the region. By facilitating talent acquisition, access to funding, and cross-border collaborations, the program helps entrepreneurs not only accelerate innovation but also expand into new markets. Companies benefit from the opportunity to be part of a leading ecosystem that provides innovative solutions to tomorrow's challenges. From start-ups to established businesses, TECH.LAND connects them with valuable partners across the Netherlands and Germany, creating fertile ground for sustainable growth and long-term success.Collaboration and vision for the future&nbsp; During the event, participants reflected on past achievements, followed by interactive work sessions where new objectives were set. The working groups presented their results in inspiring presentations, sparking valuable discussions and concrete next steps. Hans Brouwers, program manager of TECH.LAND, emphasized the importance of cross-border collaboration and outlined a future in which the region further establishes itself as a leading hotspot for technological innovation and business development.Growing enthusiasm and impact&nbsp; The positive response to the event underscores TECH.LAND’s growing impact both locally and internationally. “We are thrilled by the energy and commitment shown by all participants,” said Hans Brouwers. “This event has strengthened our team and laid the foundation for even greater successes in the future. Together, we are building a region where innovation thrives and businesses excel.”About TECH.LAND&nbsp; TECH.LAND is a Dutch-German initiative that fosters innovation and collaboration in technology and business development. Since its launch in April 2024, the program has initiated various projects and activities to promote cross-border cooperation. TECH.LAND accelerates innovation and strengthens the competitiveness of businesses in East Netherlands and North Westphalia.Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-lands" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">LinkedIn </a>for more information and upcoming events. https://techland.org/The TECH.LAND Meeting project is supported by the Interreg Germany-Netherlands program and co-financed by the European Union (EU).For more information, please contact Hans Brouwers, TECH.LAND Program Manager, at +31 657 31 36 04 or via email at brouwers@techland.org.&nbsp;

TECH.LAND: a milestone for cross-border innovation and business growth