In YES!Delft’s Accelerator Program, startups receive guidance to develop their concepts further and make them market-ready. This program provides access to the right resources, expertise, and networks essential for success.
A hub for innovation
Deltares’ SME Team initiated the connection with YES!Delft, recognises the incubator as a valuable hub for startups. The SME Team acknowledges that reaching this target group and informing them about opportunities, such as the Deltares SME Challenge, can be challenging.
Thanks to this partnership, more startups can find the right resources and support to develop their innovations further”
By participating in the Deltares SME Challenge, startups not only gain access to Deltares’ expertise but also to its experimental research facilities. These include wave and flow testing facilities, geotechnical laboratories, data facilities, and the brand-new Delta Lab (chemical, biological, and physical laboratory).
What we are seeing here is truly amazing! This is yet another well-kept secret filled with incredible opportunities”
“Deltares’ experimental facilities offer unprecedented possibilities for startups in water and soil research. By integrating access to these facilities into our Accelerator Program, we increase the chances of success for startups and provide them with a valuable network and the knowledge they need to bring their innovations to market.”
Accelerating Innovation
Deltares offers advanced research facilities that provide the ideal environment to solve technical challenges and test innovations and applications. This accelerates the concept phase and enhances the market readiness of new technologies.”It’s fantastic that we are joining forces,” says Ras Lalmy, Managing Director of YES!Delft. “We are only about 800 meters apart, so it was about time!” he jokes. “Our mission is to help technology startups make an impact. Through this collaboration, startups now have the opportunity to test and further develop their innovations in Deltares’ experimental environment,” says Ras Lalmy.
Our mission is to help technology startups make an impact. Through this collaboration, startups now have the opportunity to test and further develop their innovations in Deltares’ experimental environment.
First Successful Collaboration
The first success story of this partnership is already a reality. Last week, GEHECO participated in the SME Challenge pitch competition before a Deltares jury. GEHECO, currently in YES!Delft’s Pre-accelerator Program, specializes in installing closed-loop heating systems using an injection lance.As one of four winners of Deltares’ Fall 2024 SME Challenge, GEHECO now has the opportunity to test its technology in Deltares’ cutting-edge research facilities—an essential step in validating their product.
This partnership marks an important step in strengthening the ecosystem where technological innovation and sustainability are central”
Future Collaboration
“This partnership marks an important step in strengthening the ecosystem where technological innovation and sustainability are central,” says Dirk-Jan Walstra, Director of Deltares. “With our knowledge, we truly want to make a difference. We believe we can accelerate this impact by collaborating with valuable partners. We look forward to working with YES!Delft to contribute to innovative solutions that create real impact.”In the near future, Deltares’ management team will visit YES!Delft to explore further partnership opportunities.
