Dublin and Copenhagen Foster Innovated Collaboration Networks
Amsterdam, Monday, 21 July 2025.
The Netherlands’ innovation leaders studied Dublin and Copenhagen’s successful ecosystems, planning to adapt these strategies to boost Dutch entrepreneurship, focusing on green tech and digital transformation.
Innovation Paradigms in Dublin and Copenhagen
Dublin and Copenhagen have emerged as leading innovation hubs in Europe, attracting attention from international business leaders. The Dutch delegation, including ROM directors and Ministry of Economic Affairs representatives, visited these cities to study their collaborative networks and innovation strategies. The emphasis in both cities is placed on collaboration between government bodies, investors, research institutions, and businesses, which is seen as vital for nurturing startups and scale-ups. This collaborative approach forms the backbone of their innovation ecosystems [1].
Strategic Collaborations and Investments
In both Dublin and Copenhagen, local government initiatives play a pivotal role in supporting entrepreneurial endeavors. For instance, in Copenhagen, there exists a synergy between public funding and private investment to transform innovative ideas into commercial successes. The Dutch officials noted the energetic application of knowledge as a key driver behind sustainable economic growth and societal impact in these regions [1]. Such observations could help shape future strategies in the Netherlands, particularly in the domains of green technology and digital transformation.
Insights for the Dutch Ecosystem
The visits highlighted potential pathways the Netherlands could adopt to bolster its own innovation landscape. There is a growing interest in enhancing the investment landscape for startups through regional development collaborations similar to the ROM model and fostering talent networks like those evident in Amsterdam’s tech scene [2]. The Dutch ecosystem’s strength, characterized by regional development programs like GO!-NH and collaborative networks within Amsterdam, offers a fertile ground for adopting and adapting successful models from Dublin and Copenhagen [3].
Future Directions
Building on these observations, the Netherlands plans to advance its innovation strategies with a focus on sustainable practices and digital advancements [3]. The emphasis will be on creating conducive environments for startups and emerging businesses to thrive, mirroring successful practices from cities like Dublin and Copenhagen. With ongoing support from organizations such as ROM InWest, there is potential to create a robust and dynamic innovation ecosystem in the Netherlands [4].