Rotterdam The Hague Region Boosts Innovation with Mechatronics Hub
The Hague, Thursday, 4 December 2025.
On December 3, 2025, the Metropoolregio Rotterdam Den Haag invested in the Mechatronics Innovation Campus in Schiedam, aiming to strengthen the local tech industry and foster collaboration.
Strategic Investment in Regional Economy
The Metropoolregio Rotterdam Den Haag (MRDH) has strategically invested in the Mechatronics Innovation Campus Schiedam (MICS) to strengthen the regional economy through technological advancements. This investment underscores the critical role of technology in enhancing the future earning potential of the region. The official installation of the regiegroep (steering group) marks a pivotal step in driving cooperation between education and business sectors to foster innovation [1].
Steering Group’s Role and Vision
Led by Doekle Terpstra and Joost van der Veen, the steering group comprises representatives from high-quality manufacturing industries and educational institutions. This group is tasked with crafting a comprehensive vision and action agenda aimed at making concrete investments in knowledge, time, and financing for both short-term and long-term goals. Their primary objective is to transform MICS into a crucial engine for regional economic strengthening [1].
Future Plans and Economic Impact
The steering group plans to present its action agenda on March 12, 2026, outlining strategies to integrate innovation and talent development within the region. This initiative is expected to enhance the competitiveness of the Netherlands and Europe on the global stage by investing in innovation, cooperation, and talent development [1].
Broader Context of Innovation Initiatives
In parallel developments, Healthplus.ai, a MedTech company, raised €2.3 million to advance surgical complication prediction, highlighting the broader trend of technological investments in the region. This aligns with MRDH’s broader goal of creating robust economic clusters by uniting entrepreneurs, education, and government, thereby ensuring a future-proof economy and labor market [1][2].