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    Festive closing event CVC Fast Forward

    This event marks the conclusion of six months of collaboration on two circular value chains in the manufacturing industry.

    The Circular Value Center was initiated by the Province of Noord-Brabant and the provincial development agency (BOM), together with Smart Industry Nederland. It supports entrepreneurs in the manufacturing industry that aim to practically accelerate circular business engagement.

    Date: 20 March 2025
    Time: 14:15 – 17:30
    Location: Province of Noord-Brabant, Brabantlaan 1, ’s-Hertogenbosch

    Building Circular Value Chains Together

    This season’s CVC Fast Forward program (2024 – 2025) includes two chain projects. The first project focuses on the reuse and recycling of electronic components for electron microscopes. This initiative involves Neways Electronics, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and SandGrain. The second project revolves around a powder derived from metal waste, which can be used for 3D printing. In this chain, K3D, KMWE, and Space XYZ are collaborating.

    During this event, the chains will reflect on their journey, share valuable insights, and celebrate the achievements. All this in an interactive afternoon program, together with the CVC community and its partners.

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    What to Expect?

    • Opening by regional minister Martijn van Gruijthuijsen
      Regional minister for Economy, Talent Development, and Finance at the Province of Noord-Brabant, Martijn van Gruijthuijsen, will open the afternoon with an inspiring welcome speech.
    • Keynote by Teade Punter: Data and Digitalization in the Circular Transition
      Teade Punter, professor of High Tech Embedded Software (HTES) and lecturer in ICT & Technology at Fontys University of Applied Sciences, will share his academic perspective on the role of data and digitalization in the circular transition of the manufacturing industry.
    • Keynote by Pepijn Rinzema: Data and Digitalization to Support a Circular Business Model
      Pepijn Rinzema from TMC will highlight the importance of a generic roadmap that enables businesses to optimize data and digitalization support for a circular business model.
    • Reflections on the CVC FF Program 2024/2025
      What have we accomplished? What key insights can we take forward? This year’s value chains will share their experiences, results, and challenges. Get inspired and discover how you can apply these lessons in your own practice.
    • A Vibrant Networking Reception
      We will close the afternoon with a lively networking reception. The perfect opportunity to make new connections and explore potential future chain collaborations.

    Part of the Circular Economy Week

    This event takes place during the Week of the Circular Economy, where the Netherlands showcases how we are working towards smarter and more sustainable use of resources. Brabant is contributing extensively! On Wednesday, the finale of the Brabant Circular Innovation Top 20 will also take place. For more information, visit the website.

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