Kennis & innovatie

Limburg is one of the seven smartest regions in the world

Limburg is one of the seven most innovative regions in the world.

"European subsidies really do make a difference when it comes to more energy-efficient lorries"

Lorries and buses account for 25% of all harmful gas emissions in Europe. Electric lorries could change that.

Pioneers of the South: Limburg is shaping the future of healthcare

A medical revolution is taking shape in the south of the Netherlands that could transform the nature of healthcare.

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GROW & Brightlands Impact Award

Do you have an innovative research project that has the potential to solve real-world problems?

Improved access to complex care with a new microsurgery robot

At Maastricht UMC+ (MUMC+), a patient underwent surgery using the latest version of the MUSA microsurgical robot for the first time in early June.

Bacteria, fungi and yeasts could solve major problems in agriculture (and create new revenue streams)

Bacteria, fungi and yeasts have the potential to make agriculture more sustainable and the economy more circular.

Building the future together: the future builders bring direction to the region!

Midden-Limburg is bursting with talent. But how do our students find their way into the local business world in a way that really suits them?

Niels Postma accidentally invented the first paper data logger: his sensor could save the transport sector tons of e-waste

More than 80 million plastic data loggers end up in the waste every year.

Completion of first Region Deal North Limburg: 'Substantial steps taken'

With a festive Harvest Festival at the Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo, the North Limburg Region and the Province of Limburg, together with representatives of

Euro 5 vans denied access to zero-emission zones from 1 January 2027

Vans with emission class 5 (Euro 5) will no longer have access to zero-emission zones from 1 January 2027. Entrepreneurs with such a van are advised to think

Province invests in trinational education: substantial co-financing and European support for Agrofood and Next3

Limburg is investing in the future of cross-border trinational education.

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Cooperation as an engine for future-proof business parks in Limburg

When talking about sustainability, we quickly think of homes or mobility.

Limburg wins European millions for innovation in agriculture and food

The Province of Limburg is investing in smart agricultural technology and sustainable food together with Europe.

More charging points and solar panels: these sustainability rules take effect for buildings from 29 May

A series of European measures aimed at accelerating building sustainability will come into force over the next eight years.

Future of Venlo as student city: 'Brightlands and city centre side by side'

A new student campus, more courses and collaborations between educational institutions: HAS, Maastricht University and Radboud University have plenty of plans at

Sustainable construction, continuity with batteries

Venlo has a Living Lab for applications of bio-based materials in construction.