As we say "𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀" this season 🎄, let's also celebrate the connections that have brought us closer to realising our visions for a better tomorrow. Whether you're a corporation seeking groundbreaking solutions 🚀 , a startup looking to make your mark on the world, or an investor aiming to lead the way in innovation, remember that at 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆, you're never too far from making those pivotal connections. The world might seem big, but this holidays season, we're reminded that it's connections, not miles, that matter 💙. Let's come together in the spirit of collaboration and make the 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 truly life-changing. From our team to yours, we wish you all the best for the coming year 🎉 #SeasonOfConnection #TogetherInInnovation
Plug and Play Maritime
Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
Shaping the future of the maritime industry
About us
At Plug and Play Maritime, we combine the fresh ideas of our startups with the wisdom of seasoned experience, fast-tracked with the latest innovation strategies. We unite our partners, shipping industry leaders, and information technology giants with innovative startups to create fruitful collaborations that catapult us to the next level. With our prime location in Antwerp, Belgium, a city rich in seafaring history and home to Europe’s second largest port, our goal is to develop Antwerp as a global hub for innovation and sustainability in the maritime sector. Our focus areas include: Energy & Propulsion, Port Infra & Ops, Safety & Security, Smart Shipping, Supply Chain.
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https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/industries/maritime
External link for Plug and Play Maritime
- Industry
- Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Antwerp
- Founded
- 2021
- Specialties
- openinnovation, corporateinnovation, maritime, innovation, startups, accelerator program, and venture capital
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🚛📦 The supply chain and advanced manufacturing industries are undergoing a revolution. With technological advancements and partnerships reshaping global logistics, staying ahead is no longer an option—it’s a necessity. 🎯 Our 2024 Supply Chain Logistics & Advanced Manufacturing Report is here to help innovation managers and investors seize this moment. Packed with insights, success stories, and solutions, it’s your guide to navigating a rapidly evolving landscape. 📊 Key Highlights: - AI’s transformative role in supply chain tech 🌐 - How manufacturing is combating cyberattacks, which targeted 29% of its critical infrastructure in Q2 2024 🚨 - Game-changing collaborations like The Coca-Cola Company and Wareclouds or DP World’s electric freight deployment with Einride ⚡ ✨ What’s in it for you? - Exclusive insights from Plug and Play’s partnerships and global events - Strategies to enhance your innovation journey - The latest trends to give you a competitive edge 🔗 Ready to explore the future of supply chain and manufacturing? Download the report now https://pnptc.in/41nqbXI #PNPTC #SupplyChain #AdvancedManufacturing
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The energy was electric at the Plug and Play Tech Center Silicon Valley November Summit 2024! ⚡ Over 3,500 innovators, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders gathered to explore the future of tech, featuring 300+ startups and 75+ speakers from over 20 industries! The conversations, the breakthroughs, and the connections were truly remarkable. Curious to see what's next! 👀 Yves Cabanac, Laurens Vanryckeghem #PNPTCSiliconValley #PNPTC
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Maritime trailblazers, let’s set sail for the future of innovation at EXPLORE 2025! We’re thrilled to invite you to join the Plug and Play Hamburg team on December 3, 2024 at the inspiring Factory Hammerbrooklyn for EXPLORE 2025! This exclusive event is designed to equip your organization with the tools, insights, and connections needed to innovate successfully in the coming year. 💡🤝 🔍 Meet Pioneering Tech Companies: Dive into cutting-edge solutions from AI-powered Knowledge Bots by Blockbrain to digital supply chain twins by aioneers, source-to-pay procurement automation by Mercanis, and groundbreaking Artificial General Intelligence by Centrum AI. 🛠️ Master the ABCs of Innovation: Hannah Boomgaarden will provide proven strategies for creating a solid innovation foundation within your organization. 🤝 Build Dynamic Innovation Hubs: Christian Johansson will share his experience from Plug and Play Sweden and his role at CampX Concept at Volvo Group, exploring best practices for fostering collaboration and growth. 🌐 The Power of Emerging Technologies: Timo Linnemann will highlight the AI and automation technologies shaping enterprise innovation in 2025 and beyond. 🔥 Fireside Chat on Future Business Ecosystems: Moderated by Sallar Faridi, this session will explore the evolving landscape of business ecosystems with prominent industry voices. Only a few tickets are still available! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ 📍 Location: Factory Hammerbrooklyn 🕘 Time: 9 am - 2 pm Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and set the stage for a future-focused 2025. 🌍 Register today to secure your spot and discover what it takes to lead in the world of innovation! https://lnkd.in/dgRPv2Qp
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𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗜𝗡𝗢 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝘆𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 ⚓ Discover the successful collaboration between Greywing and Iino Kaiun Kaisha Ltd, as they introduce an AI-powered 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘅 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 program, setting a new standard in crew management with innovative technology. Learn why their solution plays a pivotal role in open innovation and automation in the shipping industry 👉 https://lnkd.in/ek8jE4xB Keitaro Watanabe, Kenji Togasaki, Nick Clarke, Meghna R., Merjen M. #PNPTC #SuccessStory #IINO #Greywing
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An innovation glossary is like the artist's palette - it brings ideas to life by giving us the words to express them. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, an innovation glossary is an essential tool for understanding and developing innovation. Read the full article to learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/e6giXCJw #PNPTC #Innovation
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Attention maritime innovators! Gear up for EXPLORE 2025: The Innovation Journey of Tomorrow! Join us on December 3, 2024, at Factory Hammerbrooklyn in Hamburg to dive into the future of maritime technology and innovation. This event is packed with insights for navigating 2025’s challenges and opportunities. 🌊 What’s in store? 🛠️ Master the ABCs of Innovation Hannah Boomgaarden, Senior Manager Open Innovation, will guide you through strategies to build a foundation for maritime innovation. 🤝 Create Dynamic Innovation Hubs With Christian Johansson, discover how to create spaces that spark collaboration and drive maritime advancements. 🔥 The Power of Emerging Technologies Timo Linnemann will reveal transformative AI and automation technologies that are set to reshape the maritime industry in 2025. 🔗 Tickets are limited – Don’t miss out! https://pnptc.in/4hCUxeE 📍 Location: Factory Hammerbrooklyn 🕘 Time: 9 am - 2 pm Let’s chart a course for innovation together and redefine the future of maritime technology!
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Relive the highlights of Plug and Play Sustainability Expo in Gothenburg! This event, hosted in collaboration with Gothenburg Tech Week, explored sustainable business practices, innovative technologies, and industry opportunities. ♻️ Watch the video to hear from industry experts on why collaboration is crucial to moving towards a more sustainable future. Ready to get involved? Contact us now: https://pnptc.in/3YtGn7W #PNPTC #PNPTCGothenburg #Sustainability
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Just before summer kicked off, we had the pleasure of hosting our third Plug and Play Maritime EXPO in Antwerp! As part of Antwerp Maritime Week, this event brought together professionals, innovators, and key stakeholders from across the maritime industry, all united by a shared goal: driving open innovation forward. 🛳️ 🌊 Now that we gear up for what's next, let's take a moment to reflect on the energy and impact of that unforgettable event: ⚓️ 400 attendees 📣 16 expert speakers 🚀 7 pilot projects 🗣️ 10 inspiring startup pitches 💡 37 tech fair booths 🐋 1 (inflatable) whale Looking forward to building on the momentum and continuing our journey toward innovation and collaboration. Let's make the rest of this year just as exciting! 📹 https://lnkd.in/eXDdgSJy 📸 https://lnkd.in/ex49t3dd Blauwe Cluster (Blue Cluster) vzw, The Beacon | Innovation Community , MCA #PNPTC #Maritime #Antwerp #OpenInnovation
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Huge congratulations to our Gothenburg team and everyone involved on the inspiring Plug and Play Sustainability Expo! 🎉 The event brought together key players from Volvo Cars, The Port of Gothenburg, Volvo Group, SKF Group, SEB, and more, sparking insightful discussions and collaborations around sustainability and innovation. From sustainable financing to AI in supply chains, and the importance of corporate partnerships, it was clear that collaboration is driving real change.
🌍 An inspiring day of collaboration and action at the Plug and Play Gothenburg Sustainability Expo! 🌟 A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this event a success. The conversations, innovations, and connections we saw during the day prove that together, we can drive real change for a sustainable future. 🚀 Key Takeaways: - Powerful keynotes from sustainability leaders like Karin Svensson (Volvo Group), Vanessa Butani (Volvo Cars), and Magnus Rosén (SKF Group) highlighted how large corporations are transforming their industries through sustainable practices and surprisingly similar strategies. - Finance is critical in scaling sustainability efforts, as discussed by Markus Hökfelt (SEB) and Ulf Erlandsson (Anthropocene Fixed Income Institute). Sustainable financing and investment strategies are paving the way for innovators to drive impactful solutions at scale. - AI's role in Supply Chain Sustainability was spotlighted by Thomas Buch Andersson (Responsibly), who shared how AI is enabling smarter, more sustainable sourcing and transparency across global supply chains. - Collaboration across corporations is key to driving systemic change. Dennis Nobelius (Syre) showed us how partnerships in the textile recycling sector are creating massive opportunities for decarbonization and waste reduction. - Aldara Naveira Suarez from SKF Group introduced SKF RecondOil -an example of how collaboration and innovative thinking can create sustainable, closed-loop solutions that have a tangible impact on industry practices. This Expo was all about collaboration in action—whether it’s corporates working with startups, or cross-industry partnerships coming together to solve complex sustainability challenges. The energy in the room was truly inspiring, and the connections made today are the ones that will shape the future of sustainability. Thank you to our partners, speakers, startups, and attendees for your contributions. Let’s keep the momentum going and continue working together to turn bold ideas into impactful solutions! Here’s to the next steps and new collaborations ahead! 🌱 Find out more about our Sustainability programs https://pnptc.in/4dyz8jn The Port of Gothenburg World of Volvo #PNPTCSustainability #Gothenburg #sustainabilityinnovation
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