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İTÜ ARI Teknokent has organized a dedicated acceleration program for 10 Turkish technology startups aiming to expand into the Dutch market and strengthen their international business activities. Throughout the program, participating startups met with investors, corporate companies, and key players from the Dutch technology ecosystem. Supported by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Trade, the initiative also featured the Innogate Rotterdam Gathering, designed to strengthen existing innovation-driven collaborations between Türkiye and the Netherlands while fostering new strategic partnerships.
As part of the Innogate | Always On program, which supports the global expansion of technology companies, İTÜ ARI Teknokent added the Netherlands to its 2026 international roadmap, bringing together ten innovative Turkish startups with the Dutch entrepreneurship ecosystem.
The participating startups—Beespenser, Blueit, DOSAbio, GullsEye, Lidia Commerce, Mistikist, Vignetim, WearTechClub, Werer Energy, and Winfluencer—engaged with leading Dutch investors, corporate companies, technology hubs, and ecosystem stakeholders. The program provided valuable opportunities to establish international partnerships, explore new markets, and strengthen their global growth strategies.
Hosted at CIC Rotterdam, a globally recognized innovation hub in the heart of Rotterdam, the program was organized in collaboration with Innovation Quarter, one of Innogate's strategic partners. The collaboration aims to accelerate market entry by connecting Turkish startups with local business partners, investors, and potential customers. Additional program supporters included Helios Ventures, Turks in Tech, and the Turkish Dutch Business Platform.
Innogate Rotterdam Gathering Strengthens Türkiye–Netherlands Collaboration
As part of the program, the Innogate Rotterdam Gathering was held at CIC Rotterdam to support Turkish technology companies in entering and scaling within the Dutch market.
Hosted by Prof. Dr. Attila Dikbaş, General Manager of İTÜ ARI Teknokent, the event welcomed Sevgi Kısacık, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Rotterdam; Veysel Parlak, Commercial Attaché in Rotterdam; and Turgut Torunoğulları, President of the European Region of the World Turkish Business Council (DTIK).
Bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, corporate executives, and technology professionals on a single platform, the event created new opportunities for collaboration, networking, and cross-border business development.
"Our Goal Is to Expand Our Footprint Across Europe"
Speaking at the event, Prof. Dr. Attila Dikbaş, General Manager of İTÜ ARI Teknokent, stated that the program aims to accelerate the growth of Turkish technology startups in both the Dutch and broader European markets.
"Through the bridge we are building with the Netherlands, we aim to increase the visibility and impact of Turkish startups across Europe. Beyond connecting entrepreneurs with investors, we provide opportunities to establish strategic partnerships, better understand local market dynamics, and strengthen their scaling capabilities. At the same time, we are paving the way for new innovation-driven collaborations between Türkiye and the Netherlands."
As part of the Innogate Netherlands Discovery Program, participants also visited the Entertech Amsterdam office, where discussions focused on the role of international collaboration between technology parks in supporting Turkish startups' global expansion.
Prof. Dr. Dikbaş emphasized the importance of cooperation among technology parks and highlighted the value of the Anatolian Technology Network in fostering collaboration and collectively strengthening the innovation ecosystem.
Special Reception for Turkish Startups at the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in The Hague
As part of Innogate Netherlands Discovery Week, the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in The Hague hosted a special reception for Turkish entrepreneurs under the patronage of Ambassador Fatma Ceren Yazgan.
The reception served as an important networking platform for Turkish startups entering the Dutch market, providing participants with the opportunity to present their technologies, share their international growth ambitions, and exchange insights with representatives of the Dutch business and innovation ecosystem.
The strong interest shown by guests and the continued support for the international growth of Turkish technology startups once again highlighted the importance of initiatives that foster global entrepreneurship.
The reception was attended by Sevgi Kısacık, Consul General of Türkiye in Rotterdam; Mahmut Burak Ersoy, Consul General of Türkiye in Amsterdam; Ömer İlhan, Commercial Counsellor in The Hague; and Veysel Parlak, Commercial Attaché in Rotterdam, demonstrating the strong commitment of Türkiye's diplomatic and commercial representatives in the Netherlands to supporting the Turkish startup ecosystem.
Turkish Technology Startups Participating in the Innogate | Always On Netherlands Program
Beespenser develops innovative hardware solutions that make electronic circuit prototyping faster, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly.
Blueit offers an AI-powered digital water management platform for industrial and commercial facilities. The platform monitors water consumption, detects leaks, simplifies sustainability reporting, and analyzes water-related risks.
DOSAbio develops molecular diagnostic kits for plant health and food safety. Its PCR-based solutions enable the rapid and accurate detection of viruses, bacteria, and fungi.
GullsEye develops a next-generation Terminal Operating System (TOS) for ports and cargo terminals, providing solutions for operations management, planning, simulation, and AI-powered optimization.
Mistikist is a digital health platform that combines artificial intelligence and neuroscience to improve stress management, focus, sleep quality, and learning performance through sound and light frequency technologies.
Lidia Commerce provides modular e-commerce platforms that enable companies to manage digital sales operations across B2C, B2B, field sales, and marketplace channels.
Vignetim is a mobility and fintech startup that brings travel and transportation services together on a single platform. Its solutions include digital toll payments, eSIM services, and fleet management.
Werer Energy designs and manufactures lithium-based energy storage systems, offering scalable energy storage and power management solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Winfluencer is a data-driven influencer marketing platform that enables brands to build more effective and measurable collaborations with content creators.
WearTechClub develops AI-powered smart sportswear and digital health solutions. Its sensor-enabled textile technologies analyze biometric data to support performance tracking and remote health monitoring.
