Five Zeeland companies are in the running for the Zeeland Innovation Award Emergo 2025. Deputy Jo-Annes de Bat announced the nominees this morning at Omroep Zeeland: It is always a significant puzzle each year, but we have nominated some great innovations again. The award will be presented for the 23rd time this year and rewards companies that contribute to the future of Zeeland with innovative products and services. The award ceremony will take place on Tuesday, November 4 at 5:30 PM during Contacta at the Zeelandhallen in Goes.
The jury has nominated the following five companies:
· Colsen – AMFER technology
An innovative technique to extract nitrogen from manure or sewage and convert it into high-quality fertilizer. This reduces nitrogen and CO2 emissions, produces green gas, and helps farmers and industry with the nitrogen and energy crisis.
· Ecommit connects climate projects and companies
Ecommit invests in climate projects where forests and crops remove CO2 from the air. Companies can contribute to this through Ecommit. In this way, the company removes CO2 emissions and makes these essential projects possible.
· Boostyourbox - unique, sustainable and future-oriented
Boostyourbox is the webshop where you design, order, and view custom packaging in 3D in three clicks. Thanks to the fully automated production process, they make small runs affordable and quickly available. This way, companies save space, costs, and waste – with a sustainable impact.
· Novectra – Solar Carport
A multifunctional canopy of solar cells that generates energy for electric cars and business premises. The carport can also collect rainwater and offers companies an additional revenue model and sustainable appearance.
· Padmos – Shipyard of the Future
Padmos develops boats and ship components made of (recycled) HDPE in combination with robotics. This innovation reduces the CO₂ footprint and contributes to a circular economy in shipbuilding.
Award Ceremony
The winner of the Zeeland Innovation Award Emergo 2025 will be announced on Tuesday, November 4 during Contacta at the Zeelandhallen in Goes. The festive award ceremony for both the jury and public prize will start at 5:30 PM.
About the Zeeland Innovation Award Emergo
The Zeeland Innovation Award Emergo is an initiative of the Province of Zeeland, Impuls Zeeland, VNO-NCW Zeeland, HZ University of Applied Sciences, KVK, Dockwize, and Omroep Zeeland. The award is presented annually to a company that distinguishes itself with an innovative development that contributes to the economic and sustainable future of Zeeland.