15 May: Break to Innovate - Contribute your ideas on developing technical talent in the regio
The semiconductor industry – the world behind microchips and microelectronics – is experiencing explosive growth. But there’s one major bottleneck: the shortage of well-trained technicians. That’s why the collaborative programme Beethoven Zuid-Holland was launched, with the goal of training 1,000 additional students and retraining 1,000 professionals for the semiconductor sector by 2030.
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Business Festival Manufacturing Industry at MICS a success
‘I brought my family here today, to expose them to these technologies and to learn what they mean for the future’.
This visitor perfectly captures why MICS also opened its doors during the Bedrijvenfestival Schiedam Manufacturing Industry: to showcase to Schiedam and the surrounding region what is being made by companies on our innovation campus, and what is being learned in our educational...
Inspiring Visit to Brainport Industries Campus Strengthens Vision for MICS
On Thursday the 3rd of April, MICS organised an inspiring working visit to the Brainport Industries Campus (BIC) in Eindhoven. A diverse delegation from education, business and government – including Councillor Cemil Kahramanoglu (Education, Municipality of Schiedam) – travelled to this high-tech region to gain insights and ideas for the further development of MICS in Schiedam.
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SDK Vastgoed and Vaanster Energie Sign Letter of Intent for MICS Development
SDK Vastgoed and Vaanster Energie have signed a letter of intent for the development of the MICS campus. During the construction of our campus, we will benefit from their expertise in creating a smart and sustainable energy system. Through sustainable energy generation and smarter building practices, the CO₂ footprint of MICS will be minimised. This will help us create a place where people can wor...
Thank you to Hi Delta and Mikrocentrum for an inspiring ZIE 2025!
Once again, the ZIE Beurs proved to be an inspiring event. We truly enjoyed engaging with participants and our partners from the South Holland manufacturing industry. Plus, we made valuable new connections. Our director, Niels Langenhuizen (SDK Vastgoed B.V. and MICS developer), also had the pleasure of addressing an enthusiastic audience during his presentation. Niels highlighted the benefits of ...
MICS celebrates 750 years of Schiedam by participating in the Business Festival on April 12
In 2025, it will be 750 years since Schiedam was granted city rights by Aleida of Holland. From the 18th of March until the end of September 2025, the city will celebrate its rich history with a programme full of activities for and by all Schiedam residents. At the same time, the future of this vibrant and colourful city will take centre stage. At MICS, we are also working towards the future of Sc...
First Building of the MICS Campus Completed: Omega Presented to Metrohm
The first new development project within the MICS campus has been completed: the Omega building at Jan van Riebeeckweg 21. The brand-new owner, Metrohm, ceremoniously received the keys on March 13th. This handover marks a milestone in the development of the Mechatronics Innovation Campus Schiedam (MICS), which SDK Vastgoed (part of VolkerWessels) is developing in close collaboration with the munic...
Are you coming to the Manufacturing Industry Business Festival at MICS on April 12?
MICS is participating in the Manufacturing Industry Business Festival, organized by the municipality to celebrate its 750th anniversary. On April 12, there will be plenty to see and do at Synergy (Conradstraat 4) at MICS—for young and old alike!
What can you expect?
For example, Makerminds will offer workshops on robot programming, let you get creative with a 3D pen, and even help you build...
MICS at ZIE 2025: The Leading Knowledge and Networking Event of South Holland
On March 27, the ZIE trade fair will take place—the event for innovative companies in South Holland. Once again, MICS will be present this year. You can find us at stand 159, where we will be delighted to showcase all the developments and opportunities on and around our innovation campus.
What is the ZIE trade fair?
ZIE 2025, organized by Hi Delta and Mikrocentrum, is the ultimate meeting p...
Hi Delta and MICS Join Forces to Strengthen the Manufacturing Industry in South Holland
On February 20, in Schiedam, André Boer (Director of Hi Delta) and Niels Langenhuizen (Director of SDK Vastgoed and MICS Developer) officially launched a promising collaboration in the mechatronics sector. For the Mechatronics Innovation Campus Schiedam (MICS), this partnership presents an excellent opportunity to further establish itself as an innovation hub in the region. The collaboration was f...
The MICS Series #1: Boers & Co Precision Solutions
MICS is a collaborative effort. In our The MICS Series we introduce our partners — those who strengthen our ecosystem and drive innovation in the mechatronics sector. In this episode: Boers & Co, specialists in precision engineering, fine sheet metal, and mechatronics.
“By consolidating our companies in one sustainable location, we create even more synergy to develop the best in...
Take a look at the construction of Omega
See how Omega—the very first MICS building—is taking shape along the Schie, just behind the A20. Currently still under construction by Systabo, but by early next year, it will become the new home of Metrohm—a manufacturer of precision instruments for chemical analysis—spanning an impressive 7,350 m². Metrohm is the first company we’re welcoming to MICS in a brand-new building.
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Room for Connection and Inspiration at the MICS Campus during the Riverboard LLO meeting
On Thursday, November 21, the annual Lifelong Development (LLO) meeting of the Riverboard took place. Representatives from businesses, regional organizations, government, and education gathered at the Synergy building on the Mechatronics Innovation Campus Schiedam (MICS) to share the latest local initiatives.
The LLO meeting emphasized the need for greater connection and a clear overview of...
Inspiring Final Presentations by Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences Minor Students
The Mechatronics Innovation Campus Schiedam (MICS) served as a case study over the past six weeks for 44 students from the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences. Through this project, they gained practical experience in Program management, including components like stakeholder analysis and the setup of an organizational chart. On November 5th, they presented their inspiring findings to the MICS...
Discover the MICS Campus in 3D
The new interactive 3D view of MICS provides a vision of our campus’s future. Together with all the involved businesses, educational institutions, and governments, we are creating an ecosystem dedicated to the technology and talent of tomorrow.
Explore how technology will soon be showcased in the various buildings, each with its own concept but all serving to facilitate growth through...
Boers & Co moves to the Atlas building on the Mechatronica Innovation Campus Schiedam
With the arrival of Boers & Co, the ecosystem at MICS is further expanding with a leading company in the mechatronica sector. Boers & Co will establish itself in the Atlas building, within the network of innovative companies and educational institutions on the Mechatronica Innovation Campus Schiedam (MICS). SDK Vastgoed and Boers & Co signed the agreement to this end on April 5.
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Break to Innovate
Would you like to reserve an hour to meet entrepreneurs, knowledge institutions and the municipality at the monthly lunch break on Thursday, March 21 from 12 to 1 p.m.? At Boers & Co Precision Solutions, account manager Ward Bingley talks about how the company is working on a strong chain in various ways with other companies, knowledge institutions and the municipality. Learn more about how we...
MICS at ZIE 2024: the knowledge and networking event of South Holland
MICS stimulates knowledge sharing between companies, education and government within the campus ecosystem. Come experience a taste of this at our MICS stand during the ZIE 2024 event, organized by HiDelta and Mikrocentrum. Collaboration, proximity and talent are essential for innovation. On April 4, the Van Nelle Factory will be the meeting place for the ‘New technology for the manufacturing...
