The goal of the Tech Transfer Programme is to create more impact by bringing TNO technology to the market via spin-offs or licenses with existing organisations.
After creating the spin-off, the company needs funding to grow. Typically, this involves seeking external financing like venture capital, loans, or grants. TNO offers an Investor Readiness Programme for founders.
In the first phase of the programme participants determine the best route to market for the technology in question. The activities conducted in this phase result in a validated business case and an overview of the advantages and disadvantages of the various routes to market.
TNO's Tech Transfer team is a diverse and talented team of experts that bring the insight and skills needed to accelerate the market launch of innovations.
The mission of TNO’s Tech Transfer Program is to accelerate the market introduction of TNO technology by creating spin-off companies and providing licences to existing organisations.
Technology Transfer plays an important role in ensuring that TNO knowledge reaches impact. It involves bringing innovation to the market through the creation of spin-off companies or licensing technologies to existing companies.
Whether you're working at a knowledge transfer office, for the government, at a regional development agency, a knowledge institute or if you are an aspiring entrepreneur, don’t hesitate to get in touch to explore how we can collaborate effectively.
Since the start of our program in 2017, we've proudly launched over 40 spin-offs. Our spin-off companies have TNO technology at their basis and go through an extensive venture building process before launch.