Certech and Sirris join forces for sustainable innovation
Certech and Sirris are joining forces to strengthen Belgium’s industry in its green and digital transition. By combining their expertise in materials, production processes, and sustainability, both research centers aim to boost the innovation capacity of technology companies involved in activities related to (bio)chemistry, life sciences and plastics.
What does this mean for you as an industrial player? A closer collaboration that opens doors to new insights, infrastructure, and applications.
Complementary strengths with one goal: greater impact
The collaboration between Certech and Sirris strengthens the bridge between advanced materials and (bio)chemistry & process technologies. While Certech brings its expertise in environment, materials science and process intensification, Sirris excells in digitalisation, industrial processes and sustainable production.
As the collective centre of the Belgian technological industry, founded by Agoria in 1949, Sirris is the reference for technology adoption in 5 domains: advanced manufacturing, product solutions, digital transformation, green transition and innovation management.
A shared vision for the industry of tomorrow
This collaboration aligns seamlessly with the Walloon 2024–2029 policy plan, which aims to strengthen coherence and visibility among the recognized research centers (CRA). The joint goal is clear: to help the Belgian industry grow by aligning research, development, and innovation (RDI) more effectively.
With the support of the sector federations essenscia and Agoria, we are building a stronger innovation network, giving companies from SMEs to large groups access to combined expertise, testing facilities, and tailored support.
Beyond collaboration: toward an integrated innovation network
The strength of this partnership lies in its complementarity. Companies now gain access to a broader range of knowledge, infrastructure, and support without added complexity.
By joining forces, we:
- Build the critical mass needed for large-scale innovation projects
- Unlock new markets and technologies
- Foster non-competitive synergies that strengthen the entire ecosystem
For technology companies, this means one point of contact, two expert centers, and endless opportunities to grow in a sustainable, digital era.
The collaboration between Certech and Sirris marks an important step toward a more integrated and visible innovation landscape in Belgium. By sharing knowledge, pooling resources, and developing joint projects, we aim to help companies innovate faster, smarter, and more sustainably building together a future-proof industry.
