NLR is set to conduct research into radiation-resistant chips for use in space (with the company Spherical Systems); the production of rocket engines using additive manufacturing (with Ignarion); and the 3D printing of boat hulls (IMPACD Boats and Tectonic-3D). All three projects will be carried out in collaboration with Dutch high-tech companies. The projects will […]

Het bericht Three NLR projects with SME partners receive funding from Holland High Tech verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

Flight tests are a big part of how NASA turns breakthrough ideas into reality. From flying humans faster than the speed of sound to proving designs that helped shape the space shuttle, flight testing transforms bold concepts into safer, more efficient technologies that benefit the public. “Flight tests are a way to safely and effectively […]

THIS PAGE WAS UPDATED ON JUNE 23, 2026 This Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD) solicitations page compiles the opportunities to collaborate with NASA’s aeronautical innovators and/or contribute to their research to enable new and improved air transportation systems. Most opportunities to participate in research are officially announced through the Web-based NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated […]

A functional test of the ILR-33 AMBER 2K rocket launch system, adapted to the requirements of the SUBCOM project, has been successfully completed at the Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Aviation. The project is co-financed by the National Centre for Research and Development (NCBR), with Thorium Space SA acting as its leader. This marks […]

Project: HEROPS (Hydrogen-Electric Zero Emission Propulsion System) HEROPS aims to introduce climate-neutral propulsion into regional aircraft by developing MTU’s Flying Fuel Cell (FFC) propulsion system concept for entry into service in 2035. This disruptive hydrogen-electric propulsion system uses fuel cells as its sole power source and a liquid hydrogen fuel tank, without the need for […]

Het bericht R&D case: Hydrogen-electric propulsion for climate-neutral regional aviation verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

On 18 June 2026, a milestone is celebrated in the Noordoostpolder, an area of the Netherlands reclaimed from the sea. The German-Dutch Wind Tunnels (DNW), a collaboration between the German and Dutch research organisations DLR and NLR, will have been in existence for fifty years. During this time, DNW has grown into a leading organisation […]

Het bericht Fifty years of German-Dutch Wind Tunnels: a success story of European cooperation verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

Press release 16 June 2026 The use of AI in healthcare is challenging because sensitive patient data is scattered across different systems and its use requires strong privacy protection. The new concept developed in the international Secur-e-Health project combines secure data processing, careful consent practices and privacy-preserving AI tools to support both disease prevention and the monitoring of patient care. The Secur-e-Health project developed a concept that enables AI to be used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases without compromising the protection of sensitive patient

JAXA, JAMCO Corporation, and Toyota Motor Corporation have collaboratively developed a wheelchair securement device for aircraft using an anchor bar to enable smoother and more accessible air travel for wheelchair users.

Press release 10 June 2026 A new cellulose-based material platform developed in Finland responds to tightening regulatory requirements and industry pressure to both replace and reduce plastic in packaging, including emerging thresholds such as limiting plastic content to below 5 wt% in fibre-based materials. The technology enables transparent, high-performance films and coatings that match the functionality of plastics, while supporting industrial scalability and enabling simplified recycling or biodegradation across multiple environments. VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland (https://

In the series ‘NLR People’, we show you who the experts at the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) are, what drives them, and what they are working on behind the scenes. In this episode: Naomi Sieben, psychologist in the field of sustainability. People play a crucial role in the transition to sustainable aviation. Their knowledge, […]

Het bericht NLR People: Naomi Sieben, Human behaviour is vital to achieving more sustainable aviation verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

Press release 9 June 2026 The VTT-originating startup Granarium Technologies is commercialising nanocellulose-based energy storage technology that upcycles waste wood and agro residues for fast-response power storage with significantly lower production costs and environmental impact compared to conventional solutions. Granarium Technologies (https://www.granariumtech.com/) (Granarium), a deep-tech energy startup originating from VTT, has raised over EUR 1 million in total funding, comprising a pre-seed round led by BSV Ventures joint by Beamline, with participation from FiBAN (Finnish

NASA’s experimental X-59 aircraft marked a major milestone Friday, June 5, when it flew faster than the speed of sound for the first time, setting the stage for demonstrating its quiet supersonic capabilities later this year.  NASA test pilot Jim “Clue” Less took off and landed at Edwards Air Force Base in California, reaching a top speed of approximately Mach 1.1 (713 mph) and altitude of 43,400 feet. The X-59’s flight began at 11:08 a.m. PDT and lasted 81 minutes, with the team focusing on flying qualities at both subsonic and then […]

In a world filled with uncertainty, technological acceleration, and complex multi-domain conflicts, designing future-proof military capabilities poses  a significant challenge. Wargaming offers a powerful means of  exposing assumptions, testing ideas, and stimulating critical thinking. A recently published article in the JAPCC Journal, co-authored by Antoine de Reus (NLR) and Lieutenant Colonel Gwendolyn Bakx (Royal Netherlands […]

Het bericht The human element behind future-proof defence verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

When an aircraft model enters a wind tunnel, it’s a decisive step in development. Years of development, simulation and numerical analysis are about to face measurable reality. NLR ensures every campaign is carefully prepared and executed. Wind tunnel models are custom-made, combining aerodynamic fidelity, structural integrity, and measurement accuracy. NLR delivers high-quality models with decades […]

Het bericht Brochure: Wind tunnel modelling and testing verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

NLR’s research infrastructure comprises a diverse range of facilities and equipment, forming thefoundation of our applied research. Our state-of-the-art facilities are accessible to companies andother research institutions, allowing for collaborative innovation. In this brochure we present a modestpart of our extensive facilities for aviation, defence and space applications with which we can supportyour research projects […]

Het bericht Brochure: Research infrastructure verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

Hydrogen as a fuel is considered to be an important route towards future sustainable aviation. For aviationapplications, hydrogen presents several key advantages: it allows for the elimination of carbon emissions inflight and along the entire life cycle. Its usage in fuel cells allows eliminating NOx and particles. When burntin a turbine engine, very low particle […]

Het bericht Booklet: R&D More electric and hydrogen-electric powered aerospace verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

Royal NLR operates as a non-profit, objective and independent research centre, working with its partners towards a better world tomorrow. As part of that, NLR offers innovative solutions and technical expertise, with the aim of making aerospace more sustainable, safer, more efficient and effective. We are the connection between scientific research, policy-based support and industrial […]

Het bericht Booklet: Applied research for aerospace industry, space and defence verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

How do you make an entire aviation system more sustainable, rather than just a single flight or a single aircraft? That is what Royal NLR – Netherlands Aerospace Centre – and TU Delft are investigating in the newly established Dutch Aviation Systems Analysis Lab. Last week, the organisations demonstrated connecting their simulation models for the […]

Het bericht NLR and TU Delft link simulation models in new lab focused on climate-neutral aviation verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

The QScale joint project coordinated by VTT with Tampere and Aalto Universities has received funding from Business Finland's prestigious Rise to Challenge Programme. In the project, researchers are developing a radical improvement in the energy efficiency and scalability of quantum computers through optical control and ultra-precise signal technology based on quantum phenomena. The anticipated breakthrough of quantum technologies into societally impactful applications still requires major research openings such as QScale. In theory, quantum computers are known to be capable of calculations

Introduction From the first glider flight to the first powered flight, aviation pioneers have paved the way for remarkable innovations in flight. At NASA, our pilots conduct research, study wildfires, and support unmanned aircraft missions. In fact, out of the 360 astronauts who have been selected, 191 of them have been pilots!   The History of Pilot Certificates […]

Pilot Flight Logs Pilot flight logs, which have been around in one form or another since the beginning of flight, have served several purposes. Today, pilot logbooks are used by aviators to provide a record of their flights, including current and accumulated flight time, number and locations of takeoffs and landings, as well as unique […]

 

In 2026, the von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics (VKI) celebrates 70 years of scientific excellence, innovation, and international collaboration. To mark this milestone, VKI will host a two-day anniversary event bringing together a unique community of industry leaders, academic partners, institutional stakeholders, and alumni from all over the world.

This exceptional gathering will highlight VKI’s legacy and future ambitions in fluid dynamics research, education, and technology development.

The programme of this exclusive event is available here: Download the programme.

Why Become a Sponsor?

Supporting the VKI 70th Anniversary offers a unique opportunity to position your organization at the heart of a highly specialized, influential and international network.

Enhance Your Visibility

Showcase your expertise, technologies, and achievements to a targeted audience of decision-makers, researchers, and engineers from leading organizations and institutions. You will engage directly with the VKI alumni network, an international community of experts active across all fields of fluid dynamics research and technology.

A Unique Event Experience

The anniversary programme is designed to foster meaningful exchanges and high-level interactions, including:

    A prestigious plenary session with key representatives from industry, academia, and international organizations
    Laboratory visits, showcasing VKI’s world-class research infrastructure
    Networking opportunities, including receptions and catering moments in a dedicated event setting

We offer tailored sponsorship packages designed to maximize your visibility and impact throughout the event. Join us in shaping the next chapter of VKI.

PLATINUM SPONSOR - 10 000 EUR (VAT excl.)

Exclusive - Limited to 1 sponsor

• Sponsorship of the Alumni Dinner (Saturday, 19 September)
• Signage at the Alumni Dinner venue
• Opportunity to deliver a speech during the Alumni Dinner
• Two complimentary Alumni Dinner tickets
• Promotional item (provided by the sponsor) distributed to the participants
• Premium booth space (3m x 1,50m) with electrical outlet **, branded counter, two chairs and one screen in the coffee break and reception area
• Signage in the plenary room
• Exclusive recognition in opening and closing remarks
• One full-page colour advertisement in the final programme
• Logo on all event communications
• Logo and backlink on the VKI website
• Displaying of flyers at VKI during the academic year

GOLD SPONSOR - 5 000 EUR (VAT excl.)

Maximum 2 sponsors

• Sponsorship of the Reception after the plenary session (Friday, 18 September)
• Booth space (3 m x 1,50 m) with electrical outlet **, branded counter and two chairs in the coffee break and reception area
• Exclusive recognition in the Reception’s opening remarks
• One half-page colour advertisement in the final programme
• Logo on all event communications
• Logo and backlink on the VKI website

SILVER SPONSOR - 2 500 EUR (VAT excl.)

• Sponsorship of a Coffee Break  
• Signage on the coffee tables
• Branded counter and two chairs in the coffee break and reception area
• One quarter-page colour advertisement in the final programme  
• Logo on all event communications
• Logo and backlink on the VKI website

BRONZE SPONSOR - 1 000 EUR (VAT excl.)

• Banner in the coffee break and reception area
• Logo on all event communications
• Logo and backlink on the VKI website

**Exhibition spaces include floor area only. Sponsors are welcome to bring their own booth structures, provided they conform to the specified dimensions. If needed, standard booth equipment (e.g., backdrop, counter, lighting) can be arranged through the official event supplier at an additional cost (details will be provided upon confirmation).
 
The complete sponsorship package, including the order form and all practical details, is available for download.

Accommodation Programme Sponsorship Packages

 

For any questions regarding sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Christelle Debeer | von Karman Institute for Fluid Dynamics

[email protected]

 

We look forward to partnering with you.

Project: ENSURE (ATM-Uspace Interface and Airspace Reconfiguration Service) Building on the foundations of the Dynamic Airspace Reconfiguration (DAR) concept and ATM interfaces developed in project AURA, the SESAR-funded ENSURE project aims to further automate and streamline the process for seamless data exchange between air traffic management (ATM) systems and unmanned air traffic management (U-space) systems. […]

Het bericht R&D case: Integrated interface solution for ATM and U-space systems verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

The challenge for civil aviation operators is to achieve competitive and sustainable aviation. The growing demand to increase efficiency, sustainability, safety and security, enhance resilience and reduce costs requires innovative solutions. That is why Royal NLR focuses its innovative R&D and solutions within the Air Traffic Management (ATM) domain on delivering sustainability, efficiency, safety & […]

Het bericht Booklet: R&D solutions for Air Traffic Management verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.

Drone pilots can receive assistance when operating drones through a so-called detect-and-avoid system. This automated system advises the pilot how to manoeuvre in order to maintain sufficient distance from other drones. However, such systems do not always support the effective passing of another aircraft. Researchers at the Royal Netherlands Aerospace Centre (NLR) developed a system […]

Het bericht Safer drone operations in increasingly congested airspace verscheen eerst op Nederlands Lucht- en Ruimtevaartcentrum.