Kick-off Project Beethoven: Train together for a strong microchip sector

LocationConnect-U gebouw, Ariënsplein 1, 7511 JX Enschede
OrganisationStichting Ondernemend Twente
Date16-02-2026 | 14:00u - 17:00u
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Close-up of a hi-tech machine working with semiconductor wafers, reflecting colorful lights in a futuristic, industrial setting.

The availability of sufficient and well-trained talent is one of the biggest challenges for the semiconductor sector. In Twente, this is being actively addressed through Project Beethoven, a regional reinforcement plan aimed at training, retraining, and retaining microchip talent.

During this kick-off meeting, you will become acquainted with the ambitions of Project Beethoven and gain insight into how educational institutions and companies are working together on a future-proof talent pipeline for the microchip sector.

What to expect

During this meeting, you will:

  • get an introduction to Project Beethoven and the objectives of the program

  • gain insight into what educational institutions in Twente are already doing in the field of training for the microchip sector

  • explanation of initiatives around Life Long Learning (LLO), retraining and the influx of lateral entrants

  • the opportunity to provide input as a company so that training and programs better align with practice

The meeting is explicitly intended as a starting point to jointly further develop solutions to the growing demand for semicon talent.

Who is this event relevant for

This event is relevant for:

  • companies active in or supplying to the semiconductor sector

  • organizations dealing with growth or replacement demand for technical talent

  • parties involved in training, further education or talent development within semicon

The meeting is particularly interesting for organizations wanting to contribute ideas on how education and business can better align.

Organization

This event is organized by Ondernemend Twente and is part of Project Beethoven, a regional initiative aimed at strengthening microchip talent in Twente.

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Registration is through the organizing party. You can find more information about the program and the original registration page via the link below.

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