29 May 2026
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.
29 May 2026
The air traffic control environment requires frequent updates and modifications in order to comply with the newest regulations, address capacity and operational issues or improve the operational performance. Requirements for the new or modified procedures and systems can be tested and validated with a real time ATC simulator. This minimizes the risk during the implementation and increases the predictability of the actual operational performance.
29 May 2026
Drones are a key enabler for innovative solutions to tackle rapidly changing societal, economic and security
challenges. NLR is the knowledge partner in this field for industry and government. We offer support in the
development, implementation and societal acceptance of unmanned and autonomous aviation, taking into
account safety and minimal nuisance. We help with the realisation of safe, sustainable and affordable drone systems and the harnessing of commercial opportunities, and we support the manufacturers in the area of drones and Innovative Air Mobility (IAM).
16 October 2025
With the Strategic Plan 2026 – 2029, we lay an important foundation for a safer, more sustainable, and more competitive future for the Netherlands. We focus on addressing complex societal challenges and changing geopolitical circumstances, with an emphasis on safety and competitiveness. Our vision is to support the Dutch government and businesses in their search for innovative solutions, particularly by paying attention to high-tech startups and scale-ups.
