Innover Ensemble: Partnering for Tomorrow’s Industrial Solutions
On March 27, 2025, CRM Group, in collaboration with Sirris and GRE-Liège, and with the support of Wallonie Entreprendre and Noshaq, proudly hosted the event “Innover Ensemble”. This day was dedicated to showcasing how research centers can be key partners in accelerating innovation for companies of all sizes.
Held at the GRE premises, the event brought together entrepreneurs, industrial players, and innovation stakeholders to explore concrete solutions for turning technological challenges into growth opportunities.
A Program Focused on Practical Innovation
Innover Ensemble offered participants a concentrated afternoon of actionable insights, technological showcases, and collaborative opportunities — all designed to accelerate industrial innovation.
The event opened with a high-level debate on the barriers to innovation and how research centers and regional partners can help companies overcome them. Our CEO, Joeri Neutjens, took part alongside Sirris, GRE-Liège, Wallonie Entreprendre, and SPW Economie, reinforcing CRM Group’s role as a key enabler of industrial transformation.
Throughout the afternoon, attendees chose from a variety of thematic sessions across two rooms, focusing on:
CRM Group in the Spotlight
Our experts led several sessions, highlighting how CRM Group supports companies through advanced infrastructures, deep technical expertise, and a collaborative approach:
Hydrogen & Materials:
Maiwenn Larnicol demonstrated how CRM Group addresses the specific material challenges posed by hydrogen technologies—offering cutting-edge testing and characterization solutions.Laser Cladding & Surface Engineering:
Gisèle Walemag showcased how high-performance coatings can enhance durability and performance in industrial components, thanks to CRM’s expertise in alloy development and laser process optimization.Aerospace Innovation & Risk Management:
Nicolas Nutal presented CRM Group’s integrated support for SMEs in the aerospace sector, helping them manage industrialization risks while developing innovative solutions.Circular Economy & Metal Waste Recovery:
Ahmed Rassili highlighted CRM’s work in developing semi-industrial prototypes for high-purity metal recovery from low-quality waste—driving forward sustainable metallurgy.Advanced Repair with Additive Manufacturing:
Cédric Georges explained how CRM’s Directed Energy Deposition (DED) technology enables the repair of large, high-value industrial parts, fostering circular economy practices.
Alongside CRM Group, partners from Sirris, GRE-Liège, Wallonie Entreprendre, Noshaq, and SPW covered topics such as digitalization, microfluidics, additive manufacturing, and funding mechanisms — providing a 360° view of how Walloon innovation ecosystems empower businesses.
The event concluded with networking moments, where participants engaged directly with experts, explored collaboration opportunities, and discussed tailored solutions to their industrial challenges.
Innover Ensemble successfully demonstrated that by combining expertise, infrastructure, and regional support, companies can unlock innovation and accelerate their path from concept to market.
Collaboration at the Heart of Innovation
The success of “Innover Ensemble” reflects the strong synergy between research centers and regional economic actors. By joining forces, we demonstrated how Wallonia’s innovation ecosystem can provide companies with the tools and guidance needed to thrive in a competitive landscape.
We extend our sincere thanks to Sirris, GRE-Liège, Wallonie Entreprendre, and Noshaq, as well as to all the participants who contributed to the dynamic exchanges throughout the day.
At CRM Group, we remain committed to supporting businesses in their innovation journey — because together, we innovate better!
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