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Novo Nordisk invests 8.5 billion Danish kroner in new production facility
In a significant development for Denmark’s life sciences sector, Novo Nordisk has just celebrated the groundbreaking of a new production facility, soon to become a key component of Odense’s growing life science ecosystem.
Ovodan Biotech A/S Secures DKK 8.5 million GUDP Investment
Ovodan Biotech A/S has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing a DKK 8.5 million investment from the Green Development and Demonstration Program (GUDP) for their ReLy (Recombinant lysozyme production) project. This funding will propel Ovodan’s groundbreaking efforts to revolutionize lysozyme production with a sustainable, fermantation-based method. In collaboration with DTU, DTI and Process Engineering A/S the project aims to develop and scale this innovation by 2027, marking a significant leap forward in sustainable biotech solutions.
DKK 17 million to propel Danish drones
With DKK 17 million in new funding from Denmark’s Business Promotion Board, Odense Robotics and CenSec, Center for Defence, Space Security, are proud to lead a new international drone accelerator that will help address the urgent need for innovative drone and unmanned systems technologies.
HCA Airport is a Central Hub for Drone Companies
For the first time, HCA Airport is expanding its business park to meet the growing demand from companies eager to establish themselves at the airport. Dedrone by Axon and Codrone are a few examples of drone companies that have recognized the airport’s attractive business opportunities.
Novo Nordisk invests 8.5 billion Danish kroner in new production facility
In a significant development for Denmark’s life sciences sector, Novo Nordisk has just celebrated the groundbreaking of a new production facility, soon to become a key component of Odense’s growing life science ecosystem.
O-Robotics develop robot that removes weeds while you sleep
It removes weeds, algae, leaves and even snow from your paved areas – while you sleep and without any chemicals. The robot every houseowner dreams of is being built by a Danish startup, now backed by Odense Robotics StartUp Fund. Initially, the robot will perform its tasks in amusement parks, as O-Robotics is targeting the commercial sector, where endless paved areas represent a huge untapped global market.
Autonomous Units robot enhances passenger satisfaction at CPH Airport
The Funen-based robotics company, Autonomous Units, has deployed its advanced screen robot at Denmark’s largest airport. With an average daily passenger flow of 82,000, the robot has significantly increased visibility and boosted passenger satisfaction. The entertainment value has also risen thanks to the robot’s engaging Ping Pong game.
New center supports companies with innovative automations
The Center for Large Structure Production (LSP), located at Odense Port, is the world’s first robotics center dedicated to the production of large structures. The center focuses on automation solutions by introducing digital and robotics technologies in traditionally manual industries such as maritime, construction, and energy. These labour-intensive sectors urgently need to reduce the time from project idea to production to meet climate and energy goals. Automation contributes to sustainability and makes production more efficient.
VCS Denmark is ready to assist companies on their path toward a green transition
VCS Denmark is empowering the green transition by collaborating with other companies to create innovative, sustainable solutions. From transforming CO₂ into green hydrogen to sustainable sludge treatment, VCS Denmark combines local strengths with global ambitions for a greener future.
1,200 technology enthusiasts visited Odense during Week of Robotics
A total of 3 robotics conferences attracted no fewer than 1,200 international visitors to Odense last week. This paves yet another solid path toward fulfilling Odense’s ambition of becoming the world’s leading robotics city.