We successfully launched our project with a kick-off event on 5–6 November 2024 that brought together all the partner research organisations and companies! With 75 participants in Vaasa and 25 joining online, the event set an energetic and collaborative tone for the work ahead.

Project leader Maciej Mikulski opened the event with welcoming words and an overview of the transition from Clean Propulsion Technologies project to Flexible Clean Propulsion Technologies. This was followed by impactful presentations from work package leaders, who introduced the main goals for each of the six work packages. We also heard interesting presentations from Wärtsilä, AGCO Power Oy, Meyer Turku and Proventia, all of which have company projects linked to Flex-CPT. We were also pleased to welcome Tero Ijäs from Business Finland, who shared insights from our co-funder’s perspective, and Mika Grundström, Vice-Rector of the University of Vaasa, who offered inspiring words on the significance of our collaboration. Participants also had the opportunity to visit the University of Vaasa’s Energy Laboratories.

The second day focused on hands-on planning, with five workshops dedicated to refining work package activities. Beyond planning, the event provided an excellent opportunity to connect with new colleagues, understand each other’s expertise, and listen to inspiring talks that will help guide the project forward.

Stay tuned on this channel for ongoing project updates as we move forward!