Germany
With an R&D investment-to-GDP ratio of approximately 3.1%, Germany boasts one of the highest in Europe and has a long-standing strong manufacturing base. The national strategy "Industry 4.0" has led to the use of digitalization, automation, and cyber-physical systems, and deep tech in the fields of precision machinery, environmental technology, and materials has been particularly well developed. In addition, there is a wealth of research institutes, such as the Max Planck Institute and the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft for Applied Research and Industrialization, and there are also many collaborations with universities. RIVANES will play a role in linking Japan's research-stage deep tech with Germany's advanced manufacturing and demonstration infrastructure to accelerate the transition to practical application and mass production.
Project
TECH PLANTER is a deep tech venture ecosystem that solves unsolved "deep issues" with "deep tech", a collection of science and technology. TECH PLANTER WORLD in UK is held to connect the ecosystem in the UK and Europe with startups in Japan and Southeast Asia to promote market development, technology collaboration, and joint business. The next event will be held on November 7, 2026.