News & Events
New Leadership at KapiteinLabs
As of this month, André Kapitein has officially handed over his duties as CEO to Piet-Hein van Aalst.
André, as founder, will remain deeply involved in the company with a focus on technology, innovation and shaping the future of our solutions. His original vision remains at the heart of everything we do.
As Piet-Hein takes over as CEO, he will focus on organizational development and translating the founder’s vision into a scalable, high-impact operation. With his strategic experience and people-driven approach, Piet-Hein will guide KapiteinLabs through its next phase of growth.
Recap Lectureship Industrial Digital Twins
How can we strengthen the impact of academic research and innovation in industries to support a sustainable future?
KapiteinLabs joined the 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼 hosted by the Hogeschool van Amsterdam. An inspiring event that brought together companies, researchers, and tech partners to work toward a common research goal.
The challenges ahead for industries are real: rising energy costs, scarce raw materials, and a shortage of technical talent, all while the need for innovation and sustainability continues to grow.
Together with students, researchers, and partners, we’re focusing on one important question: How do we turn good ideas into real impact more quickly?
We believe that when education and industry connect, innovation grows and that’s how we build a better, more sustainable future. Through shared knowledge, practical solutions, and lasting partnerships.
Reflecting on Maintenance NEXT 2025
It’s been a week since 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 wrapped up at Rotterdam Ahoy.
This year’s edition delivered exactly what the industry needs: innovation, collaboration, and a focus on sustainable solutions. The event brought together the people and ideas pushing our sector forward, from innovative technologies to practical strategies.
We were proud to take the stage and share our pitch for BlueReactor. We presented an overview of the challenges we are addressing and the impact we are striving to achieve. The feedback, questions, and discussions that followed were what we hoped for: thoughtful, challenging, and energizing.
Huge thanks to everyone who stopped by and to iTanks and the organizers for creating such a strong platform for progress.
We’re leaving Maintenance NEXT 2025 inspired and motivated to turn big ideas into impactful results.
[Dutch Video] KapiteinLabs in Conversation with Goede Zaken
André Kapitein recently appeared on Goede Zaken Innovatief (Good Business Innovation) for a conversation with Jaap Sluis about innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship.
In the interview, he explains how KapiteinLabs was founded on a passion for technology and how curiosity continues to drive the company’s development. He also discusses collaborations with knowledge institutions such as Eindhoven University of Technology and ETH Zurich, as well as the journey from idea to technological realization.
Collaboration with A-Tech
We’re partnering with student association A-Tech!
Together, we aim to inspire and support the next generation of talent by helping students grow, connect and explore future opportunities.
8 - 10 April | KapiteinLabs at Innovation Expo 2025
We’re excited to announce that KapiteinLabs will be present at the innovation Expo 2025, part of Maintenance NEXT in Ahoy Rotterdam!
We’ll showcase the BlueReactor, our latest innovation, and share what makes it unique. Check out our pitch and learn how the BlueReactor can make a difference.
For the first time, Innovation Expo will be introduced at the Maintenance NEXT in collaboration with iTanks. The event offers a platform to 24 carefully selected innovators to present groundbreaking ideas and solutions to a broad audience of industry experts and potential partners. It even provides an opportunity for live product demonstrations.
A professional jury will evaluate the innovators, giving them the chance to pitch their ideas and compete for the prestigious Innovation Award, awarded to the best pitch.
KapiteinLabs joins forces in groundbreaking NWO Vidi project
We are proud to collaborate on the Vidi research project ‘High-voltage on the Rocks’, led by Dr. ir. Tom Huiskamp from Eindhoven University of Technology and awarded €850,000 by NWO (Dutch Research Council). This project focuses on developing Next-Generation Smart Pulsed Power Technology, a game-changer for a sustainable future.
[Dutch Article] Plasma: a miracle cure for CO2 and cancer. Haarlem inventor collaborates with scientists and major companies.
With the miracle drug plasma, you can do the craziest things. For example, cleverly converting the harmful greenhouse gas CO₂ into useful molecules. Or combating cancer with less chemotherapy. Based in Haarlem, inventor André Kapitein collaborates with scientists and major companies on these groundbreaking techniques.
For the umpteenth time in his life, André Kapitein pulls a lighter out of his pocket to explain “plasma for dummies.”
Reflecting on a Great Opportunity: Pitching at the iTanks Event in Rotterdam
Last week, I had the privilege of pitching at the iTanks event in Rotterdam – a fantastic opportunity for any startup. As a young company, one of the key challenges is finding ways to broadcast your product to a wider audience, gather valuable feedback, and build meaningful business relationships. These are the kinds of opportunities that help you understand where your technology can truly add value. iTanks offers exactly that.
[Dutch Article] KapiteinLabs raises 2,9 million in funding
KapiteinLabs, located at Cupola XS, has secured a €2.9 million grant from Kansen voor West to convert CO2 into a valuable raw material using non-thermal plasma technology. He is collaborating with partners including Eindhoven University of Technology. “It’s crucial to work in an inspiring environment surrounded by a wealth of talent,” says founder Andre Kapitein.
Plasma for Clean Air project receives 850K grant to fight air pollution
NWO granted the OTP project Plasma for Clean Air, led by TU/e assistant professors Tom Huiskamp and Bas Vermulst together with André Kapitein of Bluereactor, to make plasma air cleaning ready for industrial adoption.