Introduction

On 5 February 2026, KIVI International Engineers invites you to an inspiring offline evening event at the Royal Institute of Engineers (KIVI), The Hague, where cutting-edge startups share how they are shaping the future of energy and offshore engineering.

Presentations

Electrified heat, despite grid congestion

Presenter: Erik van der Wal (Hyer Power)

The electrification of our heat and power demand is in full swing, enabling a transition to a more and more decarbonized energy system. However, the congested electricity grids are placing a heavy break on these developments. HyER Power aims to solve grid congestion by generating renewable heat and power locally and efficiently with our modular hydrogen-based CHP system PHIAB (Power & Heat in a Box) and optimization algorithm EOS, hereby reducing the load on the electricity grid.

 

By supplying power to the grid on-demand and integration with other renewable energy sources, HyER Power enables further electrification of heat and power supply. The ultimate goal is to accelerate the transition to renewable heat and power generation. Being part of the co-founding team, I am excited to discuss our current development and roadmap, as well as the challenges and opportunities we see in today's energy landscape during the upcoming KIVI event."

 

 

Reducing Offshore Wind Construction Noise: Advanced Prediction and Mitigation for Sustainable Deployment

Presenter: Yaxi Peng (Delft Cymatics)

Reducing Offshore Wind Construction Noise: Advanced Prediction and Mitigation for Sustainable Deployment

Presenter: Tim Kapteijn (Tree composites)

Offshore wind is growing, but are we building it the right way? Composite joints are set to transform construction, lighter, stronger and built for the future. Join Tim's presentation to discover how this breakthrough technology is redefining the way we design and build offshore structures.

Biography of speakers

Erik van der Wal is one of the co-founders of HyER Power. On a daily basis he is primarily involved on the operational side of the company, including business development, funding and management of the running projects. When it comes to engineering, with his background as a (geo-)data-engineer, he contributes to the development of the data landscape behind EOS."

Dr. Yaxi Peng is the Co-founder of Delft Cymatics, a company specializing in advanced modeling and simulation of vibro-acoustic phenomena, with a focus on underwater noise, structural dynamics, and environmental impact assessment for offshore engineering applications.

Tim Kapteijn works at Tree Composites, a Dutch start-up developing composite joint technology for offshore wind jacket structures. With a background in Structural Engineering from Delft University of Technology, he operates at the interface of engineering, manufacturing, and certification, helping replace complex welded steel joints with lightweight composite alternatives. Tree Composites has delivered a first pilot jacket, and Tim's current focus is demonstrating a composite-joint jacket offshore as a next step toward scaled industrial deployment.

Program information

This event will be hosted offline.

Location

Royal Institute of Engineers (KIVI), Prinsessegracht 23, 2514 AP Den Haag

Parking

Please note that parking at the parking spots on Prinsessegracht street is limited to a maximum of 2 hours. If you park more than 2 hours, there is a Q-Park Malieveld located across from the main entrance.

Program (Thursday 5th of November 2026):

17:30  -  18:00

Walk in

18:00  -  18:30

Pizza service

18:30  -  19:00

Erik van der Wal (Hyer Power): Electrified heat, despite grid congestion

19:00  -  19:30

Yaxi Peng (Delft Cymatics) : Reducing Offshore Wind Construction Noise: Advanced Prediction and Mitigation for Sustainable Deployment

19:30 – 20:00

Quiz

20:00  -  20:30

Tim Kapteijn (Tree composites): Composite joints for next generation offshore wind foundations

20:30  -  21:00

Networking drinks