Excitement builds as the full programme for the first KIVI EngD Award Ceremony is announced. The ceremony is set to take place on 2 December 2025 at the KIVI building in The Hague. The full programme is shown below. In addition to the KIVI EngD Award, we will also present the KIVI EngD Public Award, chosen by the public.
About the KIVI EngD Award
The KIVI EngD Award celebrates the achievements of recent EngD graduates who combine scientific excellence with real-world impact. This award recognises finalists who have used advanced engineering knowledge to solve complex challenges in industry, research or society. The winner will be selected by a panel of experts.
KIVI EngD Public Award
Besides this jury prize, a public award will also be presented to the candidate who receives the most votes from the audience and up front online. Use the link below to view their individual motviations and vote for your favourite nominee. The winner will also be announced during the KIVI EngD Award Ceremony.
Registration
The event promises to be an engaging mix of inspiring talks, presentations by our nominees, and great networking opportunities.
Secure your place today and join us to celebrate the next generation of engineering leaders:
Programme
| 14:30 - 15:00 | Walk in |
| 15:00 - 15:10 | Opening remarks by the KIVI vice president - Ing. Eef Smits |
| 15:10 - 15:45 | Keynote - Drs. Annette Nijs Economist, former State Secretary for Education, Culture and Science, and active in the business sector for many years, including at Shell. |
| 15:45 - 16:30 | Short presentations by the finalists |
| 16:30 - 17:00 | Break and networking |
| 17:00 - 17:30 | Award Ceremony KIVI EngD Award Winner Announcement by ir. Jacolien Eijer, Jury Chair/President KIVI Awards Committee |
| 17:30 - 17:40 | Group Photo |
| 17:30 - 19:00 | Network drinks & walking dinner Closing remarks by Pascal van der Molen, Director of KIVI |
