ANNUAL REPORT 2017

But we are also thinking about tomorrow by carrying out advanced research activities covering future scientific-technological areas, by training researchers and providing them with the necessary resources to collaborate efficiently in the industrial future of this country. But in addition to IK4-TEKNIKER activities, it will be equally important to build collaborative models addressing technological surveillance and synergistic relationships geared towards enhancing the competitiveness and degree of technological development of local companies. This explains our total commitment towards the IK4 Alliance, as a founding member that has collaborated in its construction. The IK4 model is the end result of years of collaborative work and a significant asset in terms of complementarity, managing information flows, etc., that allows all the alliance members to make coherent decisions and benefit from synergies producing positive impacts with regard how the Basque Network of Science, Technology and Innovation must be managed. In 2017, the year when the 2017-2020 strategic plan began, significant progress was made by IK4-TEKNIKER with regard to strengthening its technological offer and intensifying collaborative actions with other companies. Our track record in Europe is excellent, characterised by extensive participation and leadership in terms of relevant projects. Year on year, IK4-TEKNIKER is proved to be an outstanding asset in the scientific-technological universe at the service of industry and society. Consequently, it recognised by many companies and I would like to thank for having trusted us. I would also like to extend my gratitude to the members of the Board of Trustees for their commitment and dedication. Many thanks to the IK4-TEKNIKER staff for their firm commitment as regards developing our centre even more. And, finally, my gratitude to the institutions that have supported us, an absolute must for the centre’s future. I would like to invite companies to come and get to know the collaborative framework established within the Plan of Collaborating Entities. INDEX 01 MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR 02 REPORT BY THE GENERAL MANAGEMENT 03 MARKET MANAGEMENT 04 TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT 05 THE VOICE OF OUR CUSTOMERS AND COLLABORATORS 06 REVENUES AND BOOK BALANCE 07 COLLABORATING ORGANISATIONS & GOVERNING BOARD 08 IK4 RESEARCH ALLIANCE