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The Drechtsteden region has launched the De Witt Future Pact 2035, proposing an investment of €1.5 to €2 billion over the next decade to enhance maritime innovation. Announced at the Maritime Congress Drechtsteden, the pact focuses on high-tech advancements, energy transition, and improved port performance, with initiatives including digitalisation in shipbuilding and zero-emission technologies. It aims to foster collaboration among government, regional authorities, and industry to establish Drechtsteden as a leader in maritime manufacturing.