Heptasense from Portugal wins Elia Group innovation competition

The competition helps Elia Group to innovate in highly specific areas of its work as a system operator by engaging in joint projects with start-ups. This year's contest focused on the development of digital solutions promoting more secure grid and data management. From the 82 entrants, the jury chose Portuguese start-up Heptasense as the winner because its technology can quickly provide a solution to security challenges within Elia Group.

•  Heptasense analyses video footage to detect suspicious behaviour
• Jury was particularly enthusiastic about the relevance and applicability of the technology
• The Open Innovation Challenge is aimed at start-ups from all over the world
• This year, the competition – taking place for the fourth time – focused on digital solutions promoting more secure power-grid and data management
• Heptasense will receive €20,000 and the opportunity to develop its project within Elia Group.