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Built on History, Focused on the Future
Curaçao has always been a connector of people, ideas, and trade. From its natural harbor that fueled global commerce to its multilingual, tech-savvy population, the island has long been a bridge between continents and cultures.
Today, Curaçao stands at another crossroads. Global industries are shifting toward sustainability, digitalization, and knowledge-based economies. The Curaçao Innovation Hub at Villa Maria was initiated to harness that momentum, turning the island’s strategic location, creativity, and openness into a launchpad for innovation.
The Hub isn’t just an investment in buildings or technology. It’s an investment in people, in education, talent, and a future economy that blends heritage with high tech.
Insights That Shape Action
We reviewed Curaçao’s core strategy documents to pinpoint high-priority experiences that drive economic growth and strengthen cultural governance. The analysis also surfaced gaps and near-term opportunities in tech and innovation, aligned with ESG and the SDGs.
Each of these strategies informed our understanding of Curaçao’s economic priorities, export potential, and innovation gaps. Helping pinpoint where the Innovation Hub can create the most impact across talent, technology, and sustainability.
National Development Plan 2015–2030
Five pillars (Education, Economy, Sustainability, National Identity, Good Governance) and SDG alignment, incl. Goals 7, 8, and 14.
Strategic Tourism Destination Development Plan 2022–2026
Principles of sustainability, inclusiveness, pragmatism, integration, and experience-led product design.
NES sector strategies
For the Dreamers, Builders, and Believers
We reviewed Curaçao’s core strategy documents to pinpoint high-priority experiences that drive economic growth and strengthen cultural governance. The analysis also surfaced gaps and near-term opportunities in tech and innovation, aligned with ESG and the SDGs.
Investors & Partners
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Researchers, Government & Policymakers
Local & Global Communities
Get the full story behind the Curaçao Innovation Hub.
Our Blueprint brings together the research, strategy, and vision behind the Curaçao Innovation Hub.
It outlines how Curaçao’s next phase of growth will be guided by data, driven by innovation, and rooted in local identity.
Developed through an in-depth review of Curaçao’s National Export Strategy, National Development Plan, and sector roadmaps, the Blueprint highlights key research findings, priority opportunities, and the gaps we can close through innovation and collaboration.
Inside, you’ll find:
Insights from national strategies identifying economic priorities and innovation gaps.
From smart ports and digital finance to creative industries and blue bioeconomy.
Ensuring sustainable and inclusive development.
Models that illustrate how investors and collaborators can participate.
How the Hub’s live data becomes the foundation for Curaçao’s first digital replica. Connecting energy, tourism, nature, and innovation into one smart ecosystem that supports transparency, decision-making, and growth.
Meet the Visionaries behind The Curaçao Innovation Hub
Gilmar Pisas
Prime Minister of Curaçao
Roderick Middelhof
Minister of Economic Development
Miles Mercera
Chief Executive Officer, CINEX
Monique Raphaela
Chief Executive Officer, CITI
Vanessa Tore
Sector Director, Ministry of Economic Development
Villa Maria.The Heart of Innovation
The Curaçao Innovation Hub will come to life inside Villa Maria*, one of Willemstad’s most iconic heritage buildings now being reimagined as a home for creativity, technology, and collaboration.
With its restored architecture and modern infrastructure, Villa Maria* bridges history and the future. Each room will host immersive sector experiences, turning the building into a living showcase of what Curaçao can achieve when culture and technology work together.
From the courtyard to the research labs, Villa Maria* is more than a space, it’s a statement: our past can power our progress.
Join Us in Building the Future
The Curaçao Innovation Hub is more than a project. It’s a movement toward a smarter, more sustainable Caribbean. Whether you’re an investor, innovator, or changemaker, your expertise and vision can help shape what comes next.
Be part of Curaçao’s future.
Connect with us to explore partnership opportunities, schedule a visit to Villa Maria, or learn how to get involved.
How to connect
- +599 9 46CINEX (24639)
- c/o The Park Pietermaai Abraham de Veerstraat 2, Ground floor Pietermaai, Willemstad Curaçao, Dutch Caribbean