Her Majesty Queen Máxima on Thursday afternoon April 16, made a working visit to technology company Demcon in Enschede. The visit took place in the context of the coronavirus (COVID-19) breakout. Demcon developed, tested and produced a respiratory system suitable for use by patients in intensive care.
Demcon focuses on using technological knowledge to solve social issues. The company had already been producing separate respiratory modules and, in addition, works on medical solutions, safety monitoring systems and on sustainable water and energy systems.
Through means of telephone calls and where possible, working visits, King Willem-Alexander and King Máxima keep themselves informed of the impact of the corona breakout and express their support and appreciation for the efforts of so many in fighting the pandemic. In coordination with the involved organizations, measures are implemented to enable working visits to take place.
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