Virtualware has signed a partnership agreement with the business accelerator for innovators in the smart, connected and electrified transportation sector, the Centre for Integrated Transportation and Mobility (CITM) to introduce the VR Platform VIROO into the transportation market. CITM, supported by Innovation Factory and funded through the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN) is a business accelerator program for startups driving the future of smart, connected and electrified transportation. This collaboration aims to transform the industry's design review process, utilizing virtual reality (VR) capabilities to amplify collaboration and streamline operations.

The agreement will also reinforce VIROO?s presence in Ontario through its Hamilton location at McMaster Innovation Park (MIP) with McMaster University. Headquartered in Bilbao, Spain, Virtualware is a global pioneer in developing virtual reality solutions for major industrial, educational, and healthcare conglomerates. Since its founding in 2004, the company has garnered widespread recognition for its accomplishments.

In 2021, Virtualware was acknowledged as the world?s most Innovative VR Company and since April 2023 the company has been listed on the Euronext Access Paris stock exchange. Virtualware?s product, VIROO, is redefining the realm of enterprise VR, driving its adoption forward, leveraging innovative and sustainable strategies. Recognized for its pioneering approach in the immersive technology sector, VIROO is rapidly becoming the global benchmark for the development and deployment of multi-user VR applications in industry and education.

The VR as a service platform is already used by over 40 companies and institutions worldwide including GE Vernova, Ontario Power Generation, Gestamp, ADIF, the Spanish Ministry of Defense, Invest WindsorEssex, McMaster University, University of El Salvador, Conalep and EAN University.