Benny Akesson Principal Scientist

Benny is recognized for his strong ability to master complexity in high-tech systems, combining deep scientific expertise with a clear system-level perspective. His work consistently bridges fundamental research and real industrial challenges, enabling the development of systems that are faster to build, more cost-effective, and reliable.

His work consistently bridges fundamental research and real industrial challenges, enabling the development of systems that are faster to build, more cost-effective, and reliable.

At TNO and within the TNO-ESI partnership, Benny has played a key role in shaping scientific quality, driving early knowledge development, and strengthening collaboration across academia and industry. He connects research, innovation, and application, ensuring that results translate into real-world impact. His expertise in model-based engineering, real-time systems, and design methodologies for cyber-physical systems positions him as a natural leader in advancing Model-based System Performance Engineering within TNO and beyond.

In his new role, Benny will act as a figurehead for this domain, further strengthening TNO’s position in mastering complexity, fostering collaboration across units, and building strong partnerships with industry and academia. We warmly congratulate Benny on this well-deserved recognition and look forward to his continued impact on TNO and the broader high-tech ecosystem.