Commercially, Bert Blocken sees opportunities primarily with regard to architectural projects, in the maritime sector, and for aerodynamic research related to sporting performance. With his earlier research on the influence of wind on cyclists, he has already built himself a reputation. Another current prospect, Blocken says, is research in the world of ice skating.

Plans for a wind tunnel on the TU/e grounds have been around for a while. Initially, the chosen site for the structure was right next to Vertigo, the home of the Department of the Built Environment, but it wasn't long before the east side of the TU/e grounds won favor.