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The Netherlands is a Pioneer and Powerhouse of Agrifood Innovations

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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WASHINGTON, March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With a thriving agrifood ecosystem that fosters collaboration among leading companies, government and academia, the Netherlands is a hub for innovation and experimentation in agriculture and food technology. The country is a world leader in food – punching above its weight despite its size – as the second largest agrifood exporter in the world. It is also home to production and R&D operations of all top 10 agrifood companies. Showcasing the Netherlands agrifood prowess, the Invest in Holland network team will be in San Francisco March 19-22 to attend the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit and the Future Food-Tech Summit and meet with other innovators in the sector.

Key Points: 
  • Happening first, the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit is a great opportunity to learn how Dutch agri-tech is future-proofing food.
  • The Invest in Holland network team is available for meetings to discuss how the Netherlands is driving sustainable agrifood solutions for the future.
  • "The Netherlands has been intrinsically linked to the agrifood industry for centuries as global leader in food and agriculture technology.
  • Home to the world's leading agrifood university, Wageningen University and Research (WUR), the Netherlands provides cutting-edge research, talent and collaboration for agrifood companies that choose to invest in Holland.

Artificial Intelligence as a Force for Good in the Netherlands

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Netherlands is the most wired country in the world and home to an ecosystem of research institutions fostering artificial intelligence (AI) innovation. As a leading AI hub in Europe, the country will host the annual World Summit AI October 11 to 12, 2023 in Amsterdam. The Dutch are digital frontrunners and recognize that AI, fueled by big data, is a driver of opportunity. This event will help spotlight the Netherlands' contributions to AI and Dutch commitment to shaping a future where AI technologies drive progress for societal good. 

Key Points: 
  • This event will help spotlight the Netherlands' contributions to AI and Dutch commitment to shaping a future where AI technologies drive progress for societal good.
  • Amidst the ongoing AI revolution, the Netherlands has emerged as a dynamic incubator for AI development, application and research .
  • Interested in connecting with NFIA during or after the World AI Summit to discuss how the Netherlands could be a good fit for your company?
  • The Netherlands AI Coalition is dedicated to accelerating the pace of AI development in the Netherlands and bringing together AI initiatives.

Electriq Global, an Industry Leader in Solid Hydrogen Carriers, Gets a Grant from RVO for Its Powder Plant in the port of Amsterdam

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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TIRAT CARMEl, Israel, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electriq Global , a pioneer and industry leader in Solid Hydrogen Carriers was awarded a €1.1M grant from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO).

Key Points: 
  • TIRAT CARMEl, Israel, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electriq Global , a pioneer and industry leader in Solid Hydrogen Carriers was awarded a €1.1M grant from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO).
  • "This grant will enable us to continue the design and engineering of the first-of-its-kind Electriq Powder plant.
  • Jeff Armstrong, CEO of Zenith Energy Terminals, "We are very pleased to see Electriq's Powder plant receive RVO support.
  • Dorine Bosman, Chief Investment Officer at Port of Amsterdam, emphasizes, "Port of Amsterdam strongly supports the Electriq Powder plant, as it aligns perfectly with H2A's mission.

Electriq Global, an Industry Leader in Solid Hydrogen Carriers, Gets a Grant from RVO for Its Powder Plant in the port of Amsterdam

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Hydrogen, Partnership, RVO, Port, AIB, Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency, Carbon, H2A, Port of Amsterdam, Engineering, Powder, Renewable energy, Zenith, NFIA, Natural gas

TIRAT CARMEl, Israel, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electriq Global , a pioneer and industry leader in Solid Hydrogen Carriers was awarded a €1.1M grant from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO).

Key Points: 
  • TIRAT CARMEl, Israel, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Electriq Global , a pioneer and industry leader in Solid Hydrogen Carriers was awarded a €1.1M grant from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO).
  • "This grant will enable us to continue the design and engineering of the first-of-its-kind Electriq Powder plant.
  • Jeff Armstrong, CEO of Zenith Energy Terminals, "We are very pleased to see Electriq's Powder plant receive RVO support.
  • Dorine Bosman, Chief Investment Officer at Port of Amsterdam, emphasizes, "Port of Amsterdam strongly supports the Electriq Powder plant, as it aligns perfectly with H2A's mission.

The Netherlands is Europe's Connected Life Sciences & Health Metropolis

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Monday, June 5, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Netherlands is a prime location for biotech companies that bring forth an open-minded, innovative and inclusive approach to novel challenges in life sciences and health. Companies that invest in Holland are innovating for the benefit of patients and society at large. This dynamic Dutch life sciences and health ecosystem will be on full display during the BIO International Convention in Boston on June 5-8, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • This dynamic Dutch life sciences and health ecosystem will be on full display during the BIO International Convention in Boston on June 5-8, 2023.
  • "International companies that have operations in the Netherlands work alongside Dutch life sciences and health partners to build a healthier world together.
  • The Netherlands' central European location and vibrant life sciences & health ecosystem helps drive solutions for the future of biotech and healthcare."
  • Life Sciences & Health companies can connect with Europe and the world from the Netherlands.

A green hydrogen future is accelerating in the Netherlands

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Monday, May 8, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Netherlands has strong ambitions to accelerate the energy transition and it is fast becoming the cleantech hub for renewable energy in Europe. Hydrogen is one field in which the country is moving fast to develop new, sustainable energy solutions. Across the Netherlands, specialized industry clusters are innovating in the potential of hydrogen, including the Port of Rotterdam. This dynamic Dutch ecosystem will be on full display during the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on May 9-11, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • This dynamic Dutch ecosystem will be on full display during the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on May 9-11, 2023.
  • An international event, the World Hydrogen Summit will bring together government officials, industry leaders and experts from around the world to discuss the latest developments and future opportunities in the hydrogen industry.
  • The Dutch hydrogen ecosystem is attracting a growing number of companies looking to invest in the country's green hydrogen sector.
  • For example, a consortium of Shell, RWE, Groningen Seaports, Equinor & Gasunie called NortH2 is developing Europe's Largest Green Hydrogen Project combining all aspects of the supply chain to achieve large-scale supply of green hydrogen.

Tavant Announces Significant Expansion Across Europe

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Friday, June 24, 2022
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Tavant , Silicon Valleys leading digital products and solutions company, today announced its expansion in the European market to serve its growing customer base.

Key Points: 
  • Tavant , Silicon Valleys leading digital products and solutions company, today announced its expansion in the European market to serve its growing customer base.
  • This expansion will be driven by local hiring, training of local talent, as well as looking at the acquisition of a Europe based systems integrator.
  • As our world begins to come together in person once again, our Europe expansion is all about closer collaboration with our partners and customers.
  • The European expansion is the latest in a series of major milestones for Tavant in recent years.

Re-Teck Expands in Brabant: Growing Electronic Recycling Presence in the Region

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Thursday, June 9, 2022
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Re-Teck is expanding its presence in the region of Brabant with the addition of its third facility.

Key Points: 
  • Re-Teck is expanding its presence in the region of Brabant with the addition of its third facility.
  • "We are very pleased to have supported Re-Teck in their expansion process in Brabant.
  • As a leading pioneer of newer methods of recycling, they specialize in the environmentally friendly processing of used electronic equipment.
  • Currently, Re-Teck is testing an innovative solution for recycling lithium batteries in America with hopes to soon implement this methodology in the Netherlands.

Foreign investment in the Netherlands stabilized in 2021

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Thursday, February 17, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Holland network, and the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA), which represents the national government as a partner, were involved in 423 investment projects by foreign companies in 2021.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Invest in Holland network, and the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA), which represents the national government as a partner, were involved in 423 investment projects by foreign companies in 2021.
  • In 2020, the number was substantially lower as COVID-19 led to foreign companies postponing or changing investment decisions.
  • Micky Adriaansens, Minister of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy, and responsible for NFIA, emphasizes the importance of foreign businesses for the Netherlands:
    "Businesses and entrepreneurs are indispensable to the Netherlands.
  • For more information about foreign direct investment in the Netherlands, visit www.investinholland.com .